What Makes You "You"? - Acting and Neuroscience Perspectives on Consciousness

Explore the fascinating intersection of acting and neuroscience in this 22-minute TED Intersections video featuring actor Yara Shahidi and cognitive neuroscientist Anil Seth. Delve into the surprising connections between portraying different characters and understanding our authentic selves. Discover how the brain and body work together to shape our sense of identity and consciousness. Gain insights into the mystery of self-awareness through the unique perspectives of performance art and cognitive science. Learn how acting can reveal unexpected truths about human consciousness and identity formation. Examine the complex relationship between our perceived and actual selves in this thought-provoking conversation between experts from two distinct fields.

What Makes You “You”? An Actor + a Neuroscientist Answer | Yara Shahidi + Anil Seth | Intersections