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Andrew Sweeny and Tom Amarque on the The Parallax View

In conversation with Dr. Marc Gafni, a renowned teacher and author on evolutionary spirituality, listeners explore transformative concepts in modern intimacy. Gafni delves into the roles of Role Mates, Soul Mates, and Whole Mates, rethinking traditional relationship frameworks. The interplay of Shakti and Shiva illustrates creative and stabilizing forces within connections, while discussions on devotion and love’s complexities reveal deeper emotional layers. With a nod to Rumi, the conversation advocates for authenticity and kindness in love, challenging conventional norms.

What is believing?

Cordula, Andrew and Tom enter the feminine mystique

Escaping the Matrix

Is religion the solution for philosophical problems?

About Bullfighting, meaning-making, the secret to covid, and the most human of rituals

Iconoclasm, anybody?

Join Andrew and Cordula as they delve into the enigmatic archetype of the Fool. What does it mean to embrace the Fool's energy, and how can we navigate the delicate balance between freedom and responsibility?In this conversation, Andrew and Cordula explore:* The Nature of the Fool: From the earthy, Crazy Wisdom figure of the Marseilles Tarot to the more whimsical interpretations, they discuss the diverse facets of this archetype.* The Fool's Journey: How does one transition from naive innocence to mature wisdom? They examine the pitfalls and potentials of embracing the Fool's path.* Freedom and Responsibility: Can the Fool find balance? They discuss the importance of grounding, boundaries, and the integration of work and love in a meaningful life.* Personal Anecdotes: Hear stories of their own experiences with the Fool's energy, from bohemian nights in Paris to the challenges of parenthood.* Archetypes and Growth: How can we harness the Fool's energy to foster personal growth and resilience? They draw on examples from literature, art, and personal experience.* The importance of "taming" the fox, and what that means in relationships.* The difference between the immature and mature fool.* The importance of moving from the fool, to the magician.Timestamps:* 0:00 - Introduction to Parallax View and Cordula* 1:09 - Cordula's introduction and the Fool's night in Paris* 4:17 - What is the Fool?* 6:26 - Navigating naivety and wisdom* 12:15 - The impact of parenthood on the Fool's journey* 16:46 - Invoking the Fool's energy* 20:01 - The Fool's freedom and the cost of it* 26:35 - The mature Fool and finding a map* 30:15 - Moving from the Fool to the Magician* 33:26 - Taming the fox and the Little Prince* 37:35 - Creating Boundaries for the FoolConnect with Parallax:*https://www.parallax-media.com/the-parallax-view#ParallaxView #TheFool #Archetypes #PersonalGrowth #Wisdom #Spirituality #Tarot #Philosophy```

Bellumgenesis, or the cultural/memetic progression of and towards war. Also, the spectrum of peace/war: We are culturally never fully at peace, nor never fully at war, we are always inbetween. It implies that we are not aware how present behaviour escalates and deescalates war, or: we don´t know which behaviours escalates war and peace.