Tag: Philosophy of Mind
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Attention (Zen Parable)
In a quiet room filled with anticipation, a student approached Zen Master Ikkyū Sōjun, renowned for his insightful wisdom that cut through life’s complexities. With a heart full of questions and seeking enlightenment, the student asked the master for a piece of wisdom to illuminate his path towards understanding.
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NLP – Neuro-Linguistic Programming
Originating in the 1970s, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) posits that altering language and perception can change behaviors and outcomes. Applied across various fields such as therapy and business, it focuses on replicating successful behaviors for personal growth, engaging with how language shapes our experiences.
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Limits of Language (Wittgenstein)
Ludwig Wittgenstein, a significant 20th-century philosopher, explored language’s role in shaping perceived reality. His works, from “Tractatus” to “Philosophical Investigations,” marked a paradigm shift, viewing language as dynamic and contextually driven, profoundly influencing philosophy, logic, and psychology.
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Theory of Mind
Theory of Mind (ToM) is the ability to understand others’ mental states and predict their behavior. It’s key for social interaction, empathy, and communication. It usually develops in early childhood and its impairment can be seen in conditions like autism.
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Umwelt
Umwelt theory suggests each organism experiences a unique, subjective universe based on its abilities to perceive and interact with its environment. This concept, influencing fields like ecology and cognitive science, asserts that organisms actively shape their perceptual worlds, with implications for understanding evolution.