Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman Ep14 "Why do we have so little access to what’s happening under the hood?"
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Jun 26, 2023 AI Snips
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Unconscious Brain
- Your conscious mind is unaware of most brain activity.
- Your brain acts on autopilot, driven by evolution, not conscious choice.
Dilated Eyes
- Men preferred women with dilated eyes in photos without knowing why.
- Their brains recognized attraction cues unconsciously, highlighting the unconscious brain's power.
Signature Exercise
- Try writing your signature normally with your right hand and backward with your left simultaneously.
- You'll succeed only if you don't overthink it, proving unconscious control over complex motor tasks.