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The Inner Life of the Future

The Joyous Struggle • 1106 implied HN points • 14 Nov 23
📖 Philosophy Metaphysics Spirituality Consciousness Existentialism Ethics
  1. The future for humanity is often viewed through the concept of 'the third attractor,' which aims to divert the default trajectories of collapse and dystopia.
  2. The third attractor represents a disposition not to give up on the future, encompassing diverse visionary ideas for societal transformation and renewal.
  3. Attention to the 'third reality,' encompassing the inner subjective experience, and the cultivation of spiritual sensibility, is crucial for envisioning and shaping a more sustainable and meaningful future.

How to Build and Gain Momentum

Day One • 479 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. Building momentum requires work and intentionality, not just being busy.
  2. Understanding how past events affect your daily routine can help in setting and achieving goals.
  3. Regularly reviewing your progress and identifying obstacles can help you stay on track to achieve your goals.
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Cultivating the Heroic Spirit

Becoming Noble • 1315 implied HN points • 14 Oct 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Religion Sports Virtue Heroism
  1. Merely playing sports may not convey the full spectrum of virtue and spiritual experience sought; modern sports lack metaphysical significance and encounters with the transcendent.
  2. Sport is a vehicle for developing essential virtue, such as discipline and hardiness, which underpin the pursuit of higher goals.
  3. True sport is a fundamentally spiritual quest, calling for a connection between physicality and spirit, ultimately leading to transcending oneself through play, beauty, action, prayer, and devotion.

The Future of Peace (3/4)

The Joyous Struggle • 375 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Peace War Society Technology Spirituality
  1. Peace is a vital challenge of our time and a necessary condition for a well-governed world.
  2. There are three possible futures: two lead to global conflict, while the third envisions a more positive, evolving society.
  3. Modern-day equivalents of 'Death Stars' like nuclear weapons and Moloch symbolize threats to peace that need to be addressed to secure a peaceful future.

On the Two Forms of Primitivism

Grey Goose Chronicles • 471 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Nature Spirituality Morality
  1. The text discusses two forms of primitivism: egalitarian primitivism and hierarchical primitivism.
  2. Egalitarian primitivism seeks a return to primitive as a form of levelling, while hierarchical primitivism glorifies life and engages in a struggle.
  3. Nature is portrayed as a refuge for those seeking escape from modernity, with some using it for personal solace and others turning it into a morality play.

The Monthly Salon: February

The Abbey of Misrule • 177 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Philosophy Personal Growth Literature Spirituality Politics
  1. The author reflects on the changing beliefs and values in society, questioning if it's them, the culture or both that have changed.
  2. Through writing, the author processes conflicting emotions and ideas, especially as the culture shifts rapidly around them.
  3. The author invites readers to think about what they have changed their minds about in recent years, whether personal, political, cultural, or spiritual.

The Reality Algorithm & Predictable Magic of Alignment with Mark Krassner

Consciousness ∞ The Doorway to Human Evolution • 373 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Alignment Consciousness Spirituality Reality Success
  1. Success involves more than just making good decisions and working hard - it's about alignment.
  2. Recognizing and embracing alignment can lead to genuine success and fulfillment.
  3. There is a deeper layer of reality that operates based on alignment rather than control.

A Magnetic Path

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Beliefs Teachings Healing Guidance
  1. The concept of a magnetic center within a person that guides them towards a certain path is discussed, emphasizing the importance of this internal guiding force
  2. Thomas and Olga de Hartmann's journey towards seeking development and transformation was influenced by a type of magnetism that drew them away from their comfortable life
  3. In the realm of spiritual growth, Maurice Nicoll highlights the necessity of having a 'Magnetic Centre' to start the journey towards self-improvement

a spirituality that transforms

Wellness Wisdom by Patricia Mou • 373 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Transformation Authenticity Translation Enlightenment
  1. Authentic spirituality involves radical transformation and liberation, not just consoling beliefs for the self.
  2. Translation and transformation are two key functions of religion: one creates meanings for the self, the other shatters the self for radical change.
  3. Communicate your authentic spiritual vision with passion and courage to prompt discovery and transformation in others.

Is God Laughing At Us?

Slack Tide by Matt Labash • 150 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Music
  1. The post discusses the contemplation over a Randy Newman song questioning if God laughs at mankind's actions.
  2. It delves into the intricacies of spiritual themes and the perspective on humanity portrayed in the song.
  3. The post also humorously touches on the writer's personal preferences and experiences related to music and masculinity.

Empty Throne, Empty Tomb

The Abbey of Misrule • 71 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Christianity Mythology
  1. The post discusses the collapse of the West and how it may relate to the period of Lent, which leads up to a triumph despite the catastrophe it signifies.
  2. A new program focusing on Christian mythopoetics in England, led by Martin Shaw, is highlighted. Guest teachers include well-known figures like Rowan Williams and Malcolm Guite.
  3. The unique emergence of Christian stories in new ways during tumultuous times is mentioned, emphasizing the importance of exploring such narratives.

Beginnings and enchantments

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 2116 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Nature Writing
  1. Moving into a new house can be disruptive but redecorating and making it your own can be joyful and rewarding.
  2. Returning to a place where you feel a sense of belonging can bring a profound feeling of being at home, even after many years.
  3. Exploring familiar landscapes and being close to family can bring a sense of ancestral connection and understanding of oneself.

Non-Ordinary Sensemaking: How to Navigate a New Reality

rebelwisdom • 1552 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
📖 Philosophy Consciousness Reality Spirituality Morality Metaphysics
  1. The more time we spend online, the more we risk being influenced by different states of consciousness.
  2. To effectively navigate different states of consciousness, we need 'state competence' and should learn to translate between them.
  3. Understanding cognition as embodied, embedded, enacted, and extended can help us adapt to different environments and perspectives.

Saharan Surprise

Weekly Wisdom • 179 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Peace
  1. The author describes a mystical experience in the Saharan desert under the night sky, feeling awe and vitality while performing a ritual with friends.
  2. During the experience, the author felt a surge of energy through their body, pondered on physical tension, and experienced a profound sense of stillness and peace.
  3. The author ended the experience feeling a deep presence, an absence of worries, and a state of non-ordinary consciousness, ultimately reflecting on the sacredness and simplicity of existence.