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Almost Awakened

Almost Awakened: 017: Ben Brown – Our Brain and the Stories We Tell

Oct 26, 2019
Ben Brown, grew up in a fundamentalist religious sect and deconstructed multiple systems to understand human behavior. Topics discussed include escaping toxic religious beliefs, upgrading our thinking and beliefs, understanding human behavior and compassion, the impact of mind chatter on personal growth, and choosing to live a good story.
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  • Deconstructing and reconstructing our stories can lead to a more compassionate and meaningful life.
  • Understanding the biology behind behavior and emotions can help us make conscious choices and foster empathy.

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The power of deconstructing and reconstructing our stories

One of the key insights discussed in this podcast episode is the importance of deconstructing and reconstructing our stories. The speaker emphasizes that our minds are story-based, and we live in narratives that we create about ourselves, others, and the world. By becoming aware of these stories and recognizing that they are not fixed or objective truths, we can consciously choose to shift and upgrade our stories to create a more compassionate and meaningful life.

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