The doubtful reality of the surrounding world. What do we truly perceive?

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In this video, we explore the complex question of what reality is and how our senses help us survive. Despite the widespread belief that our perception reflects objective reality, we examine the idea that this is merely an illusion created by evolution. As an example, we consider Donald Hoffman's idea, which compares our perception to a computer interface—a convenient but inaccurate depiction of the real world. Instead of accurately reflecting reality, our senses provide us with only those images and signals that are vital for survival.

The video also touches on the fascinating story of neurosurgeons Bogen and Vogel, who separated the brain hemispheres of their patients. They discovered that after the split, each hemisphere could have separate beliefs and personality traits. This phenomenon raises the question: is consciousness something unified if it can be divided?

Beyond the topic of consciousness, we discuss modern physical concepts that question the existence of space and time as fundamental components of reality. For example, the holographic principle suggests that all events in space can be recorded on its two-dimensional surface. Such ideas challenge our understanding of the universe.

The author of the book The Case Against Reality argues that consciousness is the foundation of reality, not just a product of brain activity. He proposes a new approach: instead of considering objects and space as fundamental, we should focus on conscious agents and their interactions. This is a radical but intriguing perspective that raises many questions and thoughts.

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