The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology cover image

#97: Predictive Processing & Ultimate Well-Being - Shamil Chandaria, PhD

The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology

00:00

Awakening and Perception: The Mind's Inner Workings

This chapter explores the connection between spiritual awakening and human flourishing, focusing on meditation and psychedelics as catalysts for well-being. It delves into the mechanics of the brain through Bayesian models and predictive processing, challenging the notion of direct perception and highlighting the role of internal mental models. The discussion bridges philosophical concepts and neuroscientific insights, emphasizing that our sense of self is a constructed experience, which can be reshaped for greater lucidity and empowerment.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app