Making Sense with Sam Harris #450 — More From Sam: Resolutions, Conspiracies, Demonology, and the Fate of the World
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Dec 30, 2025 Sam delves into his ambitious New Year's resolutions and the transformative power of meditation. He explores current AI risks and the urgent need for global cooperation to navigate this complex landscape. The conversation also touches on disturbing events like Tucker Carlson’s chilling experience and societal fractures stemming from antisemitism. Additionally, Sam critiques theological arguments while grappling with the collapse of shared reality—a major driver behind contemporary crises. It's a thought-provoking exploration of personal and global challenges.
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Living Like It Could Be Your Last Year
- Sam adopted a year-long frame to "live as though it were my last year" and rated his effort a B.
- Wildfires and being forced from his home made the year more practical than he intended but didn't change the commitment.
A Year Interrupted By Wildfire
- Sam's year was disrupted seven days in when half his city burned and he had to flee his home.
- The real-estate disruption made practicing "live like it's your last year" more practically focused than intended.
Learn To Anchor Your Attention
- Try a short daily meditation practice to notice how distraction shapes your life and reactions.
- Use simple anchors like breath or sounds to build attention and weaken automatic thought-driven responses.