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Team Human

John Oakes

Mar 14, 2024
40:13
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John Oakes discusses history and biology of fasting at his book launch event in NYC. Topics include the transformative effects of fasting, extreme diet claims, and the politics and ethics of fasting. The conversation also explores Beckett's influence on the guest's work and personal journey with fasting.
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Quick takeaways

  • Fasting promotes self-reflection and breaks from routine, fostering insightful considerations.
  • Fasting serves as a pathway to unity, compassion, and community bonds, transcending consumerist norms.

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Fasting: A Path to Self-Discovery

Fasting unveils a transformative journey, prompting individuals to uncover empowering experiences. Delving into the history of fasting, it reflects a mix of philosophy and bodily impacts, intriguingly linking to diverse religious fasting traditions. Embracing fasting can lead to reflection on past sins and self-abundance, emphasizing a break from automatic routines for insightful considerations.

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