The Myths That Make Us

The podcast discusses the Shimmer Effect and its impact on individuals, offering an assessment to understand its effects. It also introduces the Dharma Artist Collective, a community aimed at enhancing focus and artistic skills. The episode explores the symbolic meaning of the Shimmer and techniques for navigating it, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and awareness in the digital world.

Explore the Shimmer Effect and Dharma Artist Collective in this podcast episode. Discover the transformative power of purging experiences and interpretation of dreams. Dive into the creation of mythic symbols and the symbolism of the Shimmer.

Legendary poet Mary Oliver discusses the significance of solitude in creative work, the challenges of distractions, and the importance of nurturing one's creative power for optimal artistic expression.

Explore the transformative power of paradigm shifts throughout history. Learn about Dharma sprints to enhance focus and connectivity. Discover how 'death cookies' can help you fulfill your potential and embrace personal growth. Face challenges for healing and growth.

Embark on a journey to a temple filled with memories, trials, and reflections. Unveil themes of perseverance, mortality, and self-discovery through the guardians at the gate.

Explore the challenges of attention and concentration in meditation, debunk the myth of multitasking, and learn about the Four Faces of Mara. Discover the importance of meditation in improving executive functioning and overcoming human suffering.

Exploring the modern mythic symbol of the Shimmer as the internet, its impact on mental health, attention dynamics, and the transformative power of intentional internet use. Delving into the rise of social media and its effects on society, with a focus on conscious artistry and navigating technology for a more connected future.

Sam Best discusses childhood memories, struggles with performance and love, and insights on aligning with the ultimate good. Topics include embracing magic and dreams, choosing personal happiness over external expectations, journey to healing and self-discovery, exploring trauma and somatics in healthcare training, exploring reincarnation, and deep dive into Buddhist practices.

Exploring dreams, myths, and symbols in human psyche. Origin story of 'Annihilation' movie. The concept of the shimmer as an alien force. Phone addiction patterns and techniques to cultivate awareness. Emphasis on focus and connection in today's troubled world.

Mark Hanf, passionate about Buckminster Fuller's work, explores the Hero's Journey, radical responsibility, and connections with the world. He discusses evolving beyond hero archetypes, Buckminster Fuller's visionary designs, transformative resilience, Saturn return, embracing responsibility, divine intelligence, and the power of music in creating coherence.