Becoming Conscious

In this episode, Andres we delve into the groundbreaking work of Qualia Research Institute (Andres’ core project), uncovering its ambitious principles and goals aimed at understanding the very core of consciousness and suffering. From the quest to grasp the conditions for meaningful existence to the pursuit of reducing extreme suffering and enhancing positive conscious experiences.

We talk about the computational properties of the mind and the nature of joy and suffering. Through the symmetry theory of valence, we decode the underlying patterns that shape our experiences of bliss and suffering. Gain insights into how understanding the texture of experience and fostering pro-social emotions like loving-kindness can lead to profound shifts in well-being.

Whether you're a seasoned explorer of consciousness or a curious newcomer, this episode offers a thought-provoking exploration of the frontiers of human experience. Prepare to expand your understanding of consciousness and uncover the secrets of bliss and suffering with Andres Gomez and the Qualia Research Institute.

In this thought-provoking discussion, political philosopher and metamodern thinker Daniel Görtz offers a radical new lens for making sense of our conflicting modern era. As a leader of "the Nordic school" and co-author of the influential "Hanzi Freinacht" book series, Daniel argues that both traditional and progressive worldviews are ultimately flawed and self-undermining.

He posits that metamodernism can coordinate the legitimate perspectives of traditionalists, mainstream modernity, and the postmodern critics - without simply defaulting to absolutist stances that inevitably alienate and silence others. Daniel unpacks how metamodernism's "sincere irony" and "serious playfulness" allow for the creative leaps needed to transcend modernism's limitations and postmodernism's self-defeating deconstructions.

Drawing from developmental theory and integral thought, he envisions an evolved societal framework that is nevertheless uncompromising in including and negotiating multiple value systems. By taking a "metamodern" approach grounded in nuanced coordination of conflicting perspectives, Daniel offers a timely third way for healing our culture wars and evolving beyond the modern/postmodern deadlock.

In this episode we speak on utilizing strategy in service of deepening our capacity to love, be in relationship, develop virtue and ethical capacities, increase cognitive complexity and increase emotional intelligence. As well as:

* Strategy serves as a defense against the white noise of the digital age, clarifying our purpose in each waking moment.

* It applies to personal facets of life such as emotional, spiritual, and relationship development, rather than just career progression.

* Confronting the smallest fears can lead to a cascade of courage, unlocking doors we once thought impenetrable.

In this episode I speak on how humanity is still enslaved. We’re all selling our souls to a system that none of us can stop. It started before we were born and now the only way to survive in today’s world is to commit your life-force to this machine. What are the implications of this? How does it show up in our lives? What can we do about it? These are all questions I ask in this episode.

In this episode I speak with Danial Garner from the OG Rose duo, and we speak on embodying virtues and engaging in existential preparation is essential for personal growth, effective decision-making, and creating a better world.

Timestamps

* 00:00 Prioritizing the Internal Life

* 11:18 The Conflation of Virtue and Morality

* 25:03 Existential Anxiety & Discernment in Virtue Development

* 33:16 Virtue Training Improves Mental health

* 47:51 Writing and Internal Challenges as Existential Prep

* 56:18 Standing Strong in Face of Criticism

* 01:04:32 Virtue Training As Antidote to Close-Mindedness

* 01:14:34 Truth, Goodness and Beauty

In this episode I speak with Vince Horn about how multiplayer meditation, incorporating AI systems and interpersonal practices, can deepen human connection and create meaningful impact in the world.

Links

https://meditatewith.ai/

vincehorn.space

Timestamps

* 00:00 Multiplayer Meditation

* 15:19 Interpersonal Practices

* 33:41 AI Meditation

* 43:09 Social and Spiritual Impact Through Business

* 55:09 Honoring Spiritual, Social, and Cultural Capital

* 01:10:22 Building Ethical Organizations within Capitalism

* 01:22:38 Meditation through an App

In this episode I speak with Artem Zen and we explore Zen communities of practice, balancing intellect and wisdom, pursuing Truth as our life path, circling practice, shedding attachments, different schools of Buddhism, and deepening into the profundity of the mundane.

Links to Artem’s Projects

Artem’s Youtube Channel

His Website

Elevating Consciousness Podcast on Spotify

Elevating Consciousness on Apple Podcasts

Timestamps

00:00 Zen practice, Monastic Academy

12:14 Psychedelics, Meditation, Awakening

19:20 Radical Experimentation and Finding Buddhist Practice That Works for You

36:23 Daily Meditation, Concentration and Insight Practices, Emotional Layers of Practice

52:23 The Pursuit of Truth

01:04:11 Start with Transformation, Attachment Work, Dropping Stories

01:12:33 Embracing the Unknown, Emptiness, Profundity in the Mundane

In this episode I sit down with Cory Katuna and we talk about how to uncover hidden motives, the choice-point where realize we realize our identity is chosen, how positive feelings relate to higher degrees of truth, and how manipulation is everywhere and what it takes to become conscious of it in ourselves so we can change our behavior and much much more.

Cory on Instagram: @corykatuna

Dan Schmidt is a meditation teacher and has created multiple highly acclaimed documentaries on the topics of Samadhi, Awakening and understanding the world religions.

We speak on the topics of what it takes to release our attachments to self and the stories that we hold, why environments of no escape are so important, psychedelic use to support awakening practice and much more.

Links to Dan’s Work

Awaken the World

Samadhi Part 1

Samadhi Part 2

Samadhi Part 3

Inner Worlds Outer Worlds

Daniel Ingram is a meditation teacher and author of the acclaimed book Mastering the Core Teachings of the Buddha.

We dive into all things impermanence, no self, insight practices, how everything we have ever experienced is a sensation. Thoughts as sensations, emotions as sensations, and learning how to more rapidly be aware of the impermanence of sensations. All in an effort to deepen insights into the nature of self and reality such that we decrease our suffering and get closer to the Truth.

Books Mentiond

Right Concentration by Leigh Brasington

Shifts into Freedom by Loch Kelly

Path of Serenity and Insight

Mindfulness in Plain English

The Path With Heart by Jack Kornfield

Find Daniel On the Web At

Mastering the Core Teachings of the Buddha

firekasina.org

Integrateddaniel.info

theeprc.org

ebenefactors.org

Dharmaoverground.org