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This Sausage-Shaped Part Of Your Brain Causes Out-Of-Body Experiences
10 minutes Posted Aug 4, 2023 at 4:15 am.
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Ever felt like you were watching yourself and the rest of the world from outside of your body? Or floating above yourself? Well, scientists finally know what part of your brain is causing that sensation. NPR science correspondent Jon Hamilton shares the tale of the discovery with host Aaron Scott. Plus, they talk about why it may be helpful to occasionally venture outside of your bodily self.

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