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Shadow Work Series: The Shadow's Connection to Your Nervous System

Return to Self • 19 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Spirituality Holistic Medicine
  1. Unconscious patterns and behaviors can trigger stress and anxiety through affecting the nervous system.
  2. Western medicine tends to separate mind, body, and spirit while Eastern medicine considers their holistic connection.
  3. Shadow work involves identifying and addressing physical ailments caused by unhealthy energetic systems.

Unbuffering and Understanding

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 39 implied HN points • 09 May 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Beliefs Practices
  1. Initiate yourself into understanding Gurdjieff's ideas through effort and pondering, as results are proportional to understanding.
  2. Buffers create illusions and disconnect from different aspects of the self, hindering self-awareness and consciousness.
  3. Destroying buffers leads to increased awareness, connection, and wholeness, allowing for a deeper experience of impressions and self-remembering.

✨🔍 Vayikra 2023

TorahRedux • 39 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Prayer Religion Belief Spirituality
  1. Prayer is a central aspect of Judaism, replacing ancient sacrifices with offerings of oneself.
  2. Everyone is different and has their own unique way of connecting with spirituality.
  3. Unanswered prayers are a normal part of life, like waste, and symbolize the need to move forward with fresh perspectives.

✨🔍 Ki Savo 2023

TorahRedux • 39 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Gratitude Judaism
  1. The Torah is written in a language humans can understand to provide context and understanding of its teachings.
  2. Recognizing goodness activates and draws out what's best in us; gratitude is a powerful predictor of well-being.
  3. Gratitude is about recognizing the good that is already yours and acknowledging the help and blessings received from others and God.
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Weekly Wisdom #11

Weekly Wisdom • 39 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Wisdom Buddhism Spirituality Meditation Communication
  1. Wisdom can be explored through open-ended inquiries and examining its opposite, foolishness.
  2. Deep diving into spiritual practices like Buddhism's Ten Fetter model and Zen koans can offer valuable insights and resources.
  3. Resources on effective communication, such as writing as a Zen practice and analyzing popular TED Talks, can enhance communication skills.

Wednesday Wisdom #1

Weekly Wisdom • 59 implied HN points • 23 Nov 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Reflection Guidance
  1. Tai Quinn Whyte shares what he's reading, watching, and working on in his Weekly Wisdom Newsletter
  2. He is currently reading books like The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Courage Is Calling by Ryan Holiday
  3. Tai is working on projects like a piece on breathing inspired by Aristotle and promotional material for lo-fi hip hop tracks

The Arena

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 59 implied HN points • 09 Jan 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The post is about 'The Arena' and serves as an introduction to 'A Confrontative Example'.
  2. The content references previous articles on language, understanding, medicine, and functionings.
  3. Access to the full article is limited to paid subscribers of the platform.

Harris Rosenblum: Algorithmic Alienation and Transcendence

Do Not Research • 79 implied HN points • 16 Oct 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Philosophy Religion Community Ideology
  1. People on the internet are turning to magical belief structures due to a vacuum of meaning in their lives and worsening material conditions.
  2. Marx's theory of alienation in capitalism highlights separation from labor, nature, others, and self, leading to a lack of meaning and productive agency.
  3. Algorithm-driven alienation leads individuals into online communities that generate new ideologies, identities, and political narratives, ultimately challenging existing hegemonic norms.

When No One Can Work, What Will We Do?

Tessa Fights Robots • 87 implied HN points • 31 May 23
📖 Philosophy Predictions Challenges Healing Spirituality Existence
  1. The decline in physical health and cognitive ability may impact the way we work and function in society.
  2. There is a concern about the increasing toxicity in physical and spiritual health, leading to potential long-term consequences.
  3. Despite challenges and predictions, finding love and healing can help us navigate through difficult times.

Let

Silentium • 79 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The post is an invitation to silence by Ando on February 27, 2023.
  2. To read more, you can subscribe to Silentium for a 7-day free trial.
  3. Existing paid subscribers can sign in to access the full post archives.

Vision Board Edition

As Ever • 7 implied HN points • 04 Jan 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Prayer Mindfulness Art Philosophy
  1. Setting goals with a vision board can help make your dreams a reality. When you focus on what you want to achieve, you're more likely to see it happen.
  2. Our thoughts and mindset can influence the world around us. It's important to be mindful of what we think and pray for, as these can shape our experiences.
  3. Anxiety and worry can be spiritual burdens, but prayer and faith can offer comfort and guidance. Being honest in our desires when praying can help us grow and connect with God.

Freedom, Not Control

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 12 Dec 23
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Free will Freedom Self-Actualization Spirituality
  1. Freedom is about making choices that lead to a fulfilling life, rather than trying to control everything. Prioritizing sleep and good nutrition helps create that freedom.
  2. True community leaders listen and support people seeking guidance, creating meaningful connections. It's good to reach out to mentors or leaders when you're looking for direction.
  3. Managing health issues takes learning and adaptation, and it's important to verify information rather than just relying on labels. Taking care of ourselves and others is a journey, especially when it comes to health.

Happiness Is a Choice

We're Gonna Get Those Bastards • 9 implied HN points • 24 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Personal Growth Spirituality Happiness Therapy
  1. Happiness comes from within, not from external things like money or success. It’s important to realize that your mindset can change how you feel about what happens in life.
  2. People often seek therapy to find happiness, but true contentment is about how you choose to respond to life’s challenges. How you view and react to problems is key.
  3. Praying for the ability to accept outcomes gracefully can lead to happiness, regardless of those outcomes. It’s about finding peace in what life gives you, not stressing over what you want.

The Dangers of "Repressed Special"- Part Two

What's Important? • 11 implied HN points • 25 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Spirituality Coaching Self-help Personal Growth
  1. Transformational growth can be scary, but it's important to embrace your fears. Noticing when your fear speaks up can help guide your decisions.
  2. Making friends with your fears involves connecting with them, understanding their feelings, accepting their role, and finding a way to work together. This approach can lead to positive change.
  3. Using tools like Brian's decision-making framework can help you navigate choices better. Listening to your intuition and understanding your fear can lead to smarter and more fulfilling decisions.

Stop Converting, Start Recruiting

DruGroup • 99 implied HN points • 05 Jul 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Christianity Church Theology Spirituality
  1. Everyone who follows Jesus is part of a holy priesthood, not just some special group. This means all believers share the same role and responsibility.
  2. Instead of just trying to convert people to attend church, we should be recruiting them to join a community of believers. It's about helping them understand their place in the spiritual family.
  3. The church is not just an organization but the people and their relationship with Christ. If you are in Christ, you are part of the church, and you can't really separate them.

Dealing with Uncertainty

Tessa Fights Robots • 18 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Ethics Metaphysics Epistemology Spirituality
  1. Uncertainty is a fundamental part of life, and we should connect with our inner selves to navigate it.
  2. Warm, caring people, a strong sense of inner goodness, and reliance on loving spiritual powers can help us withstand uncertainty with courage.
  3. Predators thrive on spoiling communities and creating insecurity, but emphasizing our spiritual connection and goodness can protect us and bring peace.

Vayakhel; Pekudei; Shabbos Mevarchim 2023

TorahRedux • 19 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Religion Beliefs Practices Sacred Texts
  1. The first mitzvah in the Torah involves tracking time using the lunar calendar, symbolizing change and renewal.
  2. Having the right attitude and putting your heart into your actions is crucial for success.
  3. Even taboo topics, like intimacy and desire, can be elevated into sacred aspects of life when approached with intent and purpose.

The Fifth and Sixth Step of the Transformation of Food, and the Question of Exioëhary

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Philosophy Beliefs Practices Religion
  1. Visualizing and imagination are linked to the 'cerebellum' in Gurdjieff's teachings, with interpretations aligning with his writings.
  2. The substances of the cerebellum are described as 'the energy of imagination' and 'the true substance of visualization' that can have real effects.
  3. Centre #4 is seen to hold the potential for fully developed Formal Logic, associated with 'mentation by form' and 'reasoning by ideas'.

The Cerebellum or Centre #4

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 25 Jul 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The post discusses Gurdjieff's Medicine and specifically focuses on the Cerebellum or Centre #4
  2. The content seems to be for paid subscribers only, and there are links provided for accessing the full article in the members' section
  3. The post includes an illustration of the brain by Henry Vandyke Carter from Anatomy of the Human Body (1918 edition)

Proving the Moment

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 16 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Teaching Experience Reality Consciousness
  1. Experiences can be considered a currency that, when managed wisely, can prolong life. It's about valuing and making the most of each new experience.
  2. To truly understand and experience the unknown, we must go beyond automatic perception. This involves staying present and actively engaging with the moment.
  3. Proving the moment, especially in challenging times, can lead to personal growth and self-awareness. It's like a process of inner roasting that expands our consciousness.