The Antithesis of Mindfulness

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The sense of self the ordinary sense of subjectivity is being interrupted all the time it's just not being noticed to be interrupted there. We're actually functionally blind in these brief moments as we move our eyes and we don't notice it, he says. He adds that much of our feeling of selfhood is is interrupted in that kind of punctate way throughout the day and only in retrospect when we're reflecting on it or recoiling back into self can this sense of egocentricity become quite vivid.

According to neuroscientist and philosopher Sam Harris, rationality is the key to safeguarding everything we cherish, and its only true enemy is dogmatic inflexibility. Harris speaks with EconTalk host Russ Roberts about the views that have made Harris famous, teasing out the often mind-blowing subtleties of his religious and cultural critiques. They discuss what Harris has learned as a podcaster and author, and how ecstasy launched his spiritual journey. Finally, they move on to the power of meditation, exploring the way it can lead to self-transcendence and real connection with others.