Mayim Bialik's Breakdown Are Transcendental Experiences Proof of God? Dr. James B. Glattfelder on Consciousness, Spiritually & The Amazing Intelligence of the Universe
Oct 3, 2025
Dr. James B. Glattfelder, a complexity scientist and physicist, explores the intersections of consciousness and spirituality. He questions whether alien contact during DMT trips might represent a deeper connection to a collective consciousness. Discussing the limitations of modern physics and the importance of metaphysical perspectives, he shares insights about accessing non-ordinary states of awareness. He emphasizes the benefits of responsible psychedelic use, urges mindfulness in spiritual exploration, and connects ancient practices to contemporary consciousness research.
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Science Alone Creates A Meaning Crisis
- Physicalist reductionism leaves a crisis of meaning because it treats most of the universe as unknown and purposeless.
- James Glattfelder argues we need a metaphysical re-evaluation to re-enchant reality and restore purpose.
Quantum Weirdness Demands Metaphysics
- Quantum pioneers exposed that reality at its fundamental level behaves incoherently and resists commonsense description.
- This forces a metaphysical rethink where consciousness could be more fundamental than matter.
Make Consciousness The Fundamental Frame
- Declaring consciousness fundamental reframes the hard problem and offers alternative explanatory pathways.
- Glattfelder says idealism is hard to grasp rationally but can be approached experientially.
