Dr. John Vervaeke Ep. 11 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Higher States of Consciousness, Part 1
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Apr 3, 2023 Explore the transformative power of higher states of consciousness and how they connect ancient wisdom with modern science. Discover the role of flow and insight in unlocking a deeper sense of meaning and engagement in life. Delve into systemic cognitive errors in children and their implications for personal growth. This enlightening journey reveals how recognizing these errors can lead to profound understanding and consciousness expansion.
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Higher States of Consciousness
- People report altered states of consciousness as more real than everyday life.
- This challenges our typical understanding of reality, judged by coherence and intelligibility.
Theories of Enlightenment
- A good theory of enlightenment needs to be both descriptively and prescriptively adequate.
- It should explain the feel and transformative power of these states and justify them rationally.
Experiencing the World
- Higher states of consciousness involve clarity, both perceptually and cognitively.
- The world appears beautiful, alive, and unified, marked by a sense of oneness.