Free will is one of the most important topics we can discuss. If every thought, decision, and action is ultimately the product of biology and physics, then are we really making choices? Or are we simply witnessing events unfold inside our own minds? Is free will important for human flourishing, motivation, and resilience? In this livestream, we'll explore the neuroscience and philosophy of free will, including the arguments of Benjamin Libet, Robert Sapolsky, Sam Harris, Kevin Mitchell, and others.

Topics include:

• What I mean by "free will"

• Whether consciousness actually influences behavior

• The famous Libet experiments

• Sam Harris' argument that free will is an illusion

• Robert Sapolsky's case against agency

• Why belief in control affects motivation and wellbeing

• Learned helplessness, resilience, and human flourishing

• Whether free will is necessary for resilience and personal growth

My goal is not to convince you of a particular conclusion, but to think carefully about one of the deepest questions in science and philosophy.

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