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The Biggest Lie Your Brain Ever Told You (And How to Finally See Reality) | Jonas Kaplan (Fan Fav)

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May 17, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, neuroscientist Jonas Kaplan, known for his work on belief and identity, dives into the brain's fascinating ability to create its version of reality. He explores the phenomenon of hallucinations and how our brains fill in knowledge gaps when faced with uncertainty. Jonas discusses the challenges of changing deep-rooted beliefs and introduces mindfulness as a means for personal growth. He also sheds light on the interplay between memory, identity, and the narratives we construct about ourselves.
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INSIGHT

Brain Constructs Perception From Predictions

  • Our brains construct reality using predictions and hypotheses rather than passive receipt of sensory data.
  • Perceived colors and shadows vary between people due to differing brain assumptions about context.
INSIGHT

Brain Fills In Missing Information

  • The brain wants a consistent view of the world and 'fills in' missing information like a Photoshop editor.
  • This drive can lead to confabulation, or making up explanations to preserve consistency.
ANECDOTE

Split Brain Patients Confabulate Stories

  • Split brain patients have their cerebral hemispheres disconnected surgically to ease epilepsy.
  • One hemisphere may not speak yet can 'know' what it saw, causing confabulated explanations by the speaking side.
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