New Books in Neuroscience

Charles Foster, "Being a Human: Adventures in Forty Thousand Years of Consciousness" (Metropolitan Books, 2021)

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Jan 14, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Mentors and Inspiration

  • Charles Foster learned from John Cooper, a naturalist, about the value of being a generalist.
  • John Fletcher, a vet surgeon, viewed science as an adventure.
INSIGHT

Intimidation and Importance of Big Questions

  • Charles Foster finds intimidation crucial for ambition and humility in tackling big questions.
  • Asking "What is a human being?" is important for understanding proper behavior and thriving.
ADVICE

Writing Advice

  • To tackle big problems, prioritize writing over perfection.
  • Treat writing as a job with set hours, not a romantic pursuit.
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