Ram Dass Here And Now Ep. 160 - Science and Spirituality
Mar 25, 2020
Ram Dass, a renowned spiritual teacher, and Amit Goswami, a theoretical quantum physicist, engage in a fascinating dialogue on the intersection of science and spirituality. They explore how mindfulness has evolved and emphasize the importance of integrating Eastern and Western knowledge. The conversation delves into topics like the nature of reality, the role of meditation and psychedelics in expanding consciousness, and how collective consciousness challenges traditional scientific paradigms. This mind-bending discussion offers a fresh perspective on enlightenment and our interconnectedness.
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Meta-systems Embrace Paradoxes
- Facing paradoxes forces us to rise to a meta-system that embraces diverse paradigms.
- Integrating scientific and spiritual views creates a broader understanding of reality.
Feynman’s Doubt on Miracles
- Ram Dass shared a story about physicist Richard Feynman confronting the guru Maharaji's ability to be in two places simultaneously.
- Feynman rejected this miracle because it broke physics' foundational rules, showing limits of scientific paradigms.
Scientists as Disciples
- Scientists must become disciples, using their own body as a laboratory to understand spiritual phenomena.
- True understanding comes more from humility and experiential practice than objective study.