Free Agents by Kevin J. Mitchell

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Discover how to grasp the core insights of Free Agents in just 15 minutes. This audio distills the essential lessons from the original book, cutting out the fluff and saving you hours. Are we masters of our own destiny, or simply puppets of our biology? In Free Agents, neuroscientist Kevin J. Mitchell provides a powerful argument that free will is not an illusion but a real, tangible power that evolution gave us. This summary unpacks his revolutionary thesis, chapter by chapter. Journey from the dawn of life, where the simple struggle for persistence first created purpose and meaning in the universe. You’ll learn how the first organisms became true agents, capable of making choices to navigate their world. The analysis follows the evolutionary path from single cells to the complex human brain, revealing how nervous systems evolved to harness indeterminacy, allowing for genuine choice rather than deterministic reaction. This breakdown challenges the common belief that we are just machines controlled by our genes and neurons. Instead, it reveals how we become the authors of our own lives by developing character and exercising conscious, rational control. If you’ve read the book before, it’s a great way to reinforce what matters most. This version delivers all the practical takeaways you need to put into action right away by fundamentally reshaping your understanding of agency and what it means to be human. Duration - 14m. Author - Legacy Audiobooks. Narrator - Digital Voice Roger E. Published Date - Tuesday, 14 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Pendleton Row Publishing LLC ©.

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English