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How Consciousness Constructs Experience

A complex interplay of neural activity, sensory input, cognitive functions, and quantum processes enables consciousness to construct our experiences.

Steve Beller, PhD
2 min readMay 3, 2024

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Consciousness: What It Is

Consciousness is a complex and multifaceted concept that encompasses many aspects of existence. It involves being aware of oneself, one’s surroundings, and one’s experiences. It is not just a matter of being awake, but also of having self-awareness, perception, cognition, judgment, decision-making abilities, and emotions. Our state of consciousness shapes our perception of reality and gives meaning to our subjective experiences.

Shaping Perception: The Role of Consciousness

This fascinating and complex phenomenon shapes our perception of reality and gives meaning to our subjective experiences. It results from the interplay between various factors, including neural processes, sensory input, cognitive functions, and the fundamental structure of matter in the universe.

The Brain: Center of Conscious Experience

The brain is the center of human and animal consciousness. It is composed of billions of neurons that communicate with each other through electrochemical signals, giving rise…

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Steve Beller, PhD
Steve Beller, PhD

Written by Steve Beller, PhD

I’m a clinical psychologist and software architect focused on human nature, mindsets, consciousness, experience, behavior, and the fundamentals of reality.

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