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Our God-Shaped Brains

Our God-Shaped Brains

Update: 2024-06-1735
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Some think of religious faith as just that: a leap of faith. But psychologists are increasingly filling in the gaps in our understanding of how beliefs shape — and are shaped by — the human mind. This week, psychologist Ara Norenzayan explores features in the brain that are tied to our capacity for faith. And he shows how all of us, both religious and non-religious people, can use this knowledge to find more meaning in our lives.

For more of our reporting on religion and the mind, be sure to check out our episode "Creating God."
 

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Alex Hardwick

this episode solidified my disdain for religion. a way to control others

Jun 18th
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Alex Hardwick

NPR shows need to stop with the ads. in a 55 min episode there are 20 mins of ads. stick to the fundraising drive

Jun 18th
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