consciousness

Theories of Consciousness Theories about consciousness are my jam. They unravel the mysteries of how we think, see, and feel our way through life, offering up a smorgasbord of ideas. Let’s dig into some of these mind-boggling theories. Understanding Integrated Information Theory Integrated Information Theory (IIT) is a big cheese among consciousness theories. It rolls … Read more

Understanding Altered States You ever get that feeling you’re not in Kansas anymore? Well, altered states of consciousness (ASCs) are like that—you’re awake, but your mind’s taken a little detour. I’m diving into how people have been flipping the mental script for thousands of years, with a peek at some old-school (and not-so-old-school) trance rituals. … Read more