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The Projection Theory of Consciousness
2:14:39 - 2:23:01 (08:21)
In this episode, the speaker delves into the Projection Theory of Consciousness, which posits that limited resources give rise to time, which then gives rise to evolution by natural selection, and how networks of conscious agents give rise to this evolution even if they aren't resource limited.
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In this podcast, the speaker discusses how limited resources give rise to time and evolution by natural selection.
2:14:39 - 2:17:11 (02:32)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker discusses how limited resources give rise to time and evolution by natural selection. They also explore how networks of conscious agents, even if they aren't resource-limited, can project these concepts through time.
ChapterThe Projection Theory of Consciousness
Episode#293 – Donald Hoffman: Reality is an Illusion – How Evolution Hid the Truth
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Consciousness may project itself into a self that competes with others for prestige and material possessions, leading to a need to let go of this finite self.
2:17:12 - 2:19:13 (02:01)
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Consciousness may project itself into a self that competes with others for prestige and material possessions, leading to a need to let go of this finite self. This concept has interesting implications for spiritual traditions and personal growth.
ChapterThe Projection Theory of Consciousness
Episode#293 – Donald Hoffman: Reality is an Illusion – How Evolution Hid the Truth
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this episode, the concept of consciousness and its relationship with the fundamental laws of reality is discussed, along with the idea of integrated information and physicalism.
2:19:13 - 2:23:01 (03:48)
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In this episode, the concept of consciousness and its relationship with the fundamental laws of reality is discussed, along with the idea of integrated information and physicalism. Giulio Tononi's views on the same are also explored.