The Power of Brain Predictions

Our brains constantly make predictions about the external world based on internal loops, allowing us to anticipate future events. This mechanism is not limited to our actions and sensations but extends to all aspects of our environment. By having internal models and predictions, our brains can efficiently respond to stimuli in real time, enabling us to catch a baseball or react promptly to external events. This predictive ability illustrates how our brains go beyond mere stimulus-response reactions, demonstrating the significance of internal predictions in shaping human actions and perceptions.