Spiritual Misfits Podcast Advent Anticipation in a Time of AI Anxiety
Dec 6, 2025
Explore the fascinating intersection of Advent and AI anxiety. The host delves into attachment hacking, cognitive atrophy, and the pressures of artificial general intelligence. With a focus on embodying hope, listeners are guided through a contemplative practice that encourages breath and presence. The discussion highlights the importance of facing reality with courage while naming deep concerns and bringing them to the divine. Ending with a soothing musical meditation, it invites everyone to find light amidst uncertainty.
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Advent As A Frame For AI Anxiety
- Will Small links present AI anxiety to the Advent theme of anticipation and grounding.
- He reframes anxious future-forecasting as a call to embodied presence and hope.
Trigger: Tristan Harris Podcast
- Will recounts listening to Tristan Harris on The Diary of a CEO and The Social Dilemma context.
- That episode prompted his reflections on attention-hacking and AI risks.
Face Reality With Spiritual Courage
- Face reality with courage and clear eyes rather than hiding from hard truths.
- Use spiritual practice to build the muscle to confront difficult, uncertain futures.