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Building a Science of Consciousness
Psychedelic Epistemology: Novel Epistemological Paradigms for Studying Exotic Modes of Consciousness
Nov 14, 2022
Discussion on limitations of current research paradigms for studying exotic consciousness states, weird properties of experiences, challenging current understanding of consciousness, and proposing ideas for systematic study.
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- Theory often dictates facts in studying consciousness, challenging existing paradigms.
- Phenomenological data from exotic states adds depth to understanding consciousness beyond traditional paradigms.
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Observations on Developing a Science of Exotic States of Consciousness
Developing a science of exotic states of consciousness involves acknowledging that theories often dictate facts in the study of consciousness. Historical examples of theory dictating facts, like behaviorism and functionalism, are highlighted. The episode discusses the need to question paradigms such as predictive coding to understand phenomena like DMT experiences.
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