Why does an experience which does NOT detectably affect the brain impact cognition in predictable and specific ways? Eg becoming a Christian and seeing the world in a new light?
You would struggle to detect a Christian from a group of pagan, hindu or muslim MRIs, and yet the real-world effect of these beliefs could not possibly be more different. The Christian belief *resulted in the MRI machine itself!*
Same for a belief that is pro incest vs anti incest. Identical brain structures, completely different long term ecolutionary fitness and results.
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