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Dr. John Vervaeke

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58 snips
May 17, 2024 • 1h 28min

The Philosophical Silk Road: Exploring the Intersections of Philosophy and Spirituality with Christopher Mastropietro and Andrew Sweeny

Explore the delicate balance between philosophical rigor and spiritual experiences with Christopher Mastropietro and Andrew Sweeny. They discuss love, wisdom, and existential inquiry, blurring boundaries between philosophical inquiry and religious practice. Dive into transformative spiritual journeys, the evolution of Christianity, philosophical intersections, personal growth, and embracing mystery and transformation.
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May 10, 2024 • 1h 15min

The Blind Spot in Perception: Evan Thompson on Cognitive Science, Asian Philosophy, and Mystical Insight

Philosopher Evan Thompson and Dr. John Vervaeke discuss cognitive science, Asian philosophy, and mystical insights. They explore the essence of lived experience, relevance realization, and the nature of reality. The conversation delves into the crisis of meaning, performative contradictions in philosophy, uncovering the blind spot in perception, extended naturalism, modes of knowing, and restoring connection to the natural world.
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May 3, 2024 • 1h 27min

Exploring the Connection Between Wisdom, Love, and the Really Real

Elizabeth Oldfield, advocate for community living, delves into the importance of love and wisdom in our lives. The conversation explores the trivialization of love in modern culture, the value of relational living, and the transformative power of communal practices. Topics also cover psychedelic experiences, spiritual encounters, and the necessity of interconnectedness for personal and societal transformation.
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39 snips
Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 11min

Conversations at the Crossroads of Nature and Wisdom

Kyle Koch from Evolve Move Play discusses integrating dialogical practices in natural settings for personal growth. John Vervaeke explores memory reconstruction and the importance of rituals in shaping future outcomes. They dive into the impact of shared experiences on trust, emotional connections, and navigating a high-tech world with evolvability.
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23 snips
Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 11min

Illuminating the Interplay: Terri Dentry and Aspasia Karageorge on Emotion, Physicality, and the Path to Healing

Terri Dentry and Aspasia Karageorge discuss the intricate relationship between emotions, chronic pain, and healing mechanisms. They explore how pain serves as a defense mechanism, the importance of emotional awareness in therapy, and the transformative potential of Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). The conversation highlights the integration of emotional and physical healing for comprehensive therapy.
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20 snips
Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 6min

Mentoring the Machines: Setting the Course for the Future of Artificial Intelligence

Join John Vervaeke and Shawn Coyne in a deep dive into artificial general intelligence, trust issues, self-deception vulnerabilities, and the importance of a mentorship approach in AI development. Their book 'Mentoring the Machines' advocates for AI alignment with human flourishing, touching on psychology, cognitive science, and existential impacts. Explore the transformative power of AI in shaping humanity's future.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 1h 19min

Dialogues on Transformation: The Journey of Insightful Healing with Terri Dentry and Tim Adalin

Terri Dentry and Tim Adalin discuss insightful healing and transformative growth from chronic pain, emphasizing dialogical practices in personal and collective evolution. They explore the mind-body connection, reclaiming agency in healthcare, career shifts in the digital era, balancing religion and politics, and the need for meaningful dialogue in addressing chronic pain. The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability, relationality, and integrating diverse philosophies for healing and empowerment.
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15 snips
Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 24min

Consciousness, Intelligence, and the Quest for Meaning with Vervaeke, Henriques, Levin, and McSweeny

Experts John Vervaeke, Gregg Henriques, Michael Levin, and Justin McSweeny delve into consciousness, intelligence, and the meaning crisis. They discuss cognitive light cones, relevance realization, mutual modeling, and transformative experiences. The dialogue emphasizes the interconnectedness of self and the world, the importance of diverse forms of intelligence, and the ongoing self-reconstruction process.
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12 snips
Mar 27, 2024 • 1h 30min

Engaging the Imaginal: Kasra Mirzaie on IFS and the Meaning Crisis

Psychotherapist Kasra Mirzaie discusses the cognitive, existential, and spiritual aspects of Internal Family Systems theory, focusing on inner conflicts, dialectic relationship, and mythos. They explore the philosophical dimensions of IFS, integrating it with other therapeutic approaches for self-transcendence and healing.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 1h 31min

Faith in Dialogue: Navigating Complexity and Transformation with Jordan Hall Part 2

Delve into the evolution of Christianity and the limitations of the scientific worldview. Explore relationality and imaginal engagement for spiritual and intellectual growth. Navigate the cultural conflict between religion and science and the importance of deep dialogue for personal and collective transformation.

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