

Love and Safety with Daniel Thorson
Jun 10, 2025
Daniel Thorson, a coach and systems thinker, shares insights on individual transformation and community building. He discusses his journey from addiction to purpose, emphasizing the role of meditation in personal growth. Thorson explores the interplay of intimacy, attachment, and love, highlighting their significance in creating safe environments for self-discovery. He also reflects on the evolution of podcasting, the importance of long-term community vision, and the challenges of fostering connections while maintaining personal autonomy.
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Early Struggles and Spiritual Beginnings
- Daniel struggled in school feeling alienated and inadequate compared to his sister.
- His journey began with finding meditation and Marxist philosophy during a deep depression after a breakup.
Alienation: Personal and Systemic
- Daniel discerns alienation as both personal and systemic, questioning if it is a personal issue or a product of culture.
- Occupy's slogan "we are the 99%" felt "1% off" because he saw alienation as deeper than blaming specific groups.
Choosing Meditation Over Despair
- After a tough period post-college, Daniel took a risk and moved to live at a meditation center for a year and a half.
- This choice shifted his life path profoundly, breaking him free from predictable but unfulfilling options.