💡Our behavior is shaped by a combination of biological and environmental factors.
🔬Neuroscience research reveals that there is no separate 'self' controlling our actions.
🌍Factors such as genetics, upbringing, culture, and hunger can influence our decision-making process.
🧠The brain's metabolic state, blood sugar levels, and environmental factors play a significant role in decision-making.
⏰Hunger and sleep deprivation can affect our generosity, cooperativeness, and rationality.
Is there any scientific evidence supporting the concept of free will?
—There is an ongoing debate in the scientific community regarding free will. However, neuroscientific research suggests that our behavior is influenced by various factors beyond our conscious control.
Can hunger and sleep deprivation affect our decision-making process?
—Yes, hunger and sleep deprivation can impair our cognitive abilities, affect our emotions, and lead to less rational decision-making.
Does our genetic makeup influence our behavior?
—Yes, our genes play a role in shaping our behavior. However, it is important to note that genetic predispositions interact with environmental factors to shape who we are.
Can cultural background affect our decision-making?
—Absolutely. Our cultural background influences our values, beliefs, and social conditioning, all of which can impact our decision-making process.
Is the concept of 'self' an illusion?
—According to neuroscientific understanding, there is no separate 'self' controlling our actions. Our sense of self is an emergent property of complex interactions in the brain.
00:00Introduction and discussion on the concept of free will
08:39The influence of hunger on decision-making
12:00Addressing questions relating to the loss of agency in minute decisions
