EP 272 — Dr. Marc Gafni — Exploring the Self

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Dec 19, 2023

Explore the concept of self and be prepared to tackle the three most important questions any human being has to answer with Dr. Marc Gafni, expert in cosmo-erotic humanism. They discuss the importance of understanding the self, the separate self versus the unique self, and the value of recognizing and appreciating each other's unique abilities. They also touch on the importance of self-connection in parenting, communication and authenticity, and the need to challenge dogmatic materialism in order to embrace intrinsic meaning. Delve into the concept of archetypes and the self, as well as the interplay between internal experiences and external manifestations. Express gratitude and encouragement for action.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

The Importance of Understanding the Self

02:14 • 22min

Universal Grammar of Value in Response to the Medical Crisis

23:48 • 5min

Exploring the Concept of the Self and its Levels of Experience

28:50 • 12min

The Unique Self and the Nature of Reality

40:33 • 13min

Recognizing and Appreciating Unique Abilities

53:29 • 5min

The Importance of Self-Connection in Parenting

58:10 • 20min

Communication, Choice, and Authenticity

01:18:03 • 5min

Challenging Dogmatic Materialism and Embracing Intrinsic Meaning

01:22:59 • 2min

The Importance of Opposing Viewpoints and Challenges for Personal Growth

01:25:21 • 19min

Exploring the Self Through Sports

01:44:17 • 5min

Acting Against Self-Interest and Navigating Chaos

01:49:23 • 4min

Archetypes and the Self

01:53:33 • 18min

Exploring Non-Dual States and the Concept of Myth

02:11:58 • 6min

Benefits of Paleo Valley's Bone Broth Protein & Understanding the Self

02:17:37 • 4min

The Interplay Between Interiors and Exteriors

02:21:57 • 16min

Expressing Gratitude and Encouraging Action

02:38:26 • 6min

The state of our world is in such a fragile place right now, which means it’s up to all of us to step up to the plate and do our part to make it better. You can’t be that agent of change, however, if you don’t know your self…

Explore the concept of self and be prepared to tackle the three most important questions any human being has to answer as Dr. Marc Gafni returns for another deep dive into cosmo-erotic humanism in this Living 4D conversation.

Learn more about Marc’s work on his website where you can register for his free, weekly Evolutionary Sensemaking program Sundays at 10 a.m. Western Time/1 p.m. Eastern Time and receive Chapters 1-4 of his book, Your Unique Self: The Radical Path to Personal Enlightenment, for free. Take Marc’s Unique Self mini-course that’s also free.

Check out Marc on many social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Timestamps

The most important questions a human being has to answer. (4:14)
“If we don’t get this right, we’re going to go extinct.” (10:15)
The second simplicity. (18:41)
The separate self is a puzzle piece. (32:18)
Your unique self. (40:23)
Uniqueness: The currency of connection. (52:57)
“God is an ultimate wholeness…” (59:09)
Evolutionary unique self. (1:11:33)
“My unique self is my unique eros.” (1:33:11)
The self as an archetype. (1:53:26)
Your storyline. (2:10:44)
One of the mysteries of reality. (2:20:37)
Certainty and uncertainty: Values of the cosmos. (2:27:59)
The other door in the self. (2:35:28)

Resources

Self in Integral Evolutionary Mysticism by Dr. Marc Gafni
The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco
Paul’s Living 4D conversation with Nir Eyal
Soul Prints: Your Path to Fulfillment by Dr. Marc Gafni
The Erotic and The Holy by Dr. Marc Gafni
Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products by Nir Eyal

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