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by Hendrikto 1125 days ago
Sounds like the free energy principle [0]:

> The free energy principle is based on the Bayesian idea of the brain as an “inference engine.” Under the free energy principle, systems pursue paths of least surprise, or equivalently, minimize the difference between predictions based on their model of the world and their sense and associated perception.

[0]: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_energy_principle