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In this collection, Alan Watts displays the intelligence, playfulness of thought, and simplicity of language that has made him so perennially popular as an interpreter of Eastern thought for Westerners. He draws on a variety of religious traditions, and covers topics such as the challenge of seeing one's life “just as it is,” the Taoist approach to harmonious living, the limits of language in the face of ineffable spiritual truth, and the psychological symbolism of Christian thought.

Socrates is the quintessential Athenian philosopher, the source of the entire Western philosophical tradition, and Godfather to the Stoics. He spent his life teaching practical philosophy to ordinary people in the streets of Athens, yet few people today are familiar with the wisdom he has to offer us.

In We Who Wrestle with God, Jordan Peterson guides us through the ancient, foundational stories of the Western world, analyzing the Biblical accounts of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering and triumph that stabilize, inspire and unite us, culturally and psychologically.

In Then I Am Myself the World, Christof Koch explores the only thing we directly experience: consciousness. At the book's heart is integrated-information theory, the idea that the essence of consciousness is the ability to exert causal power over itself, to be an agent of change. Koch investigates the physical origins of consciousness in the brain and how this knowledge can be used to measure consciousness in natural and artificial systems.

The important work of human and cultural understanding has been nested in thorny political agendas that often don’t invite healthy exchange. Rather than feed into the political divide, Dr. Kyle Reyes presents an approach to understanding differences that prioritizes humanity. Personal growth and transformation come from honest reflection and self-analysis. In Lenses of Humanity, Dr. Reyes illustrates how we can improve and develop more human understanding, embrace humane practices, and find deeper connections across differences.

"Consciousness is what makes the mind-body problem really intractable." So begins Thomas Nagel's classic 1974 essay "What is it Like to be a Bat?" Nagel's essay initiated the now widespread attention to consciousness as a central problem for philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience; it also influenced the recognition of the consciousness of nonhuman creatures as an important subject of study.

25-year veteran executive coach, Dr Martin Kettelhut challenges long-held beliefs about leadership in his groundbreaking book, "Leadership as Relation." Traditionally, we've viewed leaders as inherently different - equipped with unique styles and traits. However, this perspective overlooks a crucial aspect: leadership is not a solo endeavor; it’s a shared, evolving journey. Dr. Kettelhut demonstrates that the crisis in modern leadership - characterized by disconnection, disproportionate responsibility, and corrupt agendas - stems from this outdated individualist viewpoint.

In this captivating memoir, one woman's journey unfolds - from the darkest depths of teenage abuse and addiction to the heights of personal and professional success. Her brave and vivid narrative, skillfully blending laughter and tears, reveals the enduring beauty that can emerge from life's darkest moments. Marked by scars and illuminated by triumphs, this is a gripping listen for anyone who has faced adversity, dared to hope, and believes in the boundless power of redemption.

Divided into short chapters that can be listened to in brief sittings, What Is Stoicism? compiles two millennia of Stoic thought into simple conversational prose.

Every choice is an opportunity for growth and transformation! With insights from spiritual author Story Waters, learn how intentional decisions can shape your reality and propel your personal growth journey toward greater fulfillment. This transformative book encourages you to align your choices with your heart’s desires, leading to a life that resonates with authenticity and purpose. By understanding the intricate relationship between consciousness and choice, you’ll learn how to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. Human by Design provides a roadmap for ...

In "The Willow, the Tortoise, and the Wheel," renowned author and researcher W. Sumner Davis brings his academic rigor and personal journey to explore the disconcerting paradox of our times: the coexistence of unprecedented material prosperity with a pervasive sense of discontentment and despair. Born into a rural farming community in 1960, Davis' early years were fraught with hardship. As a child grappling with undiagnosed Dyslexia and High Functioning Autism, Davis navigated a world of rejection at home and school, which would result in Complex Posttraumatic stress.

What happens when one man dares to bridge worlds? Meet Averroes—philosopher, jurist, and the daring voice of reason who challenged the boundaries between faith and logic, East and West. In Averroism for Beginners: The Intersection of Islam, Philosophy, and the West, discover the untold story of a 12th-century thinker whose ideas ignited revolutions in theology, philosophy, and education. Unlock the secrets of the Double Truth Doctrine, the radical notion that theological and philosophical truths can coexist without contradiction. Explore the unity of intellect, Averroes’ daring claim ...

the Insight podcast is a show in which we will delve deeper into the lives of people and the experiences they've had along the way.

The think piece is centered around the questioning of reality as we know it. Each episode takes you through disciplines such as philosophy, science, art and architecture while presenting perspectives from different minds and societies around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The global phenomenon Stray Kids is attractive for far more than their music -- like many KPOP bands, much of their appeal lies in the themes, storylines, and personas that they portray to us within and outside of their music itself. This podcast is dedicated to breaking down those themes, stories, and archetypes -- as well as assessing the larger cultural context that we experience them in and they experience us in.In a world of decreasing media analysis and media literacy, I invite you to spend some time (over)thinking our favorite 8 millionaires who claim they're homeless runaways.(This is ...

"The Transcendentalist" is an essay by Ralph Waldo Emerson that was first published in 1841. In this work, Emerson defines and reflects on the Transcendentalist movement, a philosophical and literary movement that was influential in the United States in the 19th century. Transcendentalism emphasized the importance of individualism, intuition, and a direct connection to the divine, and rejected the materialism and conformity of contemporary society.

The timeless teachings of Epictetus, one of the greatest Stoic philosophers, are now at your disposal in an updated language, close to your reality. Imagine feeling in control of yourself, no matter what happens around you. That is the essence of stoicism: a life of inner freedom and serenity. Each page will open you to a new way of thinking, teaching you to master your emotions and see challenges as opportunities for personal growth.

A collection of transmissions broadcast into the ether from the self-appointed Least Dangerous DJ in America, JC King, aka Naked Edmund, the VHS Cult Leader. Find out more about the Cult of VHS here: https://vhscultleader.substack.com/

Zenith Zero is where breakthrough discoveries meet the unexplained. Join us at the intersection of verified intelligence and unexplored mysteries, where we push past conventional wisdom to find deeper truths.From declassified intelligence that rewrites history to the digital frontiers reshaping our future, we follow curiosity to its furthest reaches. Here, revolutionary technology collides with age-old mysteries, and official documents unlock new questions.Each episode ventures beyond the obvious, connecting dots across time, technology, and consciousness. Whether we're diving into ...

WarNotes: A Conflict Podcast is an auxiliary to the Chasing Ghosts: An Irregular Warfare Podcast to expand the portfolio of the CG agenda. This podcast will address war in the larger contexts from the rubric of irregular warfare. I'll be inaugurating the new podcast with a series on how to actually change the foundations, context, systems and greater emergence of near-peer/peer conflicts in the 21st century.You are witnessing a Revolution in Military Affairs (RMA) across many fronts to include autonomous targeting, UAS and hyper-sonic munitions among other emerging technology and military ...