Full Idea
Our conception of ourselves in the world is more like a map than a story.
Gist of Idea
We see ourselves in the world as a map
Source
Gilbert Harman (Thought [1973], Pref)
Book Reference
Harman,Gilbert: 'Thought' [Princeton 1977], p.-4
A Reaction
Dennett offer the 'story' view of the self (Ideas 7381 and 7382). How do we arbitrate this one? A story IS a sort of map. Maps can extend over time as well over space. I think the self is real, and is a location on a map, and the hero of a story.
Related Ideas
Idea 7381 We tell stories about ourselves, to protect, control and define who we are [Dennett]
Idea 7382 We spin narratives about ourselves, and the audience posits a centre of gravity for them [Dennett]