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How to Read the Future

Autoscriptorium • 19 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. There are various unconventional methods of divination mentioned, ranging from Wikipediamancy to Swoleomancy and many more.
  2. The post emphasizes the idea that these methods might reflect one's desires and readiness to believe in the future residing within oneself.
  3. Each method, like Retinamancy and Iridomancy, involves unique actions to divine meaning, showcasing a diverse range of approaches.

Why the Jews?

Skeptic • 59 implied HN points • 07 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Beliefs
  1. Anti-Semitism and xenophobia may stem from a need for enemies.
  2. Political extremists hold absolute certainty in their beliefs and exhibit open hatred towards opponents.
  3. The psychology of belief systems shows the importance of having enemies to define causes and create unity.
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A Logical Case For Throwing the Fear Out

Tessa Fights Robots • 38 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. Courage is innate, and the key is to find and use it, reminding ourselves that we are not accidents or victims, but capable of overcoming challenges and making the world more beautiful.
  2. Reflecting on the contrast between empowering beliefs and institutional views can help us understand the impact of framing human potential negatively.
  3. Facing pain can lead to uncovering our gifts and transforming it into love, as we remember our worth and spiritual validity, ultimately diminishing the power of fear.

You are not entitled to feel proud of your ancestors

Philosophy bear • 71 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
📖 Philosophy Beliefs
  1. You are not automatically entitled to feel proud of your ancestors without considering their actions and impact
  2. Defending ancestors without acknowledging their faults is a form of bad faith and identity politics
  3. It's more meaningful to face the world as yourself, recognizing the diverse range of experiences and personalities in your ancestry

Secret forces—The I Ching and matters of the heart

The Pamplet • 30 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. Engaging with text in interactive ways can lead to significant improvement in skills and creativity, transcending just passive reading.
  2. Historically, various cultures placed importance on the heart's role in cognition and emotions, indicating a deep interconnection between heart and brain.
  3. Listening to the subtle impulses of the heart, following them confidently, can lead to originality, satisfaction, and a sense of quiet joy.

Who Are You to ____?

Polymathic Being • 42 implied HN points • 13 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. You don't need to be an expert to have well-formed thoughts or informed opinions on a topic.
  2. Expand your capabilities by applying systems thinking and critical thinking in diverse areas.
  3. Challenging paradigms and embracing insatiable curiosity can lead to unique insights and advancements in various fields.

Public Speaking vs. Arrogance

Muslim Musings • 19 implied HN points • 20 Jun 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. In the heart of every Muslim, arrogance is seen as a great sin, challenging one's belief and sincerity.
  2. There is a conflict between humility and public speaking, as the act of speaking in front of others can feel contradictory for those trying to remain humble.
  3. The resolution to the dilemma lies in externalizing the 'teacher role' when speaking, attributing the status to the role itself and not to the individual occupying it.

God & Ganja

Dan's Stack • 19 implied HN points • 18 Mar 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. Agnostics and Atheists are smarter, more neurotic, less tolerant of political differences, and want less kids
  2. Spiritual people tend to smoke weed and have more sexual partners
  3. Religious people use less drugs, get along better with their families, and desire more children

How To Think About the Resurrection

Skeptic • 39 implied HN points • 09 Apr 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. The resurrection of Jesus is a claim of an empirical objective truth believed by many, but requires extraordinary evidence for belief.
  2. Historical context and lack of independent corroboration cast doubt on the resurrection miracle claim.
  3. Applying principles like proportionality and Bayesian reasoning can help in assessing the likelihood of extraordinary claims like the resurrection.

Ontological Intervention

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Beliefs
  1. The main reason for the underperformance of Leftist movements is a lack of funding compared to the Right, who use their resources to shape public opinion through think tanks and covert operations.
  2. To bring about systemic change, a shift in paradigm at the individual level is crucial, as demonstrated by the power of psychedelics in sparking a cultural reconsideration and leading to a psychedelic renaissance.
  3. A new ontology emphasizing monistic or analytic idealism offers the potential to redefine society's underlying paradigm, providing a pathway for transforming civilization and addressing pressing global challenges.

The Secret Lives of Infovores

a newsletter for infovores. • 30 implied HN points • 09 May 23
📖 Philosophy Beliefs
  1. The concept of revealed preferences can have deep significance in understanding choices and past lives.
  2. Rap music has influenced the author's worldview and led to meaningful connections.
  3. Standing up for the sunk cost fallacy and considering its potential benefits in certain situations.

Radical Occultism

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 16 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. The author discusses the need for a shift away from materialism and towards a worldview that includes meaning, purpose, mystery, and transcendence.
  2. Many individuals are turning to traditional religions due to a lack of community structures and feelings of despair caused by the current state of the world.
  3. Exploring the idea that the universe is made of consciousness rather than matter opens up possibilities like reincarnation and helps make sense of the diverse occult and esoteric cosmologies found in different cultures.

Restore Your Mythological Connection

YouTopian Journey • 15 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. Restoring your mythological connection is essential for personal growth and fulfillment. It provides timeless wisdom and guidance for navigating life's complexities.
  2. Myths offer inspiration and creativity, empowering individuals to embark on their own hero's journey of self-realization and growth.
  3. Tapping into the symbolic language of myth helps unlock creative potential, dream new possibilities, and live a life true to one's inner myth.

An Invitation into my Aliveness

The Edge of Practice • 19 implied HN points • 10 Oct 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. The writer shares personal struggles and fears about embracing their full potential and aliveness.
  2. They express the importance of staying present in their aliveness and being true to themselves through their creative work.
  3. The writer is on a journey to redefine their relationship with goals, embrace their divine purpose, and share their experiences openly with others.

Limits to Exponential Growth

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 11 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Beliefs
  1. Population growth is limited by the amount of available food, especially due to the massive inputs of fossil fuels required by the industrial farming system.
  2. Many people struggle to fully comprehend the likelihood of the collapse of our technologically advanced civilization and are unprepared for it.
  3. It is a common belief that there are secret groups of experts controlling the world, but the reality is more uncertain and complex, with no one truly having all the answers.

Winding Down With Love College and the Dalai Lama’s Twitter Account

The False Consensus Effect • 19 implied HN points • 21 May 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. The author reflects on the importance of love and wisdom, suggesting that focusing on early love and courting happiness can bring insight and joy to life.
  2. The text discusses societal issues, mentioning the impact of modernity on happiness, the neglect of love in public discourse, and the pursuit of careerism over true happiness.
  3. There is a critical reflection on the Dalai Lama and the concept of compassion, questioning his style, the perception of enlightenment, and the importance of personal responsibility over societal actions.

We Have Never Seen Jesus

Square Circle • 18 implied HN points • 11 Feb 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. Jesus was a significant figure with diverse impacts on society and culture over 2000 years.
  2. Depictions of Jesus in art often omit certain aspects of his character, such as smiling or laughing.
  3. The story of Jesus challenges traditional views and rules, emphasizing the limitations of words and rules in understanding spirituality.

An uncanny glitch from the hinterlands of weirdness

Charles Eisenstein • 7 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. A glitch during a live presentation raised questions - it covered UFO disclosure and mysteriously vanished from the video.
  2. Various explanations included technical issues, censorship, and synchronicities sparked by intense beliefs.
  3. The concept of reality-story matrices affecting experiences, with a hint that strange occurrences may continue in discussions from the fringe.

Bulletin from the Shark Tank

Charles Eisenstein • 9 implied HN points • 26 Jul 23
📖 Philosophy Beliefs
  1. Mob morality involves conforming to prevailing designations and joining in the execution of out-groups.
  2. Accusations of dehumanization are powerful tools used in politics to ostracize individuals.
  3. The antidote to mob morality is recognizing and respecting the full humanity of every individual.

Misinformation is at Most Weakly Related to Lack of Knowledge

By Reason Alone • 9 HN points • 20 Jun 23
🔬 Science Beliefs
  1. Misinformation is not always due to lack of knowledge, but can stem from having too much specific information on certain topics.
  2. More education can sometimes lead to more polarized beliefs, rather than always resulting in correct beliefs.
  3. Understanding is not just about having true information, but also about navigating biases and not getting caught up in popular misconceptions.

Every time someone says “Please think of the children”, fertility sinks by a millimeter

Wood From Eden • 5 HN points • 26 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Beliefs
  1. Fertility declines when people emphasize 'Please think of the children', impacting how many children are born.
  2. The focus on raising children is splitting into two camps: Economy, redirecting money to parents, and Culture, where having children is seen as part of a meaningful life.
  3. Increasing the financial support for parents may not be effective in addressing declining birth rates - cultural beliefs and societal costs may be more impactful.

Curiouser and curiouser

Charles Eisenstein • 5 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. Reality can be perceived differently by different people - bifurcation of reality is a concept to consider.
  2. Beliefs and perceptions can shape the reality we experience - choosing the beliefs that resonate with the best parts of ourselves can be empowering.
  3. In times of societal fragmentation, creating pockets of coherence and love can help in reuniting fractured perspectives and narratives.

Why Do You Seek the Living Among the Dead?

As Ever • 7 implied HN points • 09 Apr 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. The Easter Proclamation marks the culmination of the Lenten journey with emotional catharsis.
  2. Exultation is a deep, overwhelming apprehension of the wholeness of things, a vulnerability, surrender, and attention.
  3. Finding outlets for exultation in life is crucial to fully experiencing the beauty and joy of existence.

Don't be too attached to your beliefs

Akash Chinnaiah • 4 HN points • 04 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Beliefs
  1. Our beliefs are deeply influenced by the environment and people around us, shaping who we are. Questioning and reevaluating our beliefs can lead to personal growth and freedom.
  2. Beliefs are not fixed; they change over time as we gain new experiences and knowledge. Being open to challenging our beliefs can lead to better decision-making and a more authentic life.
  3. Changing our beliefs is not easy, as it often involves letting go of ego and deeply ingrained ideas. Broadening our knowledge and experiences can help us make more informed choices and grow as individuals.

Why Reason Fails

Optimally Irrational • 4 HN points • 08 Nov 23
📖 Philosophy Beliefs
  1. Reason evolved not primarily to find truth, but to persuade others.
  2. Education may not be the solution to public debates as it could strengthen opposing views.
  3. Our beliefs are often guided by social success rather than accuracy, leading to resistance in changing them.

People Play Coordination Games - Coordination II

Living Fossils • 3 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🔬 Science Beliefs
  1. Humans use language to efficiently convey ideas and thoughts, making it the ultimate coordination game of transferring information.
  2. The shared sound/idea mappings among groups of people in language are a result of solving coordination problems to move information effectively.
  3. Differences in language sound/idea mappings across groups exist due to multiple equilibria in coordination, showcasing the complexity of language evolution and usage.

Do We "Resemble" God?

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 5 implied HN points • 27 May 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. The original Hebrew texts portray God as more emotionally connected and present to ordinary people, seeking to comfort and connect with them.
  2. The relationship between God and humans in the Hebrew Bible is depicted as a passionate love story rather than just a set of rules.
  3. Humans are believed to resemble God, not just physically, but in qualities like the need for love, connection, creativity, and the drive to form relationships.

Village of Lovers, and The Opening

Charles Eisenstein • 3 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs
  1. Charles Eisenstein is featured in two recent films: The Village of Lovers and The Opening.
  2. The Village of Lovers offers a gift payment model for viewers, allowing them to choose how much to pay.
  3. The Opening is a documentary presenting interviews from a different timeline about a mysterious 'hole' in the sky.