In an interview, Dr. Michael Egnor discusses the limitations of materialism in explaining consciousness and the nature of reality. He argues that materialism, which posits that everything can be explained by physical processes, fails to account for the subjective experiences of consciousness and the existence of free will. Egnor emphasizes […]
Evolution of Consciousness
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Peter Godfrey-Smith’s article, “Living on Earth,” serves as the conclusion to his trilogy exploring the evolution of intelligence across species, building on the themes introduced in his previous works, including Other Minds. In this piece, he emphasizes the role of living organisms as active agents that shape their environments, rather than […]
The article discusses how neuroscience is shedding light on spiritual experiences, with neurotheologist Dr. Andrew Newberg explaining that while there is no single “spiritual” part of the brain, these experiences involve complex interactions between various brain regions that typically don’t occur in the same way. Newberg notes that while spontaneous […]
The article discusses Global Social Witnessing (GSW), a practice that enhances our capacity to witness and engage with traumatic global events mindfully and compassionately. In an age where social media and the internet allow for real-time exposure to violence and conflict, individuals often experience overwhelm, desensitization, and compassion fatigue. GSW […]
In this 2005 article for Shift Magazine, physician Betsy MacGregor relates her experience in the field. MacGregor’s experience is a premonition of the 9/11 events and how a “letting go” of the physical existence may have been for the thousands of souls who perished with the Twin Towers. Editor’s Note: […]
The article discusses the perspective of physicist Roger Penrose on consciousness, proposing that it exists beyond the realm of computable physics. Penrose argues that the human mind operates on principles not reducible to algorithms, suggesting that consciousness involves processes that transcend conventional computational models. He posits that quantum mechanics may […]
The article explores the concept of human consciousness and its development, suggesting that consciousness may begin to emerge before birth and continue to evolve after birth. It discusses research indicating that fetuses exhibit behaviors suggesting awareness and responsiveness to stimuli in the womb. Additionally, the article suggests that environmental factors […]
“The Intelligent Plant,” an article from The New Yorker, delves into the fascinating realm of plant intelligence. It explores the work of researchers who challenge traditional views of plants as passive organisms by demonstrating their capacity for communication, learning, and memory. The article discusses experiments indicating that plants can detect […]
This article reports on the results of a recent study conducted by researchers from Aalto University in Finland which aims to map how people experience 27 different types of love. The goal of the research was to answer the following questions: The research discovered that different types of love manifest […]
The conversation revolved around personal experiences and perspectives on the nature of reality, the unknown, and the interconnectedness of all things. Speakers shared their experiences of traumatic events, out-of-body experiences, and conversations with loved ones, while others discussed the potential for instant communication through entanglement and the role of intention […]
The article presents fascinating research challenging conventional notions of cognition by suggesting that even simple cells possess problem-solving capabilities akin to those observed in more complex organisms. This research, conducted by scientists at the University of Paris, highlights the remarkable adaptability and intelligence of single-celled organisms like yeast. By demonstrating […]
The article on music evoking similar emotions and bodily sensations across cultures sheds light on the universality of musical experiences. By analyzing data from over 80,000 listeners across 60 countries, researchers discovered that despite cultural differences, people from diverse backgrounds consistently associate similar emotions and bodily sensations with specific musical […]