Dr. John Vervaeke Ep. 2 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Flow, Metaphor, and the Axial Revolution
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Apr 3, 2023 Exploring the connections between meaning making, cognition, altered states of consciousness, and wisdom. Achieving radical changes in attention and brain functioning through flow state. The ability to learn language patterns without conscious awareness. Distinguishing between correlation and causation. The power of implicit learning and the importance of context. How alphabetic literacy enhances self-awareness and metacognition. Understanding the impact of human cognition on violence and wisdom.
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Flow State
- The flow state is when your skills meet the demands of a situation, pushing you just beyond your current abilities.
- This leads to enhanced focus, a sense of oneness with the task, and altered time perception.
Flow Inducing Activities
- Video games are flow induction machines because they constantly adapt to the player's skill level, providing tight feedback and clear information.
- Activities like jazz, martial arts, and rock climbing also induce flow.
Flow and Meaning
- The flow state is not just pleasurable; it's deeply connected to meaning in life.
- People who frequently experience flow tend to report higher levels of well-being and meaningfulness.