Explore the psychological mechanisms behind human belief in strange phenomena in this TED talk. Delve into how two fundamental survival skills of the brain can lead to self-deception and belief in unusual concepts like alien abductions and dowsing rods. Learn about patternicity, agenticity, and their roles in shaping human beliefs and behaviors. Discover the connection between dopamine levels and pattern recognition, and how this relates to creativity and psychosis. Examine fascinating examples, including the Impossible Crate Illusion and conspiracy theories, to understand how the brain processes information and creates meaning. Gain insights into the neuroscience behind religious experiences and the perception of invisible agents controlling our lives.