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Jung, Free Will, Synchronicity, Religion, & Paths to Transcendence - Dr Bernardo Kastrup, PhD

The Weekend University

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Contrasting Eastern and Western Mindsets

This chapter explores the differences in mindset between Eastern and Western cultures, emphasizing the Western need for defined goals and purposes versus the Eastern contentment with the present moment. It also delves into how childhood exposure to religious symbols shapes individuals' perceptions of transcendence and meaning, highlighting the challenge of adopting new symbols later in life.

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