Deep Fix

Deep Fix explores philosophical and psychological insights on addiction recovery, modern digital life's challenges, the holistic benefits of psychedelics, and paths to personal and social healing. It emphasizes mindfulness, authenticity, and the transformative power of ordinary moments, promoting a deeper connection with self and others.

Philosophy Addiction Recovery Psychedelic Science Mindfulness and Mental Well-being Digital Age and Social Media Personal Growth and Transformation Spirituality Modern Society and Culture

The hottest Substack posts of Deep Fix

And their main takeaways

The Year I Stopped Knowing, well, to Some Considerable Extent

550 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Personal Growth Meditation Philosophy
  1. In reflecting on their writing, the author discovered a blend of relative and absolute truths that coexist.
  2. The author shifted focus from seeking knowledge to embracing conscious experience through phenomenology.
  3. The author emphasized the importance of moving beyond psychedelics after receiving their transformational message, and now focuses on helping others understand it.
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This Thoughtless Life

648 implied HN points • 18 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mindfulness Awareness
  1. Practice unhooking awareness from thoughts to shift to a state of open and non-judgmental awareness.
  2. Embrace the simplicity of being present and aware of your surroundings without adding or subtracting anything.
  3. Enter a state of oneness by effortlessly noticing all your thoughts, senses, and environment as one interconnected whole.

Seven Years Drug and Alcohol Free

1041 implied HN points • 03 Feb 23
  1. Recovery from addiction is a personal journey with both individual and collective aspects.
  2. Acknowledging and confronting past mistakes is a vital part of the recovery process.
  3. Support and privilege play significant roles in navigating the challenges of addiction recovery.

If I Can’t Dance to It, It’s Not My Revolution

943 implied HN points • 07 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Politics Psychology Activism Podcasts History
  1. Be mindful of the news media consumption as it can lead to addictive and negative thinking patterns.
  2. Progressive politics can sometimes push individuals into a victim identity, causing feelings of depression and shame.
  3. Consider moving away from psychology-centered discourse and towards more inspiring, poetic, and collective movements in progressive politics.

Celebrating Seven Years of Sobriety with a Tattoo and My First Trip to Germany

491 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Recovery Judaism Sobriety Spirituality Heritage
  1. The author celebrated seven years of sobriety by getting a tattoo and visiting Germany for the first time.
  2. The decision to get the tattoo was a journey of self-reflection, honoring heritage, and overcoming inner conflicts.
  3. The experience led to a deeper connection with Jewish roots, acceptance, and a sense of personal empowerment.

AI, or, Shifty Epistemics and Shaky Ontologies

491 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🕹 Technology AI Epistemology Ontology Digital economy Artificial General Intelligence
  1. AI technology can lead to a breakdown in how we know and understand information, potentially causing chaos and confusion.
  2. The use of AI in an era of eroding trust and extreme ideologies may worsen division and extremism in society.
  3. Concerns exist about the worldviews and intentions of individuals, especially men, behind AI technology, with fears of their impact on society and humanity.

Find The Part of You That Never Dies

550 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Buddhism
  1. Visualizing your higher self can help you unearth profound insights and engage in meaningful conversations.
  2. Exploring different perspectives, like primary dualism and samsara, can lead to unexpected insights and personal growth.
  3. Embracing change and finding the part of you that never dies can bring a sense of permanence and connection to the world around you.

Playing the Status Game

648 implied HN points • 02 Dec 22
  1. Playing the status game is deeply ingrained in human nature, impacting our daily interactions and decisions.
  2. There are three main types of status games: dominance, virtue, and success, which often overlap in society.
  3. Developing awareness of the status game's influence can help individuals navigate their true passions and motivations apart from societal pressures.

Psychedelics as Catalysts for Recovery

471 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Addiction Recovery Psychedelics Therapy Holistic health
  1. Psychedelics can be powerful tools for helping individuals facing addiction move towards recovery by promoting neural growth and restoring the gut-brain connection.
  2. Psychedelics should not be seen as shortcuts in recovery, but as catalysts that help individuals confront their darkness and engage in the healing process.
  3. By supporting the diversity of life within personal ecosystems, psychedelics can ignite 'second-stage recovery' and provide hope to those facing addiction.

Meet the Sons of Now

432 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Masculinity Emotional Well-being Self-Improvement Personal Growth
  1. The Sons of Now is a men's group addressing the crisis in masculinity and aiming to redefine modern masculinity within a supportive community.
  2. Masculinity is unfixed and evolving, and men benefit from reclaiming the Father archetype by understanding emotions, providing a safe space, and prioritizing relationships.
  3. Men cultivating expansive consciousness can provide power, bravery, vitality, and leadership, becoming stewards of the spirit of evolution.

The Great Millennial Predicament

904 implied HN points • 27 May 22
  1. Serving others helps in finding purpose and fulfillment.
  2. Millennials often struggle with a whirlwind of self-doubt, narcissism, and cosmic insignificance.
  3. Selfless service can lead to personal growth and inner peace.

Deep Rex

727 implied HN points • 29 Jul 22
  1. The publishing industry is challenging but landing a capable agent is a significant step.
  2. Jordan Peterson's career and actions highlight the complexities of public figures and intellectual movements.
  3. Quality over quantity in information sharing is crucial, and taking time for oneself is important for personal growth.

Without Any Further Work Required

412 implied HN points • 09 Dec 22
  1. The article discusses blaming personal problems on capitalism without taking further action.
  2. Rebel Wisdom and the end of the Intellectual Dark Web era reflect a breakdown in sensemaking community.
  3. Seerut Chawla highlights the crisis in men's mental health and announces starting a men's group.

Embodiment for Thinkers

668 implied HN points • 08 Jul 22
  1. Embodiment is about experiencing life directly, not just interpreting it intellectually.
  2. We are always embodied, it's how we interact and experience the world.
  3. Embodiment involves transcending thought and paying attention to the sensations and signals of our body.

Addiction & Ayahuasca

1100 implied HN points • 17 Dec 21
  1. Ayahuasca can provide a powerful way to address addiction through a holistic approach
  2. Ayahuasca ceremonies involve a cleansing diet, communal rituals, and psychological integration
  3. Participating in an ayahuasca ceremony requires careful preparation, integration, and respect for indigenous communities

Tempting to Anyone with a Pulse or a Mortgage

255 implied HN points • 10 Feb 23
  1. Mainstream understanding of trauma may be flawed
  2. Humans are more resilient to trauma than believed
  3. Reconsidering traditional views on the causes of trauma

Time to Upgrade to Full-blown Aluminum Hazmat Suits

216 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Podcasts Art & Illustration Culture
  1. Social media is a major cause of mental illness in teen girls and screen addiction has negative consequences for many.
  2. Quality podcast interviews can lead to insightful conversations on topics like addiction and healing.
  3. Aesthetics are important for storytelling, emphasizing the value of human-made art over AI-generated creations.

HOW TO BE MORE SPIRITUAL IN 4 EASY STEPS

963 implied HN points • 15 Oct 21
  1. The post discusses how to be more spiritual in 4 easy steps.
  2. The author reflects on the challenges of writing about spirituality in the 21st century.
  3. Readers can subscribe to Deep Fix for a 7-day free trial to access the full post.

You Don’t Need to Resolve All Your Traumas to Change

589 implied HN points • 08 Apr 22
  1. You don't need to resolve all your traumas to change
  2. Making incremental, positive changes can lead to lasting change
  3. Westerners going deep into Eastern contemplative practices may backfire

Productivity and the Amputation of the Psychedelic Soul

471 implied HN points • 17 Jun 22
  1. Silicon Valley promotes microdosing psychedelics for productivity with research backing the cognitive benefits.
  2. Psychedelics can lead to a deeper understanding of interconnectedness with nature and the cosmos.
  3. Plants and fungi have influenced human consciousness throughout history and may motivate us to restore the environment and reconnect with nature.

Waves of Self in an Ocean of God

530 implied HN points • 06 May 22
  1. Intuition and purpose can come in unexpected ways
  2. Yoga and Jung's philosophies emphasize the importance of quieting the mind
  3. Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps in understanding internal conflicts and connecting to the higher Self

A Child of the Recession Resigns

766 implied HN points • 19 Nov 21
  1. Economists are calling the mass exodus of workers leaving their jobs 'The Great Resignation.'
  2. 4.4 million people, or 3% of the workforce, quit their jobs in September, the highest number recorded.
  3. The quit rate, reflecting workers' optimism, hit a record high of 2.9% in August.

On Not Drinking Alcohol and Truth-telling

884 implied HN points • 03 Sep 21
  1. The author used to make excuses for not drinking alcohol at work events.
  2. Being honest about not drinking can lead to more authentic conversations.
  3. Sometimes, it's important to be truthful about personal choices, even if they differ from the norm.

If You See the Buddha in Whole Foods, Slay Him

550 implied HN points • 04 Mar 22
  1. The 'thing' you think you've found is never what it seems
  2. Don't cling to spiritual truths, embody them in real life
  3. Challenge the illusions and attachments in your life

Reformed Tech Bros

569 implied HN points • 11 Feb 22
  1. The writer reflects on being called a 'Reformed Bro'
  2. The writer humorously acknowledges fitting the description of a 'Reformed Bro'
  3. The post hints at the writer's past transformation and evolution

What I Would Tell My Younger, Addicted Self

530 implied HN points • 11 Mar 22
  1. There are different viewpoints on who a writer should address, but writing for your younger self can be the most generous approach.
  2. Writing should be like a magic spell that speaks to the reader and connects with their emotions.
  3. True change happens not just in the mind, but when our bodies attune to the world around us through experiences.