Taylor Barratt and Ethan Kobayashi discuss their new course 'Self as Instrument Development', focusing on skills like dialogue, imagination, mindfulness, and embodiment. They emphasize cultivating individual agency and extending it to serve and lead others virtuously. They explore the concepts of 'Spire', responsible service, optimal grip in learning, and their plans to inform people about their projects and events.

In this podcast, John Vervaeke discusses various topics with guests, including Phillip S. Cary, Taylor Barratt, Peter Limberg, and Guy Sengst. They explore the dimensions of dialectic, self-knowledge, and aspiration. They discuss the concept of self and its interconnectedness with the dialogical, rational, imaginal, and aspirational aspects. The podcast also delves into the philosophy of illumination, the role of light in creating intelligibility, and Socratic questioning in Plato's dialogues. They also explore the meanings of "al-Afea" and phenomenon, as well as the concept of orientation and perspectives.

Join Guy Sengstock, co-founder of Circling, Christopher Mastropietro, co-author of "Zombies in Western Culture," and Taylor Barratt, an authentic relating practitioner, as they delve into the transformative practice of circling. They explore the intricate relationship between mindfulness and intimacy, discussing how these practices can lead to a deeper understanding of the self and collective connection. Their conversation touches on the importance of openness and authenticity, as well as navigating the complexities of collaborative dynamics in fostering meaningful dialogues.