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Redefine Your Reality & Unveil the Secrets of Your Conscious Mind - Philip Goff & Anil Seth : 1052

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

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Constructing Consciousness: Perception and Reality

This chapter explores how the brain shapes our conscious reality, revealing that perceptions are not direct reflections of the external world but neurological constructs. It examines the philosophical implications of consciousness, emphasizing the difference between objective reality and personal experience, and the evolving understanding of these concepts within neuroscience. The discussion also highlights the significance of perception in mental health, the potential for training one’s perceptions, and the implications of integrated information theory on the consciousness of various entities.

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