In teaching, I’m always making this crucial distinction: “...cognitive science doesn’t show that the self is an illusion, despite what a few cognitive scientists say. Rather, it indicates that the self is a construction.” — Why I Am Not a Buddhist by Evan Thompson
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And the fact that everyone assumes they understand jargon just because the "same words" appear. * illusion: a false idea or belief * illusion: a deceptive appearance * illusion: wrongly perceived by the senses * illusion: looks real, but is not * illusion: a useful construction
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I see. The notion of "relative" and "ultimate" levels is prominent in the teachings on "not-self". And cognitive science theorizes that the default mode network generates our felt sense of self. So I'm wondering what he is taking issue with here. I'll check out the book.
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