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#322 - Predicting Reality

Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content

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Using the World as a Substrate for Mental Life

How technology can enhance our mental capabilities and be considered an extension of ourselves. Examples of relying on external tools like notebooks or smartphones to supplement cognitive abilities. Argues against shrinking ourselves to just our biological capabilities and highlights the importance of recognizing the use of technology as an extension of ourselves, similar to prosthetic aids for athletes.

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