In this lively discussion, Sebene Selassie, a meditation teacher and author, joins Jeff Warren, co-author of a book for those skeptical of meditation. They dive into the enchantment of spirituality and personal growth, sharing personal tattoos that signify their meditation journeys. The conversation explores intuition, the balance between effort and ease in creativity, and the intriguing concept of binaural beats for mental well-being. They also touch on the interplay of astrology and storytelling, enhancing understanding of human nature.
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Ignoring Intuition
Dan Harris's body gave him signals before discovering his girlfriend's infidelity.
He felt sick and off but ignored it, highlighting how the body communicates intuitively.
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Intuition and the Gut
Intuition may not be mystical; the gut, connected to the brain via neurons, might hold knowledge.
This challenges the separation between gut feelings and rational thought.
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Two Levels of Mystery
Jeff Warren discusses two levels of mystery: integrating self and world, and the "God level."
The latter involves meaningful interactions with reality and intentions affecting the world.
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In 'Tattoos on the Heart', Father Gregory Boyle shares his experiences and insights from thirty years of working with gang members in Los Angeles. The book is a collection of parables that highlight the importance of kinship, redemption, and boundless compassion. Boyle founded Homeboy Industries, a gang-intervention, rehabilitation, and reentry program, and his stories reflect his commitment to helping young people escape gang life and find a path to self-respect and dignity. The book emphasizes the power of unconditional love, faith, and the importance of treating all individuals with respect and kindness, regardless of their background[1][3][5].
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Welcome to the third installment of Meditation Party, an experiment we’re running with a chattier format – more of a morning zoo vibe, but way deeper, of course. Dan’s co-hosts in this episode are his two close friends: the great meditation teachers Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren. Sebene Selassie is based in Brooklyn and describes herself as a “writer, teacher, and immigrant-weirdo.” She teaches meditation on the Ten Percent Happier app and is the author of a great book called, You Belong. Jeff Warren is based in Toronto and is also a writer and meditation teacher who co-wrote the book, Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics with Dan Harris. Jeff also hosts the Consciousness Explorers podcast.
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