Appear Quote by Stephen LaBerge
“What is consciousness? Our brain simulates reality. So, our everyday experiences are a form of dreaming, which is to say, they are mental models, simulations, not the things they appear to be.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Consciousness and Dreaming, Stephen LaBerge, 1999
Consciousness is portrayed as a brain‑generated simulation, making everyday experience akin to dreaming.
In simple terms: Our minds create reality like a dream.
Question reality’s nature.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- psychology lectures
- virtual reality design
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you experience life as a simulation?
- How does this view affect your sense of agency?
It may ignore the role of external physical constraints.