Open Minds: The Social Making of Agency and Intentionality

Exploring the origins of volition and cognition, this novel presents a compelling argument that these cognitive processes are shaped by specific types of social interactions and communication. It delves into how our social environments influence our mental frameworks, suggesting that our understanding of decision-making and thought is deeply intertwined with our relational dynamics. The work invites readers to reconsider the foundations of cognition through a social lens, highlighting the importance of interpersonal connections in shaping our cognitive architecture.