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Exploring the Concept of Free Will
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In terms of brain processing, free will can be understood as a decision-making process in nature that our brains undergo; however, the subjective feeling of having a self that is separate from brain processing and is the cause of our decisions is an illusion. The scientific process of shaking up intuitions is crucial for scientific advancement.
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ChapterExploring the Concept of Free Will
Episode#326 – Annaka Harris: Free Will, Consciousness, and the Nature of Reality
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Although free will is often understood as a feeling of consciousness that we have control over our decisions, it is better understood as a decision-making process of the brain, which can be an important part of scientific advancement.
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Although free will is often understood as a feeling of consciousness that we have control over our decisions, it is better understood as a decision-making process of the brain, which can be an important part of scientific advancement.