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43. Michael Puett (Harvard Chinese Philosophy Scholar) – Freedom Through Ritual
Think Again - a Big Think Podcast
The Transformation of Mindfulness: From Engagement to Complacency
This chapter explores the transformation of mindfulness practices in contemporary America, focusing on how they have shifted from their original purpose of self-transcendence to promoting self-acceptance. The speakers critique this change as a contributor to complacency and a culture of narcissism, rather than encouraging authentic engagement with life.
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