Parallax The Alchemy of UTOK, with Dr. Gregg Henriques
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Oct 18, 2024 
Dr. Gregg Henriques, author of 'UTOK - The Unified Theory of Knowledge', explores fascinating intersections of science, philosophy, and psychology. He discusses alchemy's role in merging diverse ideas for deeper understanding. The conversation dives into political biases and their influence on perception, advocating for self-awareness in discourse. Henriques critiques traditional psychological models, suggesting a new approach to consciousness. Plus, he reflects on the challenges of making complex theories accessible to a wider audience.
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UTOK: A Consilient Alchemy
- UTOK aims to be a consilient theory, integrating diverse perspectives for coherence.
- It bridges human archetypes, cultural paradigms, and science, like meta-modern alchemy.
Occult Book Design
- Henriques' book's design evokes occult and alchemic texts, using symbols like the coin and tree of knowledge.
- This playfully mirrors historical attempts to present unified visions of the universe.
UTOK's Stoned Origins
- Henriques conceived the initial framework for UTOK while under the influence of marijuana.
- He emphasizes following his intuition and then using analysis to refine these insights.