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The universe is so similar to our brain that it could be conscious. In this video, we talk about how we might be just tiny echoes of a larger cosmic mind.
- Sources:

Integrated Information Theory of Consciousness


https://scienceexchange.caltech.edu/topics/quantum-science-e…tanglement.
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-642-20253-7_2
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-new-science-cons…sciousness.

Do atoms going through a double slit ‘know’ if they are being observed?


https://www.sciencealert.com/quantum-entanglement-has-now-be…opic-scale.

Knitting space–time out of quantum entanglement

Experimental entanglement of temporal order


https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/is-consciousness-…universe1/

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Time travel has long fascinated scientists and theorists, prompting questions about whether the future can send visitors into its own past and whether individuals could move forward in time in ways that bypass the normal flows of daily life. The general idea of time as a fourth dimension, comparable to spatial dimensions, gained traction when Hermann Minkowski famously stated that “space by itself, and time by itself, are doomed to fade away into mere shadows” (Minkowski, 1908, p. 75). This integrated view of spacetime underlies many physics-based theories of how a traveler might move along the temporal axis.

In relativity, closed timelike curves (CTCs) theoretically allow a path through spacetime that loops back to its origin in time. As Kip Thorne put it, “wormhole physics is at the very forefront of our understanding of the Universe” (Thorne, 1994, pp. 496–497). A wormhole with suitable geometry might permit travel from one point in time to another. However, such scenarios raise paradoxes. One common example is the “grandfather paradox,” which asks how a traveler could exist if they venture into the past and eliminate their own ancestor. David Deutsch offered one possible resolution by suggesting that “quantum mechanics may remove or soften the paradoxes conventionally associated with time travel” (Deutsch, 1991, p. 3198). His reasoning rests on the idea that quantum behavior might allow timelines to branch or otherwise circumvent contradictions.

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Sleep isn’t just a luxury, it’s a vital process that helps our bodies repair and rejuvenate. Researchers have started to uncover how the quality and timing of sleep can affect more than just how rested we feel—it might also affect the very blueprint of our cells: our DNA.

A new study from Canada found that melatonin, a hormone known for its role in regulating sleep, might help reverse some of the DNA damage caused by years of poor sleep.

Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland in our brains when darkness falls. It signals to our bodies that it’s time to wind down and prepare for sleep. Beyond its sleep-inducing properties, melatonin is also a powerful antioxidant.

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Here I interview Brian Cutter in person to talk about arguments against physicalism. Do they work?

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OUTLINE

0:00 Intro.
0:15 Physicalism.
3:10 Non-physicalism.
5:50 Many-subjects argument.
30:20 Sensory awareness arguments.
36:31 Conceivability arguments.
51:48 Inconceivability argument.
56:58 Knowledge argument.
1:08:07 Explanatory gap arguments.
1:12:51 Arguments from personal identity.
1:20:07 Mereological nihilism argument.
1:28:38 Just too different!
1:32:07 Other arguments.
1:33:06 The best argument against dualism?
1:46:17 Conclusion.

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Two scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have discovered a new phase of matter while studying a model system of a magnetic material.

The phase is a never-before-seen pattern of electron spins—the tiny “up” and “down” magnetic moments carried by every electron. It consists of a combination of highly ordered “cold” spins and highly disordered “hot” spins, and it has thus been dubbed “half ice, half fire.” The researchers discovered the new phase while studying a one-dimensional model of a type of magnetic material called a ferrimagnet.

“Half ice, half fire” is notable not only because it has never been observed before, but also because it is able to drive extremely sharp switching between phases in the material at a reasonable, finite temperature. This phenomenon could one day result in applications in the energy and information technology industries.

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Elon Musk envisions a future where automation and AI could transform society by creating abundance and new job opportunities, while also posing challenges such as job displacement, wealth concentration, and the need for innovative solutions like universal basic income ## Questions to inspire discussion ## Income Opportunities in the Age of Abundance.

🤖 Q: How can I profit from owning assets in an abundant future? A: Rent out assets like bots, cars, and homes as a major income source, creating new job opportunities in asset management and maintenance.

🎨 Q: What industries will thrive in a post-scarcity world? A: Bespoke industries like Etsy will flourish as people seek custom-made products from human artisans, creating new job opportunities for unique, high-quality craftsmanship. ## Lifestyle Changes and Affordability.

💰 Q: How will abundance affect the cost of living? A: Middle-class living becomes possible on **$20,000/year instead of **$100,000/year, reducing costs of energy, transportation, homes, groceries, and making luxuries more accessible.

✈️ Q: Will travel become more affordable in an abundant future? A: Vacation land and travel become more accessible as abundance reduces costs of travel and accommodations, creating new job opportunities in the travel industry. ## Entertainment and Sports.

🏆 Q: How will abundance impact professional sports and gaming? A: Professional athletes and gamers will gain popularity and lucrative opportunities as more people afford tickets and subscriptions, creating new job opportunities in competitive fields. ## Economic Considerations.

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