But if the brain is not like a computer, then what is it like? What kind of model can we form in regard to its functioning? I believe there's only one answer to that question, and perhaps it will disturb you: there is no model of the brain, nor will there ever be. That's because the brain, as the constructor of all models, transcends all models. The brain's uniqueness stems from the fact that nowhere in the known universe is there anything even remotely resembling it.
One a very basic level, you are what you remember - your very identity depends on all of the events, people and places you can recall. - Richard Restak
One a very basic level, you are what you remember - your very identity depends on all of the events, people and places you can recall.
- Richard Restak
But if the brain is not like a computer, then what is it like? What kind of model can we form in regard to its functioning? I believe there's only on… - Richard Restak
But if the brain is not like a computer, then what is it like? What kind of model can we form in regard to its functioning? I believe there's only on…
Since the brain is unlike any other structure in the known universe, it seems reasonable to expect that our understanding of its functioning - if it … - Richard Restak
Since the brain is unlike any other structure in the known universe, it seems reasonable to expect that our understanding of its functioning - if it …
Just as important as getting enough sleep is thinking about sleep in the right way. Stop thinking of sleep and naps as “downtime” or as a “waste of t… - Richard Restak
Just as important as getting enough sleep is thinking about sleep in the right way. Stop thinking of sleep and naps as “downtime” or as a “waste of t…
Until the day we die our brain remains capable of change, according to the challenges that we set for it. - Richard Restak
Until the day we die our brain remains capable of change, according to the challenges that we set for it.
The dynamic interplay of neural activity within and in between systems is the very essence of brain function. - Richard Restak
The dynamic interplay of neural activity within and in between systems is the very essence of brain function.
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