A study of 241 unresponsive patients with severe brain injuries found that up to 25% may exhibit “hidden consciousness,” showing brain activity consistent with following instructions, despite being unable to physically respond. This phenomenon, known as cognitive motor dissociation, suggests these patients are more aware of their surroundings than previously […]
Yearly Archives: 2024
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The article discusses how creating “dense memories” can enhance our perception of time and contribute to a fuller life. Neuroscience suggests that engaging in novel and meaningful experiences leads to richer memories, making time feel more expansive. By actively seeking out diverse activities and challenges, individuals can create a sense […]
The article presents a concise argument against the materialist account of the mind, emphasizing the distinction between subjective thoughts and physical brain states. It references John Searle’s Chinese Room scenario to illustrate that while computers can process information syntactically, they lack genuine understanding or consciousness. The author proposes a thought […]
In an interview, Dr. Michael Egnor discusses the limitations of materialism in explaining consciousness and the nature of reality. He argues that materialism, which posits that everything can be explained by physical processes, fails to account for the subjective experiences of consciousness and the existence of free will. Egnor emphasizes […]
Peter Godfrey-Smith’s article, “Living on Earth,” serves as the conclusion to his trilogy exploring the evolution of intelligence across species, building on the themes introduced in his previous works, including Other Minds. In this piece, he emphasizes the role of living organisms as active agents that shape their environments, rather than […]
The article explores the influence of Blackfoot culture on Abraham Maslow’s theories, particularly his Hierarchy of Needs. It highlights Maslow’s transformative experience during his time with the Siksika people in 1938, where he observed a community characterized by cooperation, generosity, and high levels of life satisfaction, contrasting sharply with the […]
The following article is a conversation between Philip Goff, a philosopher and consciousness researcher at Durham University, and the Edge. In it, Goff proposes a scientific shift towards a post-Galilean Paradigm. Goff explores the challenges consciousness poses to contemporary science, tracing the roots of this dilemma back to Galileo’s assertion that mathematics […]
In this article for the Kosmos Journal, Drew Dellinger explores how changing our worldview and story can transform society. It highlights the work of Thomas Berry, who argued that the ecological crisis stems from the limitations of our dominant cultural story. Berry believed a new cosmological story drawing on modern science […]
In this October 2023 article, Brad Reynolds encourages readers to cultivate an “integral heart” by embracing a holistic, compassionate worldview that transcends narrow identities and embraces the interconnectedness of all beings. Reynolds also discusses the role of the heart in spiritual awakening, eventually leading to personal and societal transformation. Reynolds […]
The article discusses how neuroscience is shedding light on spiritual experiences, with neurotheologist Dr. Andrew Newberg explaining that while there is no single “spiritual” part of the brain, these experiences involve complex interactions between various brain regions that typically don’t occur in the same way. Newberg notes that while spontaneous […]
The article discusses Global Social Witnessing (GSW), a practice that enhances our capacity to witness and engage with traumatic global events mindfully and compassionately. In an age where social media and the internet allow for real-time exposure to violence and conflict, individuals often experience overwhelm, desensitization, and compassion fatigue. GSW […]
This 2021 article published by MIT Technology Review examines the ambitious goals of major neuroscience initiatives, notably the BRAIN Initiative and the Human Brain Project, which aimed to map and simulate the human brain’s complex workings. Despite significant investment and initial enthusiasm, the article reveals that both projects have struggled to deliver […]