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Mind & Life Europe Podcast

“Enactive Ethics: Difference Becoming Participation”

Dec 19, 2024
Elena Cuffari, an assistant professor specializing in the enactive approach to language, Hanne De Jaegher, a philosopher known for participatory sense-making, and Ezequiel Di Paolo, a cognitive scientist bridging neuroscience and philosophy, engage in a riveting dialogue. They explore the fluid nature of identity, emphasizing how shared meanings are constructed through participatory sense-making. The trio connects these ideas to real-world applications, discussing ethical interactions, the impact of autism research, and the dynamics of communication within high-stress situations.
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Quick takeaways

  • The self is viewed as an evolving process that requires individuals to embrace uncertainties for deeper self-awareness and connection.
  • Participatory sense-making focuses on the relational dynamics in social exchanges, highlighting how meaning is co-created in interactions.

Deep dives

The Nature of Self

The concept of self is presented as a process rather than a definitive entity, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an open quest regarding its nature. The speakers argue that understanding the self requires recognizing it as dynamic and contextual, rather than a static truth. This ongoing exploration of self-awareness can lead to inner peace and connection with others, as it encourages individuals to suspend fixed answers and embrace the uncertainties of existence. By fostering a perspective on the self as part of a larger relational network, greater harmony in interpersonal relationships can be achieved.

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