Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal Raphaël Liogier: Humanity’s Next Evolutionary Jump is Happening Now
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Sep 6, 2024 
Raphaël Liogier, a distinguished sociologist and philosopher from the Institute for Advanced Studies, delves into profound topics around humanity's evolution. He discusses the clash between belief systems and modernity, revealing how Western interpretations of Buddhism often misalign with its true practices. Liogier emphasizes the importance of positivity and community in overcoming societal challenges, advocating for a paradigm shift in scientific discourse. He critiques modernity’s complexities, exploring how understanding chaos can lead to personal and societal transformation.
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Westernized Buddhism
- Westerners sought "authentic" Buddhism in Asia, but it was already altered to fit Western desires.
- Liogier's dissertation explored this Westernized Buddhism, revealing how even Asian practices adapted.
True Meditation
- True meditation is about embracing the void, not filling the mind.
- This cultivates freedom and detachment from anxieties, unlike self-improvement-focused meditation.
Inertialism vs. Materialism
- Liogier suggests renaming materialism to "inertialism," emphasizing its lifeless, passive nature.
- True matter has a dynamic, life-giving quality, unlike the inert "dead bits" of inertialism.
