Consciousness remains one of the deepest mysteries in science and philosophy. How does the brain give rise to subjective experience, awareness, and the sense of self? This section explores research and reflections on consciousness, from cognitive science to altered states of mind.
The relationship between brain and mind remains one of the central puzzles of modern science. Beyond reductionism, some researchers argue for a more complex interaction between neural activity and conscious experience. For millennia, humanity has been captivated by a profound question: what is the connection between our physical body and what we might call the…
Coma represents an extreme dissociation between body and mind. Neuroscience is now exploring this boundary, where inner experience may persist despite total outward silence. In the paradoxical landscape of human life, where the extraordinary brushes against the mundane, some of us become witnesses to accidents that do not kill, but instead imprison. Julie Bourges lay…
Being alone does not necessarily mean being isolated. When accompanied by reading, solitude can become a space for emotional regulation and self-reflection. “When I think of all the books I still have to read, I am certain of being happy again.”, Jules Renard There is something universal in this simple thought. Happiness suspended in unread…
What if the brain does not operate solely under classical physical laws? The “quantum brain” hypothesis explores whether controversial quantum processes could play a role in consciousness. Have you ever experienced a sudden intuition, a creative spark that seems to emerge from nowhere? That inexplicable sense of “knowing” something without being able to articulate why?…
In contemporary societies, consumption is no longer just about meeting needs. Objects have become identity markers, shaping how individuals construct and present themselves. Jean Baudrillard, a towering figure in contemporary sociology and philosophy, left a lasting mark on the intellectual landscape with his ability to expose the often-invisible mechanisms of modern society. His 1970 work…
For centuries, whirling dervishes have explored altered states of consciousness through movement. Neuroscience is now beginning to uncover how this ritual trance reshapes perception, the body, and the sense of self. For centuries, beneath the domes of ancient tekke lodges and to the echo of Rumi’s verses, men dressed in flowing white robes have spun…
Between a body that ages and a mind that resists, a gap emerges. Subjective age helps explain how we adjust our self-perception as time passes. Isn’t it strange how we are relentlessly confronted with our date of birth? That unchanging number, returning each year with stubborn regularity, seems ironically indifferent to the transformations time has…
Building a stable sense of self is a key psychological challenge. In the era of self-branding and social media, it now unfolds between authentic identity and curated image. We have all experienced those faint whispers and inner murmurs, sometimes reassuring, sometimes critical, that shape how we see ourselves. This intimate dialogue, at times gentle and…
How can a completely blind person be convinced they can see? Anton’s syndrome reveals a fascinating condition in which the brain constructs a coherent yet illusory reality. Mrs. B, age 68, is hospitalized after a bilateral stroke affecting her occipital lobes. When asked if she can perceive her surroundings, she confidently replies that she sees…