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Finding Radical Wholeness With a Modern-Day Master - Ken Wilber : 1074

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Aug 1, 2023

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Ken Wilber

Ken Wilber, a renowned philosopher and author known for his integral theory, explores radical wholeness and our connection to the universe. He shares his unique experiences of unity and discusses how advanced technologies like brain stimulation can enhance our consciousness. The conversation dives into the significance of oneness in spirituality, examining personal meditation journeys and the transformative power of these insights. Wilber also reflects on the interplay between quantum physics and consciousness, offering a fresh perspective on reality and existence.

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ANECDOTE

Unintentional Theta State

While assembling an EEG, Ken Wilber's focus induced a deep theta state before even using it.
This demonstrated the power of concentrated, meditative awareness.

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INSIGHT

Intentional Theta State

The intentional theta state is a deep, formless state, distinct from dreamy or traumatized theta.
It's associated with downloading information and inner knowingness.

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INSIGHT

Shunyata and Nagarjuna

Nagarjuna, a key figure in Mahayana Buddhism, emphasized "Shunyata," or emptiness.
He argued ultimate reality cannot be defined, as any definition leads to contradiction.

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Our guest today is a legendary thinker, author, and philosopher. Ken Wilber has spent decades understanding how humans are all interconnected with each other, decoding through dozens of beautifully written books, how we fit into the greater, massive, picture that is the expanding universe. He's an absolute pioneer, a visionary, and that barely scratches the surface of his work.

He joins Dave to outline his newest book—Finding Radical Wholeness: The Integral Path to Unity, Growth, and Delights—and offers up a supporting stream of consciousness which rivals any that you’d find, on any podcast, in depth of insight and emotional impact. His words resonate with a truth and wonder which will leave you inspired from beginning to end, and well beyond.

00:00:38 — Finding Radical Wholeness with Ken Wilber

• Ken Wilber’s Amazon Author Page

• Different ways to explain the general ideas of the world

• Read: Finding Radical Wholeness: The Integral Path to Unity, Growth, and Delights

• Achieving wholeness in our day-to-day

• Ken’s first experience of wholeness with the universe

• Does a dog have Buddha-nature?

• Studying the work of D.T. Suzuki as a young boy

• Read: Essays in Zen Buddhism by D.T. Suzuki

• Oneness experiences as the core of spirituality

• Considering satori as the most precious gift that humankind has

00:18:09 — The Roles Biohacking & Brain Stimulation Play in Unity Experiences