The Channel McGilchrist Podcast Understanding The Matter with Things Dialogues Episode 5: Chapter 5 - Apprehension
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Jul 4, 2024 Delve into the fascinating interplay between materialism and idealism, exploring how our perceptions shape reality. The dialogue examines the brain's hemispheric functions, highlighting 'apprehension' versus 'comprehension' in meditation and language. Discover the cultural intersections between Eastern and Western philosophies, and how they inform our understanding of consciousness. The conversation also tackles paradoxes as liberating tools for transcending rigid thought patterns, offering a refreshing perspective on cognitive growth.
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Pipe Lighting Difficulty
- A patient with left hemisphere damage understands the steps to light a pipe.
- However, he's unable to utilize the matchbox, ultimately sticking the match into the pipe.
Scissors Misuse
- A woman with a left hemisphere deficit recognizes scissors.
- However, she tries to write with the pointed end, baffled by the lack of writing.
Ape Hand Use
- Great apes use their right hand for grasping objects.
- They use their left hand for social interaction, indicating hemispheric specialization predates language.
