The Universe as a Simulation: The brain lacks direct access to the outside world, so it must guess what’s out there. How can we change the predictive models we live in?

This podcast explores the intersection between science and Buddhism, focusing on the brain's predictive nature. It discusses how the brain generates internal images and the illusion of uniqueness. It also explores the influence of placebos, rituals, and mental imagery on the predictive mind. Additionally, it discusses changing predictive models and hacking the mind for a less stressful future. The podcast also provides instructions for concentration meditation practice.