Being Yourself: The New Science of Consciousness — Anil Seth

In Being Yourself: The New Science of Consciousness, neuroscientist Anil Seth offers a radical rethinking of how consciousness and selfhood emerge. He argues that our brains don’t passively perceive reality, but actively construct it, using predictions and sensory feedback to create our sense of self and experience of the world. The book explores topics such as perception, body awareness, free will, and whether machines can ever be conscious. Written in a clear, accessible style, the book bridges rigorous science with philosophical wonder. This Ukrainian edition (320 pages) invites readers to question what it means to “be yourself” in a world shaped by brain, body, and mind.