The article delves into the concept of the human energy field, or aura, as an electromagnetic layer reflecting well-being and composed of seven layers connected to chakras, influencing health and relationships. It emphasizes practices like meditation and mindfulness to attune to our energy, identify imbalances, and enhance spiritual well-being. Negative […]
Self Transformation and Lemniscate
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In an age of increasing isolation and reliance on technology, we seem to have lost the ability to grapple with life’s fundamental questions, clinging instead to inadequate formulas promising security and predictability. However, facing challenges like loss and trauma reveals the flaws in these formulas, necessitating a new initiation into […]
The article “Multipolar Traps: Why Good Intentions Aren’t Enough for Systemic Change” explores the concept of multipolar traps, where individual actors, despite recognizing harmful outcomes, are compelled to engage in detrimental behaviors due to competitive pressures and systemic incentives. It argues that merely having good intentions is insufficient for enacting […]
The article discusses the potential of collective meditation, specifically Transcendental Meditation (TM), as a powerful tool for conflict resolution and societal improvement. Dr. Tony Nader outlines evidence from various studies showing that large groups practicing TM can significantly reduce violence and improve quality of life in their surroundings, citing successful […]
The article discusses the importance of self-love and integration of the self in overcoming chronic anxiety and inner turmoil, which the author attributes to a societal trend of self-hatred exacerbated by cultural and religious teachings. It references Michael Leunig’s artwork “Heartscape” to illustrate the concept of internal warfare that many […]
The article explores ten critical moments when it is advisable to trust your intuition, highlighting the psychological insights behind gut feelings. It suggests that intuition can be particularly valuable when making difficult decisions, sensing danger, meeting new people, feeling off-balance, interpreting dreams, dealing with loss, recognizing when it’s time to […]
The article below discusses the significant impact of awe on mental and physical well-being, emphasizing its role as a vital emotional experience that can enhance happiness, kindness, and social connections. Citing neuroscience research, it highlights how awe—defined by psychologist Dacher Keltner as a reaction to vast and mysterious phenomena—acts like […]
The article discusses a “crisis of imagination” in contemporary society, where many individuals accept existing systems—government, politics, and economics—as the best possible solutions to global challenges, despite their evident flaws. It argues that this mindset stifles creativity and prevents exploration of alternative social designs. The author highlights the influence of […]
The article from Aeon discusses the historical context and implications of the Varna system in India, mainly through the lens of Mahatma Gandhi’s vision for empowering workers. It critiques the rigid caste hierarchies that have traditionally defined social roles and argues for a reinterpretation of the Varna system that emphasizes […]
The article explores the influence of Blackfoot culture on Abraham Maslow’s theories, particularly his Hierarchy of Needs. It highlights Maslow’s transformative experience during his time with the Siksika people in 1938, where he observed a community characterized by cooperation, generosity, and high levels of life satisfaction, contrasting sharply with the […]
In this October 2023 article, Brad Reynolds encourages readers to cultivate an “integral heart” by embracing a holistic, compassionate worldview that transcends narrow identities and embraces the interconnectedness of all beings. Reynolds also discusses the role of the heart in spiritual awakening, eventually leading to personal and societal transformation. Reynolds […]
In this article for The Pulse, Anne Baring says that all the problems in our societies stem from “the over-emphasis on the masculine archetype”. Baring clarifies that the terms “feminine” and “masculine” do not refer to gender, but to the “qualities that make up the wholeness of our being”. Editor’s […]