Thought: What Happens When We Think?

We spend much of our lives thinking, yet rarely stop to ask what a thought actually is. Are thoughts simply words in the mind, or something more mysterious? Can we think without language? And how much of our thinking takes place without our awareness?

Drawing on philosophy of mind and cognitive science, this lecture explores the nature, power and limitations of human thought: how our thoughts represent the world, shape our actions, and sometimes lead us astray.

For something so familiar, thought remains remarkably puzzling. Perhaps the greatest mystery is how little we understand what we are doing when we think.

This lecture will be delivered by Philosopher-in-Residence and cognitive scientist, Br. Piran-María.

This event is free for all BMI members and £5 for any non-member. For non-members tickets please follow the Eventbrite link -https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/what-happens-when-we-think-tickets-2004571698913?aff=oddtdtcreator