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Sometimes, paying attention means we see the world less clearly

11 mins | Jul 11, 2021
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How can we rethink our approach towards focus? Attention is generally seen as an unproblematic guide to knowledge, but many theories prove that it can also actively mislead us. Philosopher Henry Taylor reflects on how revising our views on these areas could profoundly improve our thought processes.

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