In this episode, Kai, The Tortured Orator discusses what the purpose of a depressive state of being in regards to one's mental evolution. Could depression be a necessary part of human growth and development. What can we learn from these states of mind and how can we overcome them and work with them to grow as eternal minds. The truth lies in destroying the negative connotation behind the word depression and changing your thinking. The Tortured Orator also performs his poem "Remember Me" and gives a brief artists statement on the piece.

What is the true way to attain enlightment? Who should you believe? Who can you trust? Are the New Age gurus honest? Do they wish to educate the public and inspire others to lead their own journeys to self discovery? Or are gurus filling people's heads with flowery thoughts that "feel good" and "sound good" while leaving people oblivious of the true meaning inscribed in existence and thus abandoning their minds in the dark clouds of ignorance? In this episode we discuss the uncomfortable truth about spirituality and enlightenment. The uncomfortable truth is that your need to think to attain a higher level of conscious enlightenment. Only you can do it. Thinking and questioning elevates your soul not meditation. We feature a guest on the podcast, her name is Xochil, previously known as Shannon. She tells us of her heritage as a Mexican and her native American inspiration which led to her choice in a new name. We also discuss her past experiences within a New Age community of people and how it hindered her inner growth rather than aided in it. We reference philosophers such as Hegel and their criqtues on the matter in a modern way. This is another episode of a weekly series. We will feature my poetry, poetry of others, philosophical discussion, psychological discussion, and mathematical discussion really no topic is safe. I will even bring in various guests.

I hope to create an interactive community with you all thanks for turning in.

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We discuss the truth about Karma: Do you know the roots of this metaphysical phenomena? For most of us it's sheer luck. When we find ourselves in a situation that "could have been worse" or find a $20 dollar bill on the ground or in our pocket when our bank accounts were overdrawn and bellies rumbling. Listen to the words of this poet as he talks through understanding some of the uncomfortable truths of reality. This is the Pilot Episode of "Logical Poet: Poetry and Uncomfortable Truths" a weekly series. We will feature my poetry, the poetry of others, philosophical discussion, psychological discussion, and mathematical discussion truly no topic is safe. I will even bring in guests.

I hope to create an interactive community with you all, I hope you enjoy tuning in.