

619: Raghu Markus
15 snips Jun 8, 2024
Raghu Markus, who introduced Duncan to Ram Dass, reunites with him on the podcast. They discuss collaboration on an audiobook, the significance of therapy, embracing all emotions for personal growth, encountering Garchan Rinpoche, and the transformative power of authenticity and empathy.
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Disney World Hotel Review Debacle
- Duncan discusses a TikTok clip where he critiqued a Disney World hotel review.
- The comments were filled with defensiveness, especially from men enamored with the reviewer.
Mistaking the Experience for the Activity
- People often mistake the experience of bliss (ananda) for the activity that triggers it.
- This can lead to addiction as they chase the initial high.
Rediscovering Childlike Wonder
- Embrace childlike wonder and believe that underlying bliss is still accessible.
- This requires courage because growing up often involves disillusionment.