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Gupta On Enlightenment
Scott Alexander examines Vinay Gupta's ideas on enlightenment, comparing them with other sources and discussing the challenges of interpreting mystical experiences from a scientific viewpoint.
19 min read 2,909 words
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God Help Us, Let’s Try To Understand Friston On Free Energy
Scott Alexander attempts to understand and explain Karl Friston's complex 'free energy' principle in neuroscience, exploring its various interpretations and potential implications.
30 min read 4,507 words