Making Sense with Sam Harris - Subscriber Content #450 - More From Sam: Resolutions, Conspiracies, Demonology, and the Fate of the World
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Dec 30, 2025 Sam reflects on his ambitious New Year's resolutions and the transformative power of meditation. The discussion shifts to the intriguing risks of AI and the urgent need for global cooperation on its governance. Sam critiques the unsettling rise of antisemitism on both sides of the political spectrum and warns against the dangers of conspiracy thinking. They delve into Tucker Carlson's bizarre encounter with a demon and explore societal fractures fueled by misinformation. Plus, Sam shares entertainment picks and his humorous ChatGPT experience.
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Live Each Year Like It’s Your Last
- Live each year as if it were your last to clarify priorities and trim nonessential commitments.
- Repeat the practice yearly to maintain focus and reduce regret over time.
Start A Daily Meditation Habit
- Practice meditation daily to notice distraction and build concentration on simple sensations like the breath.
- Persist for a week to begin experiencing clearer attention and less automatic reactivity.
The Voice That Defines Your Experience
- Most people live inside an incessant inner conversation that filters their moment-to-moment experience.
- Recognizing that voice through meditation reveals how much thought unconsciously drives behavior.