Free Energy Principle

The Free Energy Principle is a theory that explains how living organisms adapt and survive in a constantly changing environment. It posits that they strive to minimize the difference between their predictions of the world and what they actually experience. This 'free energy' reflects uncertainty or surprise. By adjusting their beliefs and actions, organisms reduce this discrepancy, helping them to efficiently manage resources, avoid danger, and pursue goals. Essentially, it highlights the importance of prediction and adaptation in how life forms interact with and make sense of their surroundings.