ActInf Podcast 13.1.3 Cybernetic Big 5 & FEP
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May 11, 2023 
In a riveting discussion, Adam Saffron, a postdoctoral researcher, and Colin DeYoung, a psychology professor, delve into the Cybernetic Big Five Theory and its relation to the Free Energy Principle. They explore how trauma and meditation reshape our personalities and coping strategies, comparing human behavior to that of ant colonies. Marco Lin joins to highlight meditation's role in fostering flexibility during crises. Insights on balancing mindfulness and personal growth emphasize non-attachment and resilience in navigating life's complexities.
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Micro-personalities and Personality
- Personality is a complex system, potentially composed of micro-personalities.
- These micro-personalities are distributed across scales and levels, influencing overall behavior.
Trauma's Impact on Personality
- Trauma disrupts the equilibration process of micro-personalities.
- It forces extreme changes in interpretations, goals, and strategies, creating hypersensitivity.
Meditation and Personality Change
- Meditation challenges the construct of "I" and promotes non-reactivity.
- This dissolution of the ego can lead to significant personality shifts.