Recent advances in cognitive neuroscience emphasize that our perception of reality is not a direct reflection of the sensory information we receive, but rather what our brains predict we should perceive. Neuroscientist Karl Friston posits that context heavily influences perception; for instance, identical stimuli can be interpreted differently based on whether the brain expects to see letters or numbers. This discrepancy highlights the active role of expectations in shaping perception, alongside existing cognitive biases that further complicate our understanding of reality.
Reality is not purely perceived; it's heavily influenced by brain predictions shaped by context and expectation, challenging traditional views on sensory perception.
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