Chapter
The Evolution of the Mind and the Self, with Jonnie Penn
26:52 - 31:38 (04:45)
Jonnie Penn talks about how consciousness and identity work together, and how committing to a certain position makes sense evolutionarily. He also discusses transparency and the odd cascade of thoughts triggered by thoughts.
Clips
The inclination to stick to our beliefs and position can be traced back to our ancestral times as it made individuals look reliable, consistent and more predictable; leading to a cohesive tribe.
26:52 - 31:38 (04:45)
Consciousness
Summary
The inclination to stick to our beliefs and position can be traced back to our ancestral times as it made individuals look reliable, consistent and more predictable; leading to a cohesive tribe. With the age of transparency, people may want to know everything one is thinking, but our cascade of thoughts can often lead to perpetual ones triggered by our initial thoughts leading us to an undesired position.