Dr. John Vervaeke Ep. 1 - Awakening from the Meaning Crisis - Introduction
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Feb 1, 2023 Introduction to the podcast series and the convergence of Buddhism and cognitive science. The hunger for wisdom and ways to fulfill it, such as stoicism. The significance of the upper Paleolithic Transition and the evolution of meaning. Adapting to climate change and interacting with strangers. The role of initiation rituals and shamanism in cognitive enhancement. Limitations of finding patterns and disrupting framing through shamanism. Enhancing cognition and the placebo effect.
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The Meaning Crisis
- Our culture is experiencing a profound meaning crisis.
- This crisis interacts with the environmental, socioeconomic, and mental health crises.
Evolution of Meaning
- The meaning crisis has deep roots in human evolution.
- It's tied to meaning-making, a crucial aspect of human development.
Upper Paleolithic Transition
- The Upper Paleolithic Transition (40,000 BCE) marks a shift in human behavior.
- Humans began creating art, music, and developing advanced cognition.