The Forgetful Mind Version 2.2 (2nd edition)

Abstract

When the brain engages a task, it requires a source of motivating energy. If the task becomes too complex, we are at risk of overloading this source. In this situation, endorphins intervene to sedate and disconnect us from the source, effectively ending the task. When endorphins don’t break the connection to the source in a timely fashion, we experience a seizure which again, effectively ends the endeavour. Whichever the solution, the process that involves endorphins blocking context ensures that we absolutely forget that these events ever took place.

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