From behavioural economist Daniel Kahneman to neurobiologist Richard Sapolsky, researchers have long asserted that our minds and brains exist as relational systems.
There’s the quick thinker with speedy value judgements, and the slow processor who rationalizes our decisions.
There’s the angel who delays gratification, and the devil who indulges in it.
Most models of the mind are metaphors. All systems of the brain are theories.
But when we begin to understand the brain as a systems of networks or characters that interact, each of which influences the ways that we think and behave, make choices and set goals, it helps in our efforts to become more self-aware and to align our actions with our aspirations.
Listen to the latest episode of Curiouser to learn more.
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