"It all comes down to the realisation that, on every scale, what we perceive and do, genuinely changes what exists in this moment, and what's possible in the next."
"Cerf chased fame and avoided plumbing 'the depths' of his life, but he could appreciate, at times to the point of awe, depth in others."
The book delves into the science of experiencing the present moment, exploring psychology, neurobiology, and physics. It discusses concepts like psychedelics, flow states, and optical illusions. New theories of temporal perception, such as QBism, challenge deterministic views of the universe. The author emphasizes that human beliefs and experiences significantly influence reality and possibilities. The narrative intertwines complex scientific ideas with the notion of agency, suggesting that our perceptions and actions shape existence in the present and future.
Read at The New Yorker
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