The Contemplative Science Podcast Constructing Our Lives: with Dr Shamil Chandaria
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Nov 30, 2022 Dr. Shamil Chandaria explores predictive processing and its impact on perception and spiritual practice. Topics include Bayesian models, priors, Buddhist philosophies, and homeostatic control. The conversation delves into how we construct reality and the transformative power of contemplative practices in reshaping worldviews for a fulfilling life.
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Predictive Processing
- The brain uses predictive processing, creating a model of the world and comparing it to sensory data.
- This is more efficient than processing all sensory information directly.
Bayesian Brain
- The brain uses "priors" which are like summaries of expectations based on past experiences and evolution.
- These priors influence how we interpret sensory information.
Prediction Error and Discomfort
- Deviations from our priors create prediction errors, leading to discomfort and prompting action.
- This can be a basis for a computational theory of well-being.