The Bigger Picture

The Bigger Picture Substack explores the intersections of popular culture, philosophy, psychology, spirituality, and psychedelics to offer insights on personal and societal transformation. It addresses themes such as the impact of technology on society, cultural shifts, and the role of individual agency in navigating complex global challenges.

Popular Culture Philosophy Psychology Spirituality Psychedelics Technology and Society Cultural Shifts Personal Transformation Societal Transformation Global Challenges

The hottest Substack posts of The Bigger Picture

And their main takeaways

The Mythic Rebellion: Why The Far Right Keeps Winning

2 HN points • 19 Jun 24
🌍 World Politics Immigration Class dynamics Cultural Exchange National Identity
  1. In Europe, the far right is gaining ground due to frustrations with technocratic institutions and the perception of multiculturalism as threatening traditional culture and identity.
  2. Immigration is a politically charged topic in Europe and the US due to differing cultural attitudes towards trust, individualism, and social networks.
  3. Collective grief and rituals are suggested as a way to address cultural wounds, honor identities, and navigate the complexities of multiculturalism and monoculturalism in Western societies.

Reimagining The World: What is Process Philosophy?

59 implied HN points • 04 Jun 21
📖 Philosophy Existence
  1. Process philosophy can offer a new perspective on existence by reframing our understanding of the world.
  2. Matt Segall is knowledgeable about Alfred North Whitehead's ideas on process philosophy.
  3. To access the full content, a 7-day free trial subscription can be initiated.
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Lost Ways of Knowing

59 implied HN points • 14 Feb 20
📖 Philosophy Cognition Wisdom Embodiment Complex Systems Perception
  1. We are facing a meaning crisis, losing connections to our roots and historical trajectory, which impacts our politics and the environment.
  2. Different 'memetic tribes' are constructing maps of reality, leading to polarization and closed ways of perceiving the world.
  3. To navigate the complexity, we need to embrace lost ways of knowing, balance left and right brain functions, and engage in participatory learning to understand and connect with our environment.

Sleeping Woke: Cancel Culture and Simulated Religion

39 implied HN points • 17 Jul 20
🎭️ Culture Cancel Culture Postmodernism Systemic change
  1. Wokeism has become a modern simulated religion, centered around social constructs of power and group identity, influencing various aspects of society from newsrooms to corporate policies.
  2. Cancel culture, a tactic associated with Wokeism, aims to erase individuals from public discourse through shaming and ostracism, showcasing the challenges of engaging with this phenomenon and pushing back against its excesses.
  3. Wokeism, rooted in postmodern theory, thrives in a hyperreal online world, lacking the depth and community-building aspects of traditional religions, and being potentially absorbed by late-stage capitalism, posing complex challenges to societal dynamics and individual well-being.

Sovereignty Meditation

39 implied HN points • 27 Mar 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation Presence Connection Resilience
  1. The Rebel Wisdom Sovereignty meditation combines techniques to increase presence, connection, and resilience.
  2. The meditation was originally created for the online course Sensemaking 101.
  3. To access the full post and archives, a 7-day free trial is available for The Bigger Picture subscription.

Character Structures: Prema McKeever

19 implied HN points • 14 May 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Childhood Trauma
  1. Somatic therapist Prema McKeever discusses 'Character Structures' and how they are survival patterns formed in response to childhood overwhelm
  2. The post may contain valuable insights on the impact of childhood experiences on shaping behavior and coping mechanisms in adulthood
  3. Consider exploring the concept of 'Character Structures' further to understand how past experiences influence present actions

Experiencing Oneness: Tim Freke

19 implied HN points • 14 Apr 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. Tim Freke has been writing and teaching about spirituality for decades, creating processes like the 'deep awake' technique.
  2. The focus of the post is on experiencing oneness, a concept that Freke explores in his teachings.
  3. To read more about Tim Freke and his ideas on oneness, a subscription to The Bigger Picture is required.

Creating Powerful Group Experiences with Sara Ness: Session One

19 implied HN points • 11 Nov 20
🚌 Education Leadership
  1. The post discusses creating powerful group experiences through a workshop on facilitation skills and leadership.
  2. Sara Ness is highlighted as delivering the session on facilitating group experiences.
  3. There's an invitation to subscribe and access the full post archives, offering a 7-day free trial for new readers.

The Story of Rebel Wisdom: Part Two

39 implied HN points • 10 Jan 19
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. The post discusses the journey and background of Rebel Wisdom.
  2. Alexander Beiner, the co-founder, shares insights on the role of live events for Rebel Wisdom.
  3. Readers can access the full post archives with a 7-day free trial subscription.

The Story of the Cancel God

19 implied HN points • 31 Jul 20
🎭️ Culture Film Art
  1. Rebel Wisdom released a short film called 'The Cancel God' based on a concept from Peter Limberg and Lubomir Arsov.
  2. The film delves into the story behind the concept of the Cancel God.
  3. To access the full post discussing 'The Story of the Cancel God,' readers can sign up for a 7-day free trial of The Bigger Picture.

Member Q&A: Helen Pluckrose

19 implied HN points • 03 Jul 20
🎭️ Culture Media Literature
  1. The post is about a Member Q&A session with Helen Pluckrose discussing her views on Robin DiAngelo's 'White Fragility'.
  2. Readers can access the full post archives with a 7-day free trial of The Bigger Picture subscription.
  3. Paid subscribers can directly sign in to read the content without the need for a free trial.

Reasoning the Volcano: Sam Harris & the Limits of Analysis

19 implied HN points • 18 Jun 20
🎭️ Culture Social Issues Philosophy Mythology
  1. The current cultural eruption cannot simply be analyzed or explained away; it is a profound psychospiritual process.
  2. Reasoned debate and analysis alone may not be sufficient to navigate complex societal issues; understanding through symbolic mythic lenses is vital.
  3. To handle the depth and complexity of the current societal challenges, we need to go beyond rational discourse, embrace multiple perspectives, and engage with our humanity fully.

Where Are We?: Daniel Schmachtenberger

19 implied HN points • 02 Jun 20
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics
  1. Daniel Schmachtenberger explores social and political unrest in the US during Summer 2020, highlighting systemic and existential risks faced by our institutions.
  2. The old institutions in the US are under strain, leading to a closer examination of the challenges we face today.
  3. Schmachtenberger delves into the multiple risks present in our current systems, shedding light on the complexities of the situation.

Sensemaking the Media Landscape with David Fuller & Peter Limberg

19 implied HN points • 02 Jun 20
  1. The pandemic crisis has accelerated longstanding crises within the media and sensemaking landscape.
  2. It prompts contemplation about what changes may come next for media and sensemaking.
  3. Accessing the full post and archives may require a subscription or a free trial.

Nora Bateson Q&A: Member Exclusive

19 implied HN points • 21 May 20
🚌 Education Systems Thinking Research Knowledge
  1. Nora Bateson is a renowned systems thinker who developed the concept of 'warm data' to explain the interconnected nature of information.
  2. Access to exclusive content and Q&A sessions may require a subscription or trial period.
  3. Subscribing to platforms like Substack can offer insights from thought leaders and experts in various fields.

Member Q&A with John Vervaeke

19 implied HN points • 09 Apr 20
🚌 Education Psychology University YouTube
  1. The post is about a Member Q&A session with John Vervaeke, a psychology professor at the University of Toronto.
  2. John Vervaeke is known for creating the popular YouTube series 'Awakening From the Meaning Crisis.'
  3. To access the full post and archives, a 7-day free trial subscription is available for The Bigger Picture.

Guide to Inquiry

19 implied HN points • 27 Mar 20
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Inquiry
  1. The post discusses the technique of Inquiry and its use for self-understanding throughout history.
  2. The article provides a video model of Inquiry, a psychotechnology with a wide range of applications for self-understanding.
  3. To access the full post with more details and insights, a 7-day free trial subscription is available for The Bigger Picture.

Thoughts on Game B: Bonnitta Roy

19 implied HN points • 09 Jan 20
📖 Philosophy Change
  1. Bonnitta Roy discusses Game B, a concept focused on changing the current global game.
  2. The conversation delves into radically altering the dynamics of the world we live in.
  3. Rebel Wisdom's Alexander Beiner engages with Bonnitta Roy on redefining the paradigm of existence.

Impossible Conversations on Politics & Gender: Diane Musho Hamilton

19 implied HN points • 03 Dec 19
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Zen Politics Gender Conversations
  1. Diane Musho Hamilton is a Zen priest and expert mediator for challenging conversations on topics like race and gender.
  2. Having skilled mediators like Diane Musho Hamilton can help navigate difficult conversations in a constructive way.
  3. Engaging in discussions on politics and gender with experienced mediators can lead to better understanding and solutions.

Inside the Shadow Live: Zen Master Doshin Roshi

19 implied HN points • 07 Jun 19
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Acceptance
  1. The post discusses a film featuring Zen Master Doshin Roshi participating in a transformative event focusing on accepting the dark side.
  2. The content seems to be part of a member-only exclusive access on Rebel Wisdom Live event.
  3. Readers can access the full post archives with a 7-day free trial subscription to The Bigger Picture.

Live Sensemaking! Rules of Engagement

0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 20
🎭️ Culture Community Standards
  1. Clear community standards and codes of conduct are essential for a growing community.
  2. Live sensemaking sessions can be valuable for the community to collectively establish rules and guidelines.
  3. Engaging in the process of setting community standards can foster a sense of belonging and responsibility among members.

State of Sensemaking: John Vervaeke

0 implied HN points • 28 Sep 21
📖 Philosophy Sensemaking
  1. The post discusses a State of Sensemaking summit featuring Professor John Vervaeke.
  2. Readers are offered a 7-day free trial to access the full post archives by subscribing.
  3. Existing paid subscribers can sign in to read the post.

Philosophical Journeys: Can Stoicism Still Help Us?

0 implied HN points • 17 Jul 21
📖 Philosophy Stoicism
  1. Stoicism is an ancient philosophical and developmental school that can inspire modern Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  2. Jules Evans explores the relevance and impact of Stoicism in our lives today
  3. Consider taking a 7-day free trial to delve deeper into philosophical journeys and insights