The book explores the relationship between neuroscience and the philosophical concept of free will. Eagleman argues that our understanding of free will must evolve to account for the unconscious forces at play in our decision-making.
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"Incognito" offers a fascinating exploration of the brain's mysteries and their profound implications for our understanding of human behavior, decision-making, and consciousness. It challenges traditional notions of free will and opens up a dialogue about the hidden forces that shape our lives.
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They are extremely powerful, because most of our actions are based on the unconscious and metaphorical frames we already have in place. And once a frame is in place, the boundaries of that frame and the associations of that frame are all taken into account in our decision making.
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