Shamil Chandaria

In a fascinating dialogue, Shamil Chandaria, a neuroscientist and meditation teacher, delves into the convergence of neuroscience and nondual philosophy. He discusses his course, Rewiring Your Reality, unpacking how our brains construct experience through predictive processing. Topics also include AI’s potential for consciousness, the nature of awakening, and whether the universe is evolving toward greater self-awareness. Shamil emphasizes the importance of embracing all experiences and maintaining ethical considerations in the age of AI.

Dr. Shamil Chandaria, a seasoned researcher at Oxford specializing in consciousness and meditation, shares his insights on utilizing the energy body for awakening. He discusses joyful practices that blend shamatha and vipassana for deeper awareness and emotional self-liberation. Shamil emphasizes the importance of bodily awareness, using techniques like auto-vipassana to effortlessly digest emotions. He advocates for daily practice and the role of contraction as an opportunity for mindfulness. His approach merges ancient contemplative traditions with modern neuroscience, making the journey both enlightening and accessible.