Today\u2019s guest asserts that the way we encounter reality is a construction. Our thoughts and perceptions are merely interpretations of external and biological cues. We\u2019re all hallucinating, all the time. It\u2019s just that when we agree on those hallucinations, we call it reality.\n\nFeel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart.\xa0Each week I\u2019ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.\n\nToday\u2019s clip is from episode 366 of the podcast with globally respected neuroscientist Anil Seth - Professor of Cognitive and Computational Science at the University of Sussex.\n\nAnil\u2019s theory is that our brains don\u2019t read the world, they write them \u2013 all of life is a controlled hallucination.\n\nIn this clip he explains how our brains create our conscious reality.\n\nThanks to our sponsor\xa0https://www.drinkag1.com/livemore\n\nSupport the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts\xa0https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to\xa0https://fblm.supercast.com.\n\nShow notes and the full podcast are available at drchatterjee.com/366\n\nFollow me on\xa0instagram.com/drchatterjee\n\nFollow me on\xa0facebook.com/DrChatterjee\n\nFollow me on\xa0twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk\n\xa0\nDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.