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The Emerald

Space Hex: The Curse of Restlessness in Worldviews of Perpetual Escape

Jun 24, 2020
This podcast explores humanity's obsession with leaving planet earth and the mythologies of restlessness. It discusses the contrast between space exploration and global problems, the restless nature of the human mind, the concept of escape mistaken for spirituality, and the importance of sitting with what is. It also explores the symbolism of the moon, the power of love, and the true pilgrimage.
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Quick takeaways

  • The obsession with space exploration and transcendence stems from a deep restlessness within the human mind, always seeking something beyond the present moment.
  • The pursuit of transhumanism and technological advancements as a means to escape humanity and achieve immortality is a manifestation of restlessness and dissatisfaction with being human.

Deep dives

The Obsession with Space Exploration: A Restless Journey

The podcast episode explores the increasing obsession with space exploration and the desire to transcend planet Earth. It questions the rationale behind spending billions of dollars on reaching outer space while ignoring pressing issues on Earth such as global problems, environmental concerns, and social inequality. The episode highlights the harmful effects of space launches on the environment, including carbon emissions and the depletion of resources. It argues that this obsession is rooted in a deep restlessness of the human mind, always seeking something beyond the present moment. The episode delves into mythological perspectives, contrasting the human restlessness to the custodial worldview of certain cultures. It ultimately questions the need to escape from Earth instead of finding glory and fulfillment within the cycles of nature and the present moment.

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