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 […]
Self Transformation and Lemniscate
12 posts
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 […]
In this March 8, 2024 article, Dr. Vera Porter explores the significance of human thought and choice in shaping one’s life, emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and free will. It contrasts material science with spiritual science, suggesting that humanity’s understanding has been limited by a focus on the material […]
In this June 2014 article for Epoch Health, Derek Henry explores the concept of “grounding” as a healing technique. Grounding involves connecting with the Earth’s natural energy by physically touching it, such as walking barefoot on grass or soil. The article suggests that grounding can have various health benefits, including […]
In this 2011 interview with Edge, Francisco Varela explored the concept of “emergent selves” or “virtual identities” that create worlds in various contexts, from the mind/body level to cellular and transorganism levels. He believed that these emergent selves were based on processes that appeared solid but were essentially groundless. Varela’s […]
If we want to change the world, then we must practice on ourselves first. How? Well, the most basic way is by breaking a bad habit. If we succeed on making this small step, then we will have gained the experience and the capacity to effect true change in a world beleaguered by various social issues.
I Wanted To Change The World When I was a young man, I wanted to change the world. I found it was difficult to change the world, so I tried to change my nation. When I found I couldn’t change the nation, I began to focus on my town. I […]
Image courtesy of Margaret Wilonsky as posted in Forbes.Com Today I opened my social media account and the attached memo above was the very first thing I saw. I have heard about John F. Kennedy, his wife, and the circumstances of his death. I have always been intrigued by what […]
The world was aflame with the revolutionary ideas and demonstrations of the different social movements in the 1960s. These changed the landscape of world history. However these efforts were not enough to sustain the momentum of these radical changes longing for another world.