# 5 Weird Tricks for Having a Brain

> Source: <https://www.wired.com/galaxy-brain/>
> Published: 2026-08-14 10:00:00+00:00

The Big StoryAug 14, 2026 6:00 AMThe WIRED Guide to Expanding Your MindFrom the multibrained octopus to the bitty brain organoid, we’re all just inference engines making flawed bets on the future. Here are the five insights your brain will need to survive.CommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this story