

#17: How Not to Waste a Life: Asymmetrical Reconciliation with Iain McGilchrist
May 5, 2024
Philosopher and author Iain McGilchrist discusses the significance of asymmetry in life, challenging dichotomous thinking. Topics include embracing complexity, intuition, imagination, poetry, art, digital distractions, and philosophical reflections on existence.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Asymmetry and Unity in Life and the Universe
01:41 • 16min
Challenges and Joys of Going Back to School
18:03 • 2min
Appreciating the Wonder of Anatomy and Complexity in Systems
20:03 • 8min
Reconnecting with Nature, Spirituality, and Community
28:11 • 14min
Exploring the Hemispheres of the Brain and Attention
41:43 • 28min
Exploring the Concept of Flow through the Analogy of a Whirlpool
01:10:05 • 3min