Dr. John Vervaeke

Dr. John Vervaeke and his colleagues introduce "Awaken to Meaning," an online platform for wisdom cultivation and self-improvement. They discuss the purpose and offerings of their dojo, emphasizing practical application, transformative impact, and maintaining accessibility. They express gratitude to patrons and invite listeners to contribute and engage with their practices. They explore their approach to religion, highlighting their work's benefits for all individuals. Encouraging participation, they express excitement for future interaction with listeners.

Dr. John Vervaeke and Gregg Henriques challenge prevailing notions about science, spirituality, and their intricate relationship in this first episode of the new series entitled: Transcendent Naturalism. They embark on a journey through modern worldviews, diving into concepts such as reductionism, the Cartesian divide, and the tension between objective and subjective understanding. This dialogue brings out the complexity of reconciling quantum mechanics and relativity, the prevalent models that rob human beings of meaning and wisdom, and the importance of transcendence. Furthermore, the discourse touches on extended naturalism, the critique of reductionism, and the groundbreaking concept of energy information singularity. Dr. Vervaeke and Henriques shed light on meta-arguments, the relevance of convergence in argumentation, the depth of transjectivity, and the vast expanse of collective intelligence. They also explore the concepts of abstraction, self-organization, and the interplay of causality and constraints. Top 15 Moments: 00:00:00: Dr. John Vervaeke introduces the new series "Transcendent Naturalism," a bridge between science and spirituality. 00:01:36: Gregg Henriques underscores the significance of understanding meaning-making and its relevance today. 00:04:56: Dr. Vervaeke highlights the tension between science and spirituality in contemporary culture. 00:07:34: Dr. Vervaeke explores the idea of reductionism within the hard sciences. 00:10:33: The discussion dives into the implications of the subjective-objective divide. 00:15:30: Dr. Vervaeke speaks on the prevalent models depriving human beings of meaning and wisdom. 00:18:40: The purpose of the series is presented, aiming to help listeners transcend their intellectual straitjackets. 00:22:41: Dr. Vervaeke emphasizes the need for a broader understanding of the psyche's grip on reality. 00:23:30 Introduction of the concept of extended naturalism, suggesting that our understanding of reality isn't limited to what's derivable from hard sciences but also includes what these sciences presuppose. 00:30:24: The discourse moves to a conformity theory of knowing, the idea of reality not being flat land, and the need for a leveled ontology. 00:45:16: Gregg Henriques discusses the role of abstraction in communication. 00:59:53: Dr. Vervaeke introduces the concept of reality being layered in a bottom-up emergence and top-down emanation. 01:06:40: Conformity theory: how the principles governing the mind and the world mutually participate in the same governing principles. 01:09:20: Transjectivity: a deeper relationship than subjectivity and objectivity, which is necessary for knowledge and truth.  01:15:39: The power of collective intelligence in problem-solving and understanding complex concepts is explored. 01:18:27: Dr. Vervaeke and Gregg Henriques discuss their converging ideas and the importance of ongoing dialogue. 01:23:40: Gregg Henriques discusses the concept of transjectivity and its application to his key concepts. Resources Mentioned: Books A New Synthesis for Solving the Problem of Psychology: Addressing the Enlightenment Gap - Gregg Henriques   Aspects of Truth: A New Religious Metaphysics - Catherine Pickstock Fifth Business - Robertson Davies Essential Difference: Toward a Metaphysics of Emergence - James Blachowicz  Dynamics in Action: Intentional Behavior as a Complex System | Context Changes Everything: How Constraints Create Coherence - Alicia Juarrero Mind in Life: Biology, Phenomenology, and the Sciences of Mind - Evan Thompson Magic and Mysticism: An Introduction to Western Esoteric Traditions - Arthur Versluis Videos Dr. John Vervaeke Awakening from the Meaning Crisis  Neoplatonism and the Path of Transformation  Artificial Intelligence Circling into Dialogos The Meaning Code Wolfgang Smith & John Vervaeke: a Dialogos on Turning Toward a Science Grounded in Platonism People Ned Block Erik Hoel Michael Levin D. C. Schindler Wolfgang Smith Sir Karl Friston  Heidegger Roy Bhaskar  Miscellaneous UTOK Archdisciplinary Research Center (ARC) Gödel's incompleteness theorems Russell’s Paradox Dan Chiappe, John Vervaeke: The Experience of Presence in the Mars Exploration Rover Mission Distributed Cognition and the Experience of Presence in the Mars Exploration Rover Mission The Enactment of Shared Agency in Teams Exploring Mars Through Rovers J.J. Gibson – Affordances

Philosopher DC Schindler and relationship expert Ken Lowry join John Vervaeke to discuss the nature of love, exploring topics such as Heidegger's concept of fatigue, Dionysius' understanding of causality, and the paradoxical nature of love. They also delve into the connection between love and transcendence, highlighting the transformative power of certain experiences like changing a baby's diaper. The urgency of integrating the iconic tradition into current challenges is emphasized.

Explore the power of storytelling in fostering connection and philosophical fellowship. Learn about an upcoming workshop focused on practical exercises like mindfulness and dialectic. Guest discusses their journey in book publishing and the importance of meaning-making. Discover how to engage the audience through curiosity and emotions. Embrace the writing process and continuous learning. Explore the transformative power of storytelling through Muhammad Ali's resilience. Courage and facing loss are key to creating impactful stories. Analyze masterworks like The Matrix to wake up from societal issues.

In this thought-provoking episode of Voices with Vervaeke, host John Vervaeke is joined by Johannes Niederhauser, a philosopher with a focus on Heidegger's philosophy of technology, and Sean McFadden, a physicist and neuroengineer with interests in the philosophy of mathematics, science, and technology. Together, they discuss the possibilities and limitations of artificial intelligence, the nature of consciousness, the ethical implications of AI development, and the potential impact of AI on society. The conversation delves into the challenges of implementing consciousness in machines, the importance of relevance realization, autopoiesis, and the role of AI in human rationality and wisdom. Sean is teaching a course on the Philosophy of the Machine seminars for which begin May 14th. You can enrol here https://halkyonacademy.teachable.com/p/philosophy-of-the-machine If you found this content engaging, please consider joining our Patreon to continue supporting our work - www.patreon.com/johnvervaeke -- Time-Codes: 00:00 Introduction and Guests' Backgrounds 02:34 Heidegger's Philosophy of Technology 03:43 Hopes and Fears in AI Development 09:03 Implementing Consciousness in Machines 15:15 Relevance Realization and Autopoiesis 30:06 Self-deception in AI 37:14 Trade-offs in AI Development 44:09 Rationality and Spiritual Dimensions of AI 59:11 Real Moral Agency and Cultural Matrix 1:07:00 The Morality of Building Silicon Sages 1:14:00 The Potential of Machines to Exceed Human Intelligence 1:18:00 The Virtue of Machines 1:21:00 AI Trajectory and Ethics 1:29:00 Understanding Animal Intelligence

In today's Voices with Vervaeke episode, Dr. Vervaeke is joined by the Executive Director of the Vervaeke Foundation, Ryan Barton. Ryan offers a rigorous and intentional response to John's AI Video Essay (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-_RdKiDbz4) coming from a Christian perspective. Ryan proposes that rather than Christian theology being "unprepared" for the coming kairos, it is possible that the Christian way may in fact be one of the greatest frameworks of guidelines as we tackle humanity's newest threat.  If you enjoy this video, please consider joining our Patreon, the most direct way to support the continuation of our efforts towards creating solutions to the meaning crisis - www.patreon.com/johnvervaeke