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The Contemplative Science Podcast
Constructing Our Lives: with Dr Shamil Chandaria
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 theory challenges traditional sensory processing hierarchies, indicating active brain construction of generative models for efficient environmental navigation.
- Contemplative practices deconstruct rigid beliefs to build new, positive priors that support well-being and compassion.
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Predictive Processing in the Brain
The brain's traditional account of processing sensory information up a hierarchy to understand the environment has been challenged by predictive processing theories. Instead of passively receiving information, the brain actively creates a generative model of the world and compares it with sensory data, adjusting to minimize the difference. This two-way process, grounded in principles like Bayes' Theorem, allows the brain to efficiently navigate through the environment without needing infinite computational resources.
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