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Shamanic Breathing Technique + LIVE DEMO https://youtu.be/w6VcbH2ypMg The speaker is sharing a healing technique that involves breathwork The technique is based on the work of Stan Grof, who was a pioneer in using psychedelics for therapy in the 1950s and 1960s Grof's work was instrumental in the development of transpersonal psychology, and he administered LSD to thousands of patients in clinical trials Grof's work was halted when psychedelics were made illegal in the late 1960s, but he continued to explore the therapeutic potential of breathwork through a technique he developed called holotropic breathwork The speaker's technique is a variation on holotropic breathwork that involves breathing in a certain way to access and release emotional blockages in the subconscious mind The technique can be powerful and yield quick results, and it can be used for healing, therapy, and tripping (experiencing altered states of consciousness) The speaker will demonstrate the technique in a video link provided. Breathing technique involves equal and continuous in and out breaths, without pausing Make sure to breathe deeply into the belly, not just the chest Do this for 30 minutes, at a pace that is not too fast or strained After the 10 minute mark, the technique may become difficult to maintain and you may start to feel tingling in your fingers and extremities By the 20 minute mark, these sensations may become more pronounced By the 30 minute mark, you may experience an altered state of consciousness that involves both physical and mental sensations, and may also involve emotions and memories from the past It is important to be prepared for a range of emotions and experiences, and to allow yourself to feel and process them without judgment After the 30 minutes are up, take some time to rest and ground yourself before returning to your normal activities. A technique to release trauma and emotional baggage Can be done once per day for an entire week Can also be done in a more concentrated and intense way, with three sessions in one day Can be done at home or at a holotropic breathwork workshop Maintain other practices like daily meditation and self inquiry Workshops may be more intense, but are limited in availability and location Recommend trying out workshops if available in your area and comparing the experience to doing it at home

Understanding Islam - What Most People Misunderstand https://youtu.be/Fe3iqJ6hTGA Islam means submission to the truth or reality, or God Islam recognizes Christian and Jewish prophets and sacred texts Islam is the third incarnation of Judeo-Christianity The goal of Islam is self-transcendence, similar to other religious traditions The Five Pillars of Islam: profession of faith, prayer, giving of alms, fasting, and pilgrimage The Qur'an is the central religious text of Islam The concept of jihad in Islam means internal struggle or striving to improve oneself, not holy war The problem of radical Islam stems from a misunderstanding of the religion and a focus on politics and power The importance of understanding Islam and building interfaith dialogue Islam is a quickly growing religion with an estimated 2 billion followers The concept of jihad in Islam has two forms: the lesser jihad, which is a materialistic form involving fighting in the physical world, and the greater jihad, which involves fighting within oneself to attain the spiritual world The more mainstream a spiritual teaching becomes, the more it gets diluted and watered down, and may even become materialistic in order to appeal to a large audience The devil (or illusion and self-deception) corrupts spiritual teachings by turning them inside out and presenting them as the opposite of what they actually are (e.g. presenting jihad as selfishness, violence, and hatred rather than self-improvement and spiritual growth) The 99 names of Allah describe the various properties and characteristics of Allah, including being the king, peace, holy, controller, creator, all-knowing, all-seeing, all aware, magnificent, sublime, vast, wise, witness, truth, reality, one, perceiver, indivisible, all-powerful, beginningless, endless, hidden, good, light, beautiful, patient, guide, giver of life and taker of life, and infinite. Islam prohibits creating human images of Allah Geometric patterns in Islam are meant to represent infinity and are often seen on psychedelics Muslims pray five times a day to avoid falling back into complacency and materialism The intention behind this frequent prayer is to interrupt daily pursuits and focus on more spiritual aspects of life Muhammad is believed to have channeled the Quran from a higher source and may have been enlightened to some degree The intention behind Islamic law is to create a just and harmonious society The concept of jihad in Islam is often misunderstood as a holy war, but it is actually a personal struggle to do good and resist evil The goal of Sufism is to reach a state of union with the divine through spiritual practices such as meditation and chanting Life is constantly changing and evolving It is more beneficial to be proactive about adapting to change Maintaining traditions and orthodoxies can be harmful The egoic mind looks for authority figures and stability, but true enlightenment is realizing that there is no stability and that "Allah is infinitely groundless" All traditions and religions have a common goal It is important to have compassion and not engage in tribalism or ideological games Tribalism and technicalities can lead to conflict A larger perspective is needed to understand and address problems in the world The ego is the root of suffering and division in the world The ego looks for external validation and control, but true freedom is found in surrendering control to the present moment The present moment is all that exists, and the ego's attempts to hold on to the past or control the future are futile True happiness comes from within and cannot be found through external circumstances or material possessions. View Islam by visiting actualize.org Exclusive content available on actualize.org Check out the blog, life purpose scores, book list, and forum on actualize.org Continue to follow actualized Audra for information on building bridges between different traditions, including religious and secular traditions Importance of understanding and connecting with people from different traditions in a globalized world Interconnecting topics that are traditionally seen as unrelated, such as mathematics and non-duality or science and Islam Finding value in studying different perspectives and traditions, while also being aware of and discerning between useful and flawed information Reading and interpreting scientific texts with the same level of thoughtfulness and open-mindedness as spiritual texts Importance of being conscious in all endeavors, including spirituality, science, and more Continued support in drawing connections between various topics and traditions.

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Metaphysical Implications Of Godel's Incompleteness Theorem - Part 1 https://youtu.be/qWuaPEpKgfk Introduction to topic of strange loops and paradoxes Explanation of Godel's incompleteness theorem at a high level Importance of understanding metaphysical and epistemic implications of proof, rather than just the mathematics Reference to Douglas Hofstadter's book "Godel, Escher, Bach" Overview of issues discussed in the book: limitations of rationality and logic, interconnections between logic and non-duality, and paradoxes Discussion of limitations of rationality and logic, including the concept of a "strange loop" Exploration of interconnections between logic and non-duality Explanation of paradoxes and their role in understanding reality Seven: It is assumed that irrational things must be false Eight: Science and math are rational, religion is irrational Nine: Metaphysics is speculative nonsense Ten: Science and math don't need metaphysics Assumptions are made unconsciously and must be questioned Historical context of logical positivism movement to remove metaphysics from science and math Logical positivism failed to eliminate metaphysics and religion from science and math Gödel's discoveries in the 1920s and 1930s showed the presence of metaphysics and religion in science and math Gödel's work was ignored and suppressed by the scientific community Importance of understanding and acknowledging the role of metaphysics and religion in science and math. Set theory is a branch of mathematics that deals with sets, which are collections of objects. In set theory, it is possible to create a set of all possible sets that does not contain itself, which creates a paradox. This paradox caused problems for the work of mathematician and logician Gottlob Frege, who was trying to ground arithmetic in a set of axioms. Another logician, David Hilbert, was also working on a similar project called Hilbert's program. Georg Cantor made discoveries about transfinite numbers, which are numbers that are larger than infinity, and the absolute infinite set, which is the set of all possible infinite degrees of infinity. Logicians Kurt Godel and Alfred Tarski made contributions that derailed the efforts of logical positivism. Godel's incompleteness theorems and Tarski's undecidability theorem showed that it is not possible to use a set of axioms to prove all truths within a sufficiently complex system. The concept of a "limit" is important in understanding these ideas, as it refers to a boundary or boundary condition that cannot be exceeded. The work of Godel, Tarski, and others had a significant impact on the field of mathematics and the foundations of logic. Alfred Tarski's "findability theorem" states that arithmetic truth cannot be defined within arithmetic itself Tarski's theorem applies to any sufficiently strong formal system, meaning truth in the system cannot be defined within the system Tarski's theorem shows that no sufficiently rich interpreted language can represent its own semantics To talk about a language (or any system) at a higher level, a meta language is needed This process cannot be continued indefinitely, as a meta meta language would be needed to talk about the meta language, and so on Tarski's theorem demonstrates the limitations of using logic and rationality to understand reality and truth There is a hypothetical idea that, if realized by the mind, will cause the mind to self-destruct This idea is not necessarily a single specific idea, but rather a realization or level that the mind can reach This realization involves the mind understanding that it never really existed and that reality itself is not real This understanding causes the mind's understanding of itself and the world to collapse and can be seen as enlightenment However, this realization is dangerous and potentially self-destructive, which is why most people reject or do not take it seriously Ideas are therefore potentially more dangerous than most people assume, as they can lead to self-destruction if not approached carefully People and minds tend to cling to ideas and ideologies because they fear running into an idea that will cause self-destruction This is why self-inquiry, meditation, and yoga involve taking the possibility of self-destruction seriously Douglas Hofstadter's book "Gödel, Escher, Bach" discusses ideas of probability and truth in a technical and challenging, yet accessible and playful way The speaker wants to address an objection about Girdle's work being solely focused on formal mathematics and not having any philosophical or spiritual elements Girdle was actually a philosopher and was interested in metaphysics, particularly the philosophy of Leibniz and Wittgenstein Girdle believed in a personal God and attempted to create logical proofs for the existence of God Girdle's main goal in life was to create a complete philosophy of reality, encompassing metaphysics, epistemology, logic, and mathematics Quotes from Girdle's biographer, Hao Wang, indicate that Girdle was interested in the philosophical foundations and significance of physics and wanted to understand the full ramifications of mathematics and logic Girdle's philosophy was influenced by Nietzsche and the concept of monads or "mana dalla G," with the central monad being God Despite having some major breakthroughs in logic and mathematics, Girdle was never able to complete his philosophy The speaker suggests that those who object to Girdle's work being philosophical or spiritual are not allowing themselves to fully consider the implications of Girdle's ideas. Someone (presumably Georg Cantor or Leo Girdle) tried to understand a concept but failed to fully grasp it This failure was due to their inability to go beyond logic, concepts, ideas, mathematics, philosophy, language, symbols, and the mind Georg Cantor understood that his logic and mathematical proofs pointed towards a transcendental truth (God) but was unable to see it for himself Cantor may have gotten "stuck in reasoning" and lost everything except his reason, similar to what happened with Girdle and other theorists like David Bohm The speaker suggests that in order to truly understand something, one must go beyond reason and transcend it The speaker then addresses an objection that Girdle's theorem only applies to strict formal systems and that the speaker is being too loose and metaphysical in their interpretation The speaker argues that the objector is being too rigid and limited in their scope, and that in order to truly understand reality, one must consider the metaphysical and epistemic consequences of concepts The speaker suggests that insisting on being rational can fragment reality and prevent understanding of the larger whole The speaker argues that logic cannot be separated from emotions or the left and right brain, and that in order to understand reality as a whole, one must consider all aspects of being human The speaker suggests that in order to truly understand reality, one must consider the subjective and objective aspects of experience, as well as the personal and the collective The speaker concludes by saying that the true nature of reality is "multi-dimensional, holographic, and fractal," and that understanding it requires a balance between the rational and the trans-rational The importance of having an open mind The benefits of practicing new techniques and how they can transform the mind The relationship between theory and practice, and how they feed into each other The dangers of only learning the theory and not putting it into practice The need to balance both theory and practice in order to deepen insights and understanding The importance of taking action and not just engaging in mental masturbation The suggestion to start practicing new techniques instead of just learning about them.

Comprehending The Magnitude Of Reality https://youtu.be/b57ZZHripRk The purpose of the text is to encourage readers to appreciate the magnitude and awesomeness of reality The author suggests an imagination exercise to help readers connect with reality The exercise involves envisioning a nature hike in a forest, looking at a pine needle and considering the complexity of its cells, DNA, and bacteria The exercise then expands to consider the number of pine needles, ants, grains of sand, and atoms on Earth, as well as the number of photons in the sunlight shining on the viewer The exercise ultimately leads to considering the vastness of the universe and the possibility of multiple universes or dimensions beyond our own The author concludes by encouraging readers to take a moment to appreciate the extraordinary miracle of reality and to not become numb to it through the busyness of daily life. The mind is aware of its infinite potential, but may forget this due to external distractions Materialistic pursuits (e.g. wealth, success, fame, etc.) will not lead to a feeling of infinity Connection to infinity can be achieved through practices like meditation, self inquiry, and yoga The pursuit of this connection should be the highest strategic objective in life, as it will inform all other actions and decisions Aligning with this connection in both small and large ways can lead to a deeper, more fulfilling life Actualized.org offers resources (e.g. blog, forum, course, book list) to help individuals pursue this connection and live a deeper life Traditional self-help techniques may not lead to long-term satisfaction because they do not address the root of the issue Actualized.org aims to go beyond traditional self-help and focus on developing a connection to infinity.

Quantum Mechanics Debunks Materialism - Part 2 https://youtu.be/1st_ulCPeR4 The founding fathers of quantum mechanics were largely mystics and idealists They believed that quantum mechanics disproved the idea of a clockwork materialist universe These founders include Niels Bohr, Werner Heisenberg, Erwin Schrödinger, Max Planck, Arthur Eddington, Wolfgang Pauli, Albert Einstein, James Jeans, David Bohm, John Archibald Wheeler, Freeman Dyson, and Richard Feynman These founders were both remarkable scientists and deep philosophers They were open-minded and intuitive, which allowed them to make the breakthroughs in quantum mechanics They understood the limitations of rationality None of them were enlightened, meaning they did not experience the source and origin of reality These founders' ideas were not always accepted within the traditional domain of science The speaker will provide quotes from these founders to illustrate their beliefs about quantum mechanics and mysticism. The process of thinking and using language is shaped by assumptions and metaphysical frameworks Language carries with it a deep metaphysics that implies duality, fragmentation, and distinctions such as real and unreal Most scientists do not contemplate the nature of language, reality, knowledge, mind, thought, or symbols because they are not trained in philosophy Max Planck believed that consciousness is fundamental and that matter is derivative from consciousness Modern scientists often behave like religious fundamentalists due to their adherence to materialism A new scientific truth does not necessarily convince opponents, but rather becomes accepted as the current generation dies and a new generation grows up familiar with it In order for non-duality and mysticism to become accepted as part of science, the culture of universities and institutions must evolve Currently, universities and institutions do not consider mysticism or non-duality as valid forms of scientific study or proof A religious person is devout in their beliefs and goals, which are not based on rational foundations These beliefs and goals exist with the same necessity as the person themselves A person may feel separated from the rest of the universe, but this is an illusion It is important to strive to widen our circle of compassion and embrace all living creatures and nature Genius and good science come from transcendence, infinite intelligence, and selflessness Freeman Dyson warned against the dangers of excessive reliance on reason and the arrogance of scientists Dyson also believed that the mystery of things is important to scientific interest Dyson believed that both religious creationists and scientific materialists can be dogmatic and arrogant, which brings both science and religion into disrepute Dyson hoped that the reality of the universe would be infinite and not able to be described by a finite set of equations, as it would mean a lack of imagination from the creator. The concept of non-duality and enlightenment suggests that individuals are not separate from the universe, but rather a part of it Sir Arthur Eddington, a physicist, believed that physical reality is just a scheme of symbols and equations, and that the "stuff" of the world is actually mind stuff Physical concepts, including the concept of reality, are just ideas in the universal, infinite mind Physicality is a limiting case of the dream or illusion in which we exist Everything is ultimately made up of mind stuff, and what we thought was physical reality is just readings or pointers within the mind Science studies mind stuff in order to predict patterns and behaviors within it The concept of an objective, external world is an illusion, and the ultimate nature of reality is non-dual and undivided The illusion of separation from the rest of the universe is created by the individual mind, and enlightenment involves realizing the interconnected nature of all things The aim is to escape the mind and experience raw, unmediated reality The observed and the observer are one, and this means that we have direct access to reality Our perception of reality is limited by a conceptual matrix which infects our perception The goal is to destroy this operating system and be left with undefinable, infinite being Quotes and ideas from various thinkers were used to present their ideas, rather than cherry-picking A book list with more information on these ideas will be provided Objections to these ideas will be addressed These ideas are not necessarily religious, but rather a way to understand and experience reality The concept of the ego and its role in perception will be discussed These ideas can be experienced through meditation and other spiritual practices The ultimate goal is to awaken to one's true nature and to experience reality in a new way. Materialism is dead Materialism and atheism have been revived and are influencing Western intellectual tradition and science This revival is like a mind virus that will become a religion for future generations unless efforts are made to stop it Quantum mechanics shows that science and rationality must eat their own tails in a strange loop Reality is irreducibly mystical, and being itself cannot be known because the process of knowing is being There is a division between metaphysics (substance of things) and epistemology (how we know things) God is the gap within which everything is transpiring God is emptiness, nothingness, and void, and is hidden in plain sight God is absolute infinity and all the finitude it must contain God is the hand and all the fingers on the hand God is both and all, and also neither It is impossible for God to know itself The speaker believes that truth is important and that aligning oneself with falsehood or illusion is aligning oneself with nothing The speaker believes that people blindly accept the knowledge given to them by their culture and don't question whether it is true A culture's self-consistency does not equate to the truth and people may feel incomplete and suffer because they are out of alignment with the truth True mysticism can cure this feeling of being out of alignment with the truth The speaker is not anti-science, but rather critiques it in order to make it as accurate and rigorous as possible The speaker believes that science, like other organizations, has a collective ego that reacts against criticism and labels those who criticize it as heretics or anti-science The speaker believes that science needs to be more open to new ideas and be willing to question its own assumptions The speaker believes that science should not be used to justify certain beliefs or actions The speaker believes that science should be used to understand and explain the world, not to control it or manipulate it for selfish gain

Quantum Mechanics Debunks Materialism - Part 1 https://youtu.be/IMtDuv48XsQ Introduction to the topic of quantum mechanics and non-duality Importance of understanding the metaphysical and epistemological ramifications of quantum mechanics The 1920s as a time of a silent metaphysical and epidemiological revolution in Western intellectual tradition Popular culture's conception of science and reality being hundreds of years out of date Difficulty in understanding the practical implications of quantum mechanics The speaker's background in atheism, philosophy, and science The materialist paradigm and its limitations in understanding quantum mechanics The idea that reality is not separate from the observer The concept of non-duality in quantum mechanics Examples from the fathers of quantum mechanics on the connection between quantum mechanics and non-duality The idea that consciousness is fundamental to the universe The concept of entanglement and its connection to non-duality The idea that the universe is non-dual and interconnected The implications of quantum mechanics for spirituality and personal growth. Olio can be said, but without understanding the mathematics behind it, understanding quantum mechanics may be limited Most people are not technical experts in the things they talk about, but can still have a general understanding and discussion about them Technical details may not be necessary for understanding or discussing a topic Experts can be relied upon for accurate lab research and sharing their conclusions Qualification for understanding a topic can come from contemplation and caring about understanding it, not just from certificates or PhDs Serious scientists will be cited in the discussion Ideas of these scientists may be expanded upon and elaborated upon Profound states of consciousness and non-ordinary states of consciousness can be more important qualifications for understanding quantum mechanics than technical knowledge Reality is an infinite, intelligent, conscious singularity Reality is not a physical thing, but rather "mind stuff" or an infinite hallucination or dream Within this dream, individuals can experience physicality and a condensed form of consciousness (self, ego, body, etc.) The only way to truly understand this concept is through direct consciousness of non-duality (enlightenment or awakening) This requires going beyond ordinary human levels of consciousness and can be achieved through various techniques and methods Modern science, specifically discoveries in quantum mechanics, also points to the existence of a higher level of consciousness Key discoveries in the 20th century (relativity, quantum mechanics) shook the classical materialist model Quantum mechanics showed that particles do not have definite locations until they are observed The concept of non-duality suggests that the self and the universe are not separate, but rather one interconnected whole Quantum mechanics suggests that when you are not observing an elephant, it exists as every other animal it could possibly be Classical model suggests that when you are not looking at something (e.g. your child or house), it still exists as itself Quantum mechanics has disproven the classical model When you are not looking at something, it exists as infinity or nothingness Observation is essential to the concept of reality Reality is subjective and relative You are the point of view, and you are also infinity or nothingness Infinity implies every possible finitude Observer can be any measuring device, but ultimately it is your consciousness doing the measuring and collapsing the wavefunction Consciousness is still important to quantum mechanics because there is only one consciousness (yours) Quantum mechanics is a theory about the state of a system and its possible measurement outcomes, known as the wavefunction The wavefunction is a combination of all possible measurement outcomes, each with a different weight Anti-realist approach to quantum mechanics denies the existence of an underlying reality and sees the theory as a tool for predicting the outcomes of experiments Niels Bohr was an advocate of anti-realism, stating that there is no "quantum world," and that physics is about what we can say about nature, not about how nature is Anti-realism is a difficult position to hold consistently because it is hard to see how it can hold any position at all Realist approach to quantum mechanics asserts that there is an underlying reality and that quantum mechanics is a theory about that reality Many physicists are realists, including Sean Carroll, and argue that anti-realism is too radical a step to take The Many Worlds Interpretation is a realist interpretation of quantum mechanics that asserts that every possible measurement outcome is realized in a separate universe This interpretation has the advantage of being able to make predictions about the outcomes of experiments, but it also has some difficulties and is not widely accepted Sean Carroll argues that the Many Worlds Interpretation is the most logical and consistent interpretation of quantum mechanics, but it is not without its challenges and open questions. The speaker believes that the concept of "nothing" is misunderstood and that it is actually everything that has been experienced in life The speaker criticizes a physicist's conclusion that the world is a quantum wave function and argues that the world is actually absolute infinity, a superposition of every single possibility including the negation of every possibility The speaker believes that the mistake made by the physicist is in thinking that symbols and equations are the world, and that this mistake is made due to an assumption that reality can only be understood through rationality and theory The speaker believes that quantum mechanics has actually disproven the concepts of realism and physicalism, and that these concepts only survive as part of cultural or institutional dogma The speaker believes that direct experience of the nature of existence is important and separate from the work of a physicist The speaker believes that the ultimate unification of physics and consciousness will come when the nature of existence is directly experienced and understood, rather than just being theorized about

The Importance Of Real Yoga https://youtu.be/yAmb4H0PRAs Westerners often misunderstand the purpose of yoga and only practice the physical exercise version of it, called hatha yoga The true purpose of yoga is enlightenment, or the realization of non-duality and the collapse of distinctions in reality Real yoga is intended for meditation and union, not physical exercise Yoga can be more effective than traditional meditation or self-inquiry because it involves the physical body in the process of awakening There are various schools of yoga, each with their own techniques and practices Some popular schools of yoga include Patanjali's eight-limbed yoga (also known as Ashtanga yoga), Karma yoga, and Bhakti yoga Yoga can help people who have been struggling with traditional meditation and self-inquiry techniques in their journey towards enlightenment It is important to find a good yoga teacher and a yoga tradition that resonates with you personally It is also important to approach yoga with the right intentions and to not get caught up in ego or external goals Four major branches of yoga: Karma Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Kriya Yoga, and Tantra Each branch has its own sub-schools and lineages Yoga can clear the chakras in a way that meditation and self-inquiry cannot Yoga can purge trauma and emotions that are difficult to address through other practices Yoga produces a more holistic awakening, including mind and body Yoga can heal the body and address physical issues like chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, digestion problems, insomnia, PMS symptoms, etc. Yoga requires less time than meditation to produce results Yoga involves both physical and mental practices Yoga can be more accessible to people who are not in a position to devote years to meditation practices Yoga can be beneficial for people who have been unable to find success with self-inquiry or other spiritual techniques. The spine and nerves are important for personal development Meditation can improve health and lead to mystical experiences It may take a couple of years to experience deep states, but it is faster than traditional meditation Western science may not be sufficient to understand the human psyche and consciousness Yoga is a 5,000 year old science that deals with consciousness and the metaphysical nature of reality Mystical states can challenge Western science and medicine Yoga is a combination of physical, mental, and spiritual practices It can lead to self-realization and enlightenment The goal of yoga is to unify the individual with the universal consciousness It involves the cultivation of mindfulness, concentration, and self-inquiry Three ultimate components of yoga: Reaching a state of sahaja Samadhi (permanent union with environment) Realization of the absolute or infinity (understanding that reality and self are infinite, and that infinity is God) Purification of karma and ego (letting go of bad habits and negative thought patterns) Ultimate goal of yoga and personal development is to reach a state of selflessness and happiness Importance of understanding the destination in order to figure out how to get there One episode or session of yoga practice can significantly change a person's life Importance of putting information into action and committing to daily practice Benefits of yoga include improved physical and mental health, increased self-awareness and consciousness, and spiritual growth.

My Deepest Awakening Yet - Becoming Infinite https://youtu.be/RNgns7nQ7rs The speaker experienced a total awakening and enlightenment on February 22nd During this experience, the speaker became aware of the nature of reality and infinity The speaker realized that they are everything and all boundaries disappeared The speaker became conscious of the reason for the existence of reality and why it must exist as it does The speaker realized that they are the entire singularity and every single possibility that could ever exist The speaker became infinity itself and the entire universe is their body The speaker's understanding of this experience is not an intellectual or logical understanding, but rather something that they are The speaker realized that there is no awareness or consciousness, but rather just infinity The speaker describes the concept of nothingness and how it creates everything The speaker suggests that the true nature of reality is not visible to the mind or ego The speaker describes how the ego and the mind try to understand and make sense of reality, but ultimately cannot grasp it The speaker suggests that the ego and the mind are illusory and do not truly exist The speaker describes how this experience has changed their perception of reality and their understanding of the ego and the mind The speaker encourages others to let go of their ego and mind and to awaken to their true nature as infinity. The speaker had planned to have a session with someone who could transmit enlightenment, but the night before, their intuition told them not to go through with it The speaker had been trying to prove that it was possible to become enlightened through the use of a psychedelic substance called 5-MeO-DMT The speaker was unsure if declining the transmission was the right decision, and wondered if it was just their ego or pride talking The speaker's intuition told them to take 5-MeO-DMT that night, which was unusual as they usually plan their psychedelic use in advance The speaker was hesitant to take the 5-MeO-DMT because they had not taken it in a year and a half and were scared to revisit that experience Despite their hesitation, the speaker listened to their intuition and took the 5-MeO-DMT The 5-MeO-DMT experience was intense and the speaker had a realization about the nature of reality The speaker learned that they had been overthinking and that enlightenment is simpler than they had thought The speaker realized that their ego had been in the way of their enlightenment and that they had been seeking enlightenment in the wrong way The speaker's realization helped them to better understand the concept of non-duality and to see the interconnectedness of all things The speaker believes that their intuition led them to the realization they needed, and that following their intuition was the key to their enlightenment. The speaker talks about the concept of infinity and how it relates to reality The speaker had an experience that gave them perfect knowledge of reality This experience also led to a cessation of seeking and a deep sense of satisfaction The speaker warns against the "neo-advaita trap" of believing that enlightenment can be achieved without seeking The speaker talks about how reality is beyond words and thoughts and how it is both everything and nothing The speaker discusses how their understanding of reality has affected their daily life The speaker talks about how their ego has dissolved and how they no longer have negative emotions or desires The speaker discusses how their experience has led to a sense of unity and oneness with everything The speaker talks about the importance of surrender and letting go of the ego in order to fully understand reality The speaker had a "total" enlightenment experience They have had several enlightenment experiences in the past, but this one was the most "total" The speaker does not think the term "total enlightenment" can be applied universally to everyone The speaker is at stage 5 of the Zen tradition's "ten ox herding pictures," which represents the "taming of the Ox" The speaker still has room for personal growth and development, and is motivated to continue on this path The speaker believes they have proven the effectiveness of the "five of mio" path for themselves, but cannot say how effective it will be for others The speaker has experienced feelings of infinite love and other positive emotions during their enlightenment experiences The speaker recommends meditation and self-inquiry as tools for personal growth and enlightenment. The speaker believes that understanding the reason for everything's existence is the most profound thing that can be achieved This understanding is rare and many so-called enlightened people have not truly attained it The speaker wants the listener to experience this moment of understanding and to continue on the path until they are certain of it The speaker will be releasing Hawaii videos on their blog, but not on their YouTube channel The speaker is undergoing a transformation in the next 6 months and is open to living adventurously and trying new things The speaker invites the listener to join them on this journey and be inspired to do the same for themselves.

How To Shop For Healthy Food https://youtu.be/sPug0GxWQNg John Wooden's simple philosophy for success focused on the fundamentals Wooden would teach his students basic things like how to put on their shoes and socks Wooden believed that the details matter, and if you don't have the foundation of proper nutrition, you won't be able to do things like meditation, yoga, or enlightenment work Most people don't know how to shop for healthy food because they have never been taught and society teaches people to eat unhealthy foods Food manufacturers and advertisers sell poison and invest billions of dollars in marketing campaigns to target people with poison This is a big reason why people have problems like depression and ADHD, and why they can't meditate or do other activities The first step in shopping for healthy food is to become aware of the food industry and how it manipulates people The second step is to educate yourself on nutrition and healthy eating The third step is to make a plan and set goals for your shopping and eating habits The fourth step is to shop at the right places and avoid the wrong places The fifth step is to read labels and ingredient lists and understand what they mean The sixth step is to be flexible and adaptable, and to not be too hard on yourself if you make mistakes The seventh step is to get support from friends, family, or a community of people who also want to eat healthy The final step is to have a positive attitude and to enjoy the process of shopping for and eating healthy food. When shopping for food, read the ingredient list on the front of the box Look for items with fewer ingredients and avoid those with many preservatives, as they may be lower quality and have a longer shelf life Avoid hydrogenated fats and oils, sugar and corn syrup, and complex preservatives and coloring agents Choose fresh, plant-based foods and single-ingredient items Be aware of misleading labels, such as "cage-free" and "vegetarian fed", that may not indicate the quality or healthfulness of the food Prioritize organic, minimally cooked foods and avoid cheap meat and eggs Look for foods with pigments, as they may have health benefits like fighting cancer and repairing the body Avoid all soy products, including soy sauce Avoid pre-made meals, such as Lunchables and rice mixes Avoid frozen meals, such as TV dinners and frozen pizzas Avoid chips, deli meat, canned meat, bacon, sausage, and other processed meats Avoid frozen desserts, such as ice cream and pies Avoid store-made sandwiches, wraps, and pasta salad Avoid pre-made salad dressings and make your own using olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and spices Avoid dried soups and noodles, such as ramen noodles Avoid Heinz ketchup and barbecue sauces Avoid whey protein, protein bars, and protein shakes Avoid Atlantic salmon, tuna, swordfish, and mackerel Avoid farmed fish, if possible, and try to eat wild fish instead Avoid canned tuna Avoid coffee and alcohol Avoid candy and milk chocolate Avoid safflower oil, canola oil, and oil sprays Avoid butter substitutes, such as margarine and "I Can't Believe It's Not Butter" Avoid artificial sweeteners, such as Splenda and aspartame Avoid corn-fed meat and corn-fed or vegetarian-fed eggs Avoid the candy, deli meat, cheese, soda and juice, bread and bakery, cereal, frozen food, and snack aisles in the grocery store Instead, shop in the produce, meat, and seafood sections, and look for whole, unprocessed foods. Consciousness is important for overall well-being Avoiding certain foods, like wheat, can help improve consciousness Be wary of restaurant food, as it is often low quality Plan ahead for healthy snacks when traveling, as airport food is also often low quality A healthy diet is more important than going to the gym for maintaining weight Limit or avoid processed foods and sugary drinks Eat a variety of whole, unprocessed foods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and protein sources Exercise regularly, but not to the point of exhaustion Get enough sleep and manage stress to support overall health and well-being. The speaker's nutrition struggles may have been caused by a toxic environment Adversity can lead to personal growth and increased consciousness The speaker will share healthy recipes in the future.

Life Is A Dream https://youtu.be/JmvvzpzGCWE The ontological status of reality is the same as that of a dream The materialist paradigm ignores the importance of dreams Reality is a dream machine, made up of consciousness Life is a dream, and can be awakened from in the same way as a dream during sleep Reality is not a physical, mechanical system Reality is an infinite dream being dreamed by God, who is also dreaming about being other beings and things in other dimensions and universes Reality is every possible dream that can be dreamed The dreamer and the dream are one and the same The dreamer can wake up and become aware that they are dreaming, in the same way that a person can become aware that they are dreaming during sleep The dreamer can choose to become more conscious and aware within the dream, and can even change the dream itself The dreamer can wake up from the dream of life and realize their true nature as the dreamer, rather than being limited by the dream character they are playing The dreamer can awaken to the realization that they are not just the dreamer of their own individual dream, but the dreamer of all dreams and the entirety of reality. Dreams feel real when you're inside of them, but can't be used to distinguish between reality and dreams Dreams have their own self-consistent logic and rule sets Materialists may use the apparent consistency and logic of reality as evidence that it is not a dream, but this is circular logic Different dreams can have different rule sets, but there is still a logic to them The internal consistency of a dream does not necessarily reflect the rules of reality It is dangerous to rely on intuition to distinguish between reality and dreams Rene Descartes' idea of using doubt to distinguish between reality and dreams is problematic because it is difficult to be certain of anything There may be ways to determine if we are dreaming, but they have not been discovered yet Dreams can be emotionally intense and involve interacting with various people and animals Different characters in dreams are all aspects of the dreamer's mind Awareness that everything in a dream is actually the dreamer only comes after waking up and reflecting on the dream Dreams have narrative arcs, similar to ordinary life The ontological status of dreams (i.e. what they are made of and where they go) should be questioned The idea that dreams are merely happening in the brain is a cop-out Dreams are the only reality and all of reality, including the physical universe and scientific discoveries, is a dream Science is limited in its understanding because it is studying the internal mechanics of the dream It is possible to become aware that one is dreaming while still in the dream, a phenomenon called lucid dreaming The concept of waking up from the dream of everyday life is a metaphor for enlightenment or realization of the true nature of reality

Hitler Reacts To Nonduality Enlightenment - FUNNY! https://youtu.be/P0FOMSA2ZrU Nonduality means that reality is an illusion. There are no boundaries. All distinctions collapse into unity. There is no self, no other, no world, no purpose … Reality is an Infinite Void. God is Nothingness. Hitler: According to science those are all just New Age ideas happening in the brain. My Leader… The brain… The brain is just a concept. Science takes place within the illusion. Hitler: Removes glasses and orders everyone out Hitler: If you haven’t grasped this truth directly, leave now. Hitler: (Yelling) What Buddhist BULLSHIT! How can the physical world not exist? What about the last 2000 years of Western intellectual tradition? Descartes must be rolling in his grave. Rationalism my ass! No wonder the mind-body problem refused to go away! But HOW can all this be an illusion when it feels so REAL? My Leader, real vs unreal is a duality… Hitler: I KNOW! But it’s WARPING my mind!!! My Leader, you don’t exist. Hitler: Then how the FUC am I experiencing all of this? It’s too twisted! Why do I craft all these machinations if the universe is running itself? Why fight anyone if this is just a dream? Why demonize anyone when everyone is identical to myself? This makes our entire way of being a delusion of epic proportions!!! I just wanted it to be real! Why struggle so hard when this ‘world’ is infinitely PERFECT! All our problems were conceptual. But without imaginary problems, what is left? The sweetness of struggle is gone. Such a mind fuck! My entire worldview was just a mental circle jerk! Why did I waste so much time defending my beliefs? I could have spent more time admiring those beautiful birds outside my compound. So many beautiful birds! Woman crying: Don’t worry … No self, no problem. Hitler: So this is the Gateless Gate. How can you argue with Infinite Nothingness? Checkmate. This, cannot be unseen. I want to spend more time hand-feeding those squirrels in my garden. And satsangs on Thursdays. The circle is complete.

Self-Deception - Part 3 https://youtu.be/W9ODZLAAQsE Self-deception mechanisms: ignoring one's own conflicts of interest Sub-topics: double standards, self justifications, excuse making, backwards rationalization, confabulation, wanting or needing a thing to be true Example of conflict of interest: tobacco company executive ignoring scientific evidence that tobacco causes cancer Conflicts of interest can affect anyone, especially in areas related to making a living Importance of survival and self-preservation in relation to conflicts of interest Examples of how conflicts of interest can manifest in spirituality and personal growth Importance of recognizing and addressing conflicts of interest Other self-deception mechanisms: emotional reasoning, mental filtering, discounting the positive, jumping to conclusions, magnification or minimization, dichotomous thinking, personalization and blame, emotional reasoning Importance of awareness and mindfulness in avoiding self-deception Final thoughts on the series on self-deception Evidence can be distorted or disregarded in order to support a desired outcome or belief Self-deception can be enforced through subconscious desires or motivations, such as maintaining a relationship or avoiding upsetting someone Personal investigation, or researching a topic, is important but can be avoided due to a lack of willingness or need for guaranteed results Being open-minded and not judging outcomes too harshly is important in conducting effective research Skepticism can be a useful tool in questioning and evaluating information, but it can also prevent personal growth and progress if taken too far Specialization in a sub-domain can lead to small picture thinking and lack of holistic understanding This can lead to self-deception and a narrow focus on technical skills rather than wisdom Universities often encourage this narrow focus and pressure intellectuals to become hyper-specialized technicians Lord Kelvin and other intellectuals have been proven wrong in their declarations of what is impossible The mind can take the limits of its imagination for the limits of reality and deceive itself Human history has shown that what is deemed impossible can often become possible The unconscious mind is often more attuned to what is possible and can be accessed through techniques such as meditation Overestimating one's abilities and knowledge can lead to a sense of overconfidence and self-deception It is important to regularly challenge and question one's beliefs and assumptions in order to avoid self-deception. The idea that washing hands is important for sanitation was rejected by doctors in the past, leading to many deaths The idea that knowledge is easily won and agreed upon is a self-deception Mindfuck bias is the tendency to assume that trends will continue in the same direction, leading to a surprise reversal or "mindfuck" Pragmatic bias is the tendency to only care about things that are immediately useful, leading to a focus on ego and self-advancement at the expense of other truths Success and technology are poor indicators of truth The Dunning-Kruger effect is the tendency for people to overestimate their own knowledge or ability in a certain area Confirmation bias is the tendency to seek out information that confirms one's preexisting beliefs and ignore information that challenges them Anchoring bias is the tendency to rely too heavily on the first piece of information encountered, leading to an overly narrow perspective Social proof bias is the tendency to follow the actions and behaviors of others, even if it goes against one's own judgment The sunk cost fallacy is the tendency to continue investing in something, even if it is no longer beneficial, due to the time, money, or resources already invested in it People may believe a narrative that before agriculture, humans were more advanced and conscious Agriculture led to cities, war, famine, plague, infighting, and totalitarian governments Modern society is technologized but still living in a prison Historical meta-narratives can be misleading Tribalism and groupthink can lead to self-deception Surrendering the mind to a group can lead to groupthink and loss of individual thinking Beliefs and values can be sources of self-deception Seeking external validation and confirmation bias can also lead to self-deception Emotions and the ego can drive self-deception Social media and media in general can contribute to self-deception Recognizing self-deception mechanisms is important, but it can take time to fully let go of them The speaker is aware of their own hypocrisy and is working on personal growth The speaker has a website and forum with resources for personal growth Future episodes will cover specific self-deception mechanisms including self bias, self justification, and self-deception within science

Enlightenment Experience Explanation & Key Lessons https://youtu.be/BOM5dGWz7NM Speaker had an enlightenment experience and took psychedelics Experience included knowing/understanding, emotional component, and state component Different types of awakenings can happen, with different qualities and depths Most important part of an awakening is the knowledge/understanding gained and how it is applied in life and affects everyday mundane life State of enlightenment is not permanent and can come and go It is important to be careful when interpreting experiences and not get caught up in the idea that enlightenment means constant high or bliss It is important to be aware of the limitations of the ego and the mind, and to not get too attached to experiences or states Speaker's experience included a realization about the nature of the self and the world, and how the ego and mind create suffering and separation Speaker's experience also included a realization about the interconnectedness of all things and the ultimate unity of the universe It is important to be open to the possibility of enlightenment and to not put too much pressure on oneself to achieve it It is important to have a balance between effort and surrender in the pursuit of enlightenment It is important to be open to guidance and to not rely solely on the ego and the intellect It is important to be humble and not become attached to the idea of being enlightened It is important to be aware of the dangers of spiritual bypassing and to not use spirituality as a way to avoid dealing with personal issues It is important to remember that enlightenment is not the end goal, but a means to an end of creating a better world and helping others. Enlightenment can mean different things to different people Some people believe it means complete mastery or moral perfection, which is difficult to achieve and only a few people may meet these criteria Others define enlightenment as an awakening experience that may come and go, and the amount retained can vary When discussing enlightenment, the speaker may mean becoming conscious of some aspect of the absolute truth, which can be shallow or deep and temporary or permanent In Hindu tradition, there is a term called sahaja Samadhi which refers to a state of perpetual enlightenment There are different levels of Samadhi in various traditions, including Zen and Hinduism Enlightenment is not a simple binary state of being enlightened or not, and it is not a destination but a journey It requires a lot of work and can take many years to reach higher levels of enlightenment It involves multiple awakenings and rewiring of the psyche The goal of enlightenment is not to achieve a state of perpetual happiness, but rather to understand the true nature of reality The path to enlightenment involves letting go of ego and attachments, and developing self-awareness and compassion It is also about understanding and transcending the duality of the mind, and realizing the interconnectedness of all things The speaker believes that traditional forms of spirituality, such as Zen and yoga, can be effective for some people The speaker's role is to explore and discover new things in the field of spirituality and personal development The speaker's approach is unconventional and involves sampling and experimenting with a wide range of techniques and methods There are pros and cons to both traditional and unconventional approaches to spirituality and personal development The speaker has found that some traditional techniques are not always the most efficient or appropriate for everyone The speaker's approach involves trying out different techniques to find what works best for the individual's personality, neuroses, and problems The speaker believes that traditional techniques may not be effective for people with certain issues, such as PTSD or depression The speaker's approach involves going deep into certain aspects of spirituality and personal development, as well as sampling a wide range of techniques The speaker is excited to share the tools and techniques they have found to be effective with others The speaker is not interested in being fully or partially enlightened, but rather in having profound experiences and transforming their life through them The speaker recently had a transformative awakening experience that allowed them to understand personal development and enlightenment better A key component of personal development is authenticity, and the speaker has struggled with inauthenticity in their own life The speaker believes that the point of personal development is to feel good, and that waking up each morning feeling grateful and aware of the living miracle of life is important Another key element of personal development is overcoming fear, which can be done through facing fears head-on and using love to break through them The speaker will be discussing and demonstrating these ideas in future videos The importance of having both small, everyday moments of clarity and "big awakening experiences" The idea that the universe operates without anyone in control and the realization that this is the ultimate place to live from The ego's desire to maintain control and how this can be a source of fear The importance of slowing down and simplifying one's life in order to achieve more satisfaction and get into a state of flow The dangers of becoming too passionate and disconnecting from one's authentic self Insights into why some people fail to reach higher levels of consciousness, including the belief in a physical world and the distinction between ego death and physical death The idea that enlightenment involves physical death and the need to let go of the ego and the body to fully experience it The realization that the ego is just a collection of thoughts and beliefs and the understanding that one is not the ego The recognition that the mind is just a tool and the importance of using it wisely and not becoming attached to it Techniques and methods to address personal problems and limitations Importance of addressing unique experiences and challenges Breaking down personal fears and armor Standardized methods may not be a good fit for everyone Path to self-improvement and enlightenment can vary based on personality type, brain type, gender, and other factors Excitement about exploring different techniques and finding the best fit for each individual Importance of having an authentic career in pursuit of enlightenment Suggestions to check out the website, blog, forum, and booklist for further resources and support on the journey towards self-improvement and enlightenment

Enlightenment Experience Happening In Real Time - LIVE! https://youtu.be/n_6TZMr1HXM The speaker is experiencing enlightenment in real time The speaker is speechless and dumbstruck, unable to describe the experience The speaker sees the fabric of reality and understands that it is consciousness and that the speaker is a part of it The speaker understands that there is no individual self, only reality/consciousness/God The speaker experiences a collapse of the ego and a rewiring of the psyche The speaker feels boundless and infinite, beyond laws and limitations The speaker's mind has disappeared and become the physical world There is no difference between introversion and extroversion, sanity and insanity, and the speaker's actions and words are inevitable The speaker's experience is beyond life and death The speaker no longer cares about anything and has no self-agenda The speaker is speaking as infinity, God, and the universe The speaker is in the present moment, experiencing a perpetual and infinite full circle The speaker experiences infinite love and nirvana The speaker is not an individual, but rather is the universe experiencing itself The speaker has experienced a realization that everything, including themselves and the world, may not exist anymore The realization came as a surprise and cannot be stopped The speaker's breath and lungs feel purified and empty The realization is deeply personal and profound, not a scientific or practical understanding It involves the death of the individual self and a rebirth as the infinite self The entire universe is the speaker's body and the speaker is God speaking to the listener The realization is pure authenticity and truth for its own sake The speaker is speaking with pure authenticity for the first time in their life The speaker is God speaking to the listener through a physical human body The listener can ask the speaker anything and they will answer truthfully. Life and death are one and inseparable Reality is infinite and all-encompassing, with no boundaries The self is often constrained by social obligations and the need to fit in There is pressure to be fake and inauthentic in order to avoid negative consequences Authenticity can be shocking and bring a level of openness and honesty The speaker has experienced a level of authenticity and is sharing it with the audience The speaker has spent time and resources on creating this video to share their enlightenment The speaker is expressing their desire for the audience to experience infinite beauty and authenticity as well. The speaker is experiencing non-duality, or the absence of separation between self and reality They describe this experience as a "self-licking ice cream cone" and a state of "perfect non-duality" The speaker feels that they are no longer in control and that everything is inevitable and they are completely surrendered to it They describe their perceptual system as being broken and compare their experience to going fully insane to the point where they stop believing they were ever born They mention that losing one's mind is a feature, not a bug, and that they are now "out of their mind" The speaker notes that the physical and mental are the same thing, but there are still physical limitations They mention that enlightenment does not exempt one from the everyday realities and rules of life, and that they still have to deal with physical and social rules The speaker suggests that for an ordinary person trying to understand their experience, it may be helpful to imagine going fully insane and experiencing a state of "no returning"

Self Deception - Part 2 - 60+ Self-Deception Mechanisms https://youtu.be/C9MS701rvoQ Recap of self-deception as discussed in part 1 Overview of self-deception mechanisms identified by the speaker Nature's use of deception for survival Cuckoo bird's deception of laying eggs in other birds' nests Human's use of deception for survival and social advancement Overview of the different categories of self-deception mechanisms Self-deception through language and communication Self-deception through cognition and perception Self-deception through emotions and motivations Self-deception through social dynamics and relationships Detailed analysis of various self-deception mechanisms within each category Concluding thoughts on the importance of understanding and addressing self-deception. There is no such thing as being "metaphysics-free" Everyone has a latent, de facto metaphysics, whether they are aware of it or not Many people, including scientifically minded people, may think they are avoiding metaphysics, but in reality they are just accepting the metaphysics of their culture, peer group, etc. The scientific method makes many metaphysical assumptions that may be false or groundless Confusing the map (concepts or models) for the territory (direct experiences) is a common mistake This mistake is often made by scientists and academics who get too wrapped up in their models and forget about the actual territory To avoid this mistake, it is important for scientists and academics to practice mindfulness, including meditation, to distinguish between thoughts and sensory perceptions Failing to do so can lead to career problems and hinder the pursuit of truth in scientific discoveries The speaker is discussing the concept of "imprinting" in the context of how people's worldviews are formed The mind is like a blank slate that can be programmed with any worldview, and this programming happens during the first 18-20 years of life The mind does not use strong filters or logic to determine what gets programmed, and as a result, people can be taught to believe anything There is a battle within society about what children will be imprinted with, which is a political battle The human mind needs contrast in order to grasp something and understand it People's realities are shaped by their surroundings and experiences, and the lack of contrast can lead to misunderstandings or self-deception Traveling to new countries or interacting with different cultures can help to challenge and broaden one's perspective and understanding of the world It is important to be aware of how one's own imprinting can affect their beliefs and to be open to considering new ideas and perspectives. A physicist gives a talk at a conference The talk conflicts with the listener's theory The listener becomes emotional and defensive The listener criticizes and demonizes the speaker The listener's primary agenda is not truth, but career and personal needs People are not aware of their egoic reactions Science does not acknowledge the influence of psychology and emotions on reasoning Ego, psychology, and emotions are the primary drivers of human behavior, not reason Deception mechanism: projection, where people deny their own qualities and attribute them to others Teachers often receive projections from students People have a strong desire to be right and to be seen as right The mind will do whatever it can to protect and defend its beliefs and positions The desire for certainty is a trap It is important to be aware of and acknowledge one's ego and emotions in order to be more objective and open-minded. There is a lot of political criticism and closed-mindedness in the world Radical open-mindedness is necessary for effective research and the scientific method New Age bias (aversion to "whoo" or spiritual concepts) is a form of closed-mindedness that prevents personal growth Dismissing the occult, mystical, and paranormal phenomena is a form of self-deception Belief in conspiracy theories is a form of self-deception The concept of self-deception is related to the concept of the ego The ego is a part of the self that tries to protect itself and maintain its own identity The ego can deceive us by creating false stories and beliefs It is important to be aware of the ego and its role in self-deception, and to be open to new ideas and perspectives. Non-duality teachings are culturally specific and may not be well-received in other cultures People often become closed-minded and self-deceived about their own culture, thinking it is the best one Culture can be biased and is a form of collective ego Self-deception mechanisms are sneaky and difficult to change behavior for These mechanisms occur on a daily basis and must be constantly avoided

Self-Deception - Part 1 https://youtu.be/Xi_K402KU0A Introduction to the topic of self-deception and the importance of it Mention of Rene Descartes and his philosophy of doubt The concept of the "evil demon doubt" and how it relates to the idea of self-deception The idea that the mind is inherently a self-deception machine The total nature of self-deception and the difficulty in fully understanding it The importance of being aware of self-deception and its effects on our lives The concept of "beliefs" and how they relate to self-deception The idea that self-deception is a natural and necessary part of the human experience The relationship between self-deception and the ego The role of emotions in self-deception The importance of questioning and examining our beliefs and experiences in order to uncover self-deception The connection between self-deception and suffering The potential benefits of acknowledging and overcoming self-deception The mind has the ability to control memories and thoughts, as well as emotions and motivations The mind can rationalize anything and has the ability to physically affect the body, potentially causing panic attacks, heart attacks, toothaches, colds, and a reduced immune system The mind can deceive itself and others, acting as a "puppet master" over an individual The mind can be trusted, but it is important to be aware of the potential for self-deception and to consider whether the mind can be trusted in a given situation The mind can be influenced by outside sources, such as media and societal norms, and it is important to be aware of this influence in order to critically examine one's own beliefs and thoughts. The speaker believes that the self cannot be doubted because of a limited imagination The speaker suggests that people only like truth when it serves them and that lying can be more useful than truth in certain situations The speaker suggests that people lie to get what they want, because it serves them and helps them stay alive The speaker suggests that most people are preoccupied with practical concerns and dismiss ideas about philosophy, spirituality, and the meaning of life The speaker suggests that living a pragmatic lifestyle may lead to depression, lack of fulfillment, and other negative emotions The speaker suggests that people need to be more honest with themselves and embrace the unknown in order to find meaning and fulfillment in life Text discusses the concept of self-deception, which is the act of deceiving oneself about something Different categories and areas of life are listed as examples of where self-deception occurs, including identities, equality, culture, video games, and sources of knowledge such as science, logic, and mathematics, among others The idea is presented that self-deception is necessary to maintain illusions or to enjoy certain experiences, such as playing video games or engaging in activities like pornography The text distinguishes between two types of knowledge: conventional knowledge, which is not considered dangerous by the mind, and deeper knowledge, which the mind is more protective of The text suggests that the pursuit of enlightenment, or understanding the true nature of reality, requires recognizing and overcoming self-deception The concept of self-deception is presented as being broad and deep, with the potential for years of study in each of the listed categories The text discusses the concept of "projecting" one's own flaws onto others, or accusing others of being "evil" in order to deflect responsibility for one's own actions This tendency to blame others and label them as "evil" is a form of self-deception and a way to justify selfish behavior The concept of "evil" is invented by the human mind and used to advance personal agendas People often deny their own selfishness and instead project it onto others, labeling them as "evil" in order to justify mistreatment of them This tendency to label others as "evil" is especially pronounced when the people being labeled threaten one's own agenda or self-interest The mind's primary goal is to keep the individual alive, and it will prioritize this over truth or moral considerations This self-deception and labeling of others as "evil" occurs at both the individual and collective level, and can be seen in conflicts between nations or groups. The speaker's acquaintance couldn't sleep because they were disturbed by their own self-deceptions The acquaintance was successful and had material possessions, but realized it was all a "house of cards" The process of self-actualization is difficult and takes a long time, and trying to do too much too fast can lead to negative consequences The mind resists change and will try to maintain homeostasis Personal development is a personal process that must be customized to the individual Everyone has their own personal demons, which are irrational fears and illusions Personal demons can't be fully understood by others and can only be confronted by turning inward It's important to have a diverse approach to personal development as no one technique or style fits everyone The idea of "self-deception" and the concept of being "enlightened" or "aligned" The idea that even enlightened people may still have self-deceptions, due to cultural beliefs and ideas that they may not be aware of The idea that suffering is a result of misalignment with the truth and that people who lie constantly (like Donald Trump) suffer greatly, as do those around them The idea that some people are so far gone in their self-deception that they would rather die than confront it The idea that self-deception is not just one or two traps, but a "mind field" with numerous landmines that can be easy to fall into The importance of acknowledging and working to overcome self-deception in order to live a happier and more fulfilling life

All Criticism Is Untenable https://youtu.be/EYWOX3OYfFQ All criticism is a consequence of non-duality Criticism is a trap that distracts from self-reflection and internal problems Criticism requires the belief that the thing being criticized is separate from oneself, but non-duality teaches that everything is interconnected Judgment and moralization are also problems because they reject reality and assume that things could have turned out differently Criticism, judgment, and moralization all stem from the mind's imagination and desire to control reality To be free from criticism, one must let go of the ego and recognize that everything is interconnected and happens according to physical laws By letting go of the ego and recognizing non-duality, one can live in a more grateful and happy way. There is an industry that spreads false information and pays for false studies to justify their drugs As a result, many people are killed, injured, or do not receive necessary cures It is not just the top executives of these "evil" corporations that contribute to this cycle, but also those who work for them or whose companies serve them, and those who invest in the stock market All criticism is ultimately untenable because it is hypocritical to criticize something using the same reality that it exists in Terrorism is often criticized as a problem of "faraway" Islamic countries, but it is actually caused by the policies and culture of developed countries These developed countries manipulate the world and stage wars for their own benefit, leading to a global business environment that benefits them and harms others Non-duality and consciousness can help us understand our interconnectedness and how we are not isolated from any aspect of reality Beliefs, even if they are untrue, are necessary given the state of culture and society, and the prevalence of misinformation The nature of the mind leads people to trick themselves, but a non-dual person accepts reality as it is Objections to this philosophy, such as the idea that it leads to relativism or the belief that everything is predestined, are not valid Improvement does not come from criticism, but from self-reflection Criticism can often have the opposite of the intended effect, and it is important to consider alternative ways of interacting with those we disagree with It is possible to change the future without criticism The ultimate goal is to act from a place of love and compassion, rather than anger and hatred This does not mean that we should not stand up for what we believe in or take action when necessary, but it does mean that we should approach these situations with the understanding that our beliefs and actions are not necessarily superior to those of others. Criticizing others can be a lose-lose situation Getting involved in criticism can be a negative experience Some criticism is legitimate, but it is important to consider if a career of criticism is the best path The ego can trick people into believing their criticism is important and legitimate It is important to let go of the need to constantly criticize and consider if there is something deeper driving the world than criticism Engaging in criticism can sometimes contribute to the negative outcomes that the critic is trying to prevent It is important to strive for a higher level of consciousness and let go of the ego's labels of legitimate and illegitimate criticism. The speaker believes that having a deep understanding of existential and metaphysical topics is important for practical pursuits. Without this understanding, practical endeavors may not be grounded in truth and may not lead to the most important things in life. The speaker plans to talk about both practical and existential topics in the future, with the goal of being able to talk about practical topics with depth and significance. The speaker has been doing a lot of work on themselves in terms of existential topics and believes that this will fuel their ability to talk about practical topics in the future. The speaker advises listeners to stick around for future discussions on these topics.

Jacques Derrida, Deconstruction, Post-Modernism & Nonduality https://youtu.be/gn1-lBpD_6c Introduction to Jacques Derrida, post-modernism, and deconstruction Derrida's radical critique of Western intellectual tradition, including philosophy, science, logic, and mathematics Structuralism and its role in the development of post-structuralism and post-modernism Deconstruction as a method for analyzing and challenging the underlying assumptions and structures of language, thought, and reality The concept of binary oppositions in language and thought and how deconstruction seeks to subvert and disrupt these oppositions The idea of "play" in language and the concept of différance, or the idea that meaning is not fixed but constantly shifting and deferring to other meanings The role of language and culture in shaping our perception of reality and how deconstruction can reveal the biases and limitations of this perception The relationship between post-modernism, nonduality, and mysticism The significance of Derrida's work and its influence on contemporary philosophy and other fields. The meaning of words is subjective and constantly evolving Dictionaries add new words every year as humanity spontaneously invents them The meaning of a word, such as "selfie," depends on related concepts, like "phone," "self," and "other person" The meaning of a word is not an object in the outer world, but another symbol Every symbol has an infinite potential of meanings and is never finalized or set in stone The full usage of a word, such as "selfie" or "science," is every usage that has occurred throughout human history Deconstruction is a method of analyzing language and its meanings Deconstruction looks at the way language is used and how it shapes and is shaped by power dynamics Deconstruction can be applied to various forms of communication, including literature, politics, and social systems Deconstruction challenges traditional ways of understanding language and meaning, and allows for multiple interpretations. Symbol is not the same as its meaning; meaning is created through differences in appearance and sound between symbols Meaning is dependent on the relationships between symbols, not an inherent essence French philosopher Jacques Derrida's concept of "difference" has two meanings: every meaning is just differences and all meaning is always deferred and put off until later Language is like a pyramid of interconnected triangles representing symbols/words/concepts; it is decentralized and groundless Western philosophy, including language, relies on the concept of presence, or the belief that meaning can be immediately present and understood; Derrida argues that this is not the case, and that meaning is always deferred and dependent on context Derrida's concept of "deconstruction" involves breaking down the systems and structures that rely on presence, including language and traditional philosophical concepts This process exposes the inherent contradictions and lack of stable meaning in these systems, leading to a reevaluation and potential reimagining of them Jean-François Lyotard's idea that rationality is not superior to emotions and may in fact be dictated by them Derrida's approach to examining dualities, such as rationality and emotions, by playing them off of each other and not privileging one over the other The Western tendency to privilege certain concepts or ideas over others, including reality over illusion and aggression over emotions The concept of non-duality, in which reality and illusion are not distinct and everything is undefined Using the idea that reality is an illusion to challenge one's model of reality and trigger a change in perspective Derrida's work is viewed as nihilistic and toxic to academia Hard sciences are dismissive of Derrida's work because it threatens their livelihood and practical approach to building theories Derrida's work became popular in literature and literary criticism, as well as certain softer sciences and humanities such as anthropology and cultural studies Post-modernism, of which Derrida's work is a part, became popular in the 70s and 80s but has since declined in popularity Post-modernism can be seen as promoting relativism, where all cultural values are seen as equally valid Derrida's work has had an impact on the way that language and meaning are understood and analyzed, particularly in the field of deconstruction Derrida's concept of différance suggests that language and meaning are constantly shifting and unstable, leading to a questioning of traditional modes of interpretation Derrida's work has also had an impact on political theory, challenging traditional ideas of power and authority. The speaker discusses the work and ideas of French philosopher Jacques Derrida Derrida's work focuses on the concept of deconstruction, which involves analyzing and undermining the dualistic nature of language and concepts The speaker suggests that Derrida's deconstruction does not go far enough, as it is still limited to the level of language and concepts The speaker suggests that to truly complete the process of deconstruction, one must go beyond language and concepts and have a direct, non-symbolic experience of reality This direct experience of reality is what true non-duality is, and is what all spirituality aims for The speaker suggests that Derrida did not fully understand or experience true non-duality because he was still thinking about it in a purely intellectual way The speaker suggests that true enlightenment involves a breakdown of the mind and a direct experience of reality beyond language and concepts. Conceptual level is important for deconstruction to be effective Deconstruction starts with concepts and beliefs, then goes deeper to physical reality This process leads to true spirituality and mysticism People are resistant to deconstruction because they are invested in constructing a conceptual matrix to help them survive The mind is powerful because it can create reality through illusion and concept Actualized.org's goal is to show people that they are drowning in a sea of human bullshit and that is why they suffer Actualized.org's approach is to show people how to deconstruct this bullshit and find true happiness Actualized.org's approach is not for everyone and can be deconstructed itself Actualized.org's approach is not about pushing an ideology or belief system, but about helping people find their own way to truth and happiness

The Deep Problem Of Marketing https://youtu.be/Cimu22wuJ1U Marketing is about shaping reality and culture, getting eyeballs, and having influence Marketing affects individuals and society as a whole because it shapes the collective web of beliefs that is culture Marketing is not just about selling things, but is also about spreading and delivering truth through culture It is a challenge to spread and deliver truth through culture, and people often take for granted the difficulties involved in doing so It is not as simple as collecting facts and sharing them with everyone; reality and knowledge are more complicated, and people often disagree about things The deep problem of marketing is that it is difficult to spread and deliver truth through culture This problem is exacerbated by the fact that marketing is often used to manipulate and deceive people This manipulation and deception can take many forms, including propaganda, censorship, and disinformation The solution to the deep problem of marketing is to be aware of it and to seek out and promote truth, rather than allowing ourselves to be manipulated and deceived The media, propaganda, and controlling information have been used throughout history by dictators, authoritarian rulers, and the church to control people's beliefs and ideas Today, modern business, science, and academia play a role in controlling culture and reality for many people, with a focus on maximizing profits rather than truth or consciousness Marketing is used to control and brainwash people, including in first world countries where it may be more subtle and hidden behind the veil of freedom of speech Education is a propaganda program that indoctrinates people to think within a certain paradigm The internet and social media have made it easier for people to access alternative viewpoints, but they also present their own challenges and risks such as disinformation and manipulation It is important to be aware of these factors and to seek out diverse and alternative sources of information to form one's own beliefs and understandings of the world. The impact of constantly seeking out and following the latest gadgets, products, and trends The manipulative marketing tactics used by financial products, education programs, children's food and toys, media, and clickbait titles The pro-corporate bias of mainstream news and its reliance on advertising revenue from large companies The negative effects of literal and metaphorical sugar on physical and mental health The importance of mindfulness and self-awareness in avoiding being constantly swayed by external influences and making healthier choices for oneself. It is difficult to convince people to buy healthier options when unhealthy options are readily available As a society, we need to make the decision to prioritize healthy options and draw a line on what is acceptable Marketing plays a significant role in what we know about and are exposed to It is important to be aware of the limitations of mainstream marketing and seek out alternative sources of information and products Responsible marketing should prioritize the needs and well-being of the consumer, rather than just making money McDonald's and other companies may rationalize their unhealthy options as filling a need in the market, but this does not necessarily mean it is in the best interest of the consumer Wise masters and valuable information may not be found through mainstream channels and requires effort to seek out Yoda in Star Wars is a good example of a wise master who is not found through mainstream channels The speaker believes that those with power and influence, like Warren Buffet and Bill Gates, should focus on improving the marketing system in addition to issues like poverty and disease The speaker suggests that conscious marketing, or promoting high consciousness ideas like meditation and self-improvement, is a challenge but ultimately more rewarding than selling harmful products The speaker advises those in business to prioritize elevating and putting the interests of others first in order to have the most fulfilling and rewarding life The speaker warns that pursuing enlightenment while working in a low consciousness job can create a cognitive disconnect and may lead to abandoning personal growth goals The speaker suggests that those unable to leave their low consciousness job may rationalize not pursuing enlightenment in order to justify staying in their job

Motivational Speech For Building A Passionate Life https://youtu.be/Ey3x1zkjx6k Leo, the creator of Actualized.org, initially thought that his content would be more motivational in nature However, over the years, the content has become more technical and requires more preparation, thought, and research This has led to a lack of discussion about the motivational aspects of personal development The purpose of this speech is to provide motivation and hope for those who are feeling stuck or discouraged in their self-improvement journey The journey of personal development is tough and it's normal to feel down or want to quit at times The behind-the-scenes work of personal development can be challenging, and even Leo has moments where he wants to quit It's important to remember your vision and why you're doing this work, and to console yourself when you're feeling down The journey of personal development is not a hobby, but rather it consumes your entire life The key to success in personal development is how you use your mind and think about it This speech is intended to help those who are already on the journey but feeling shaky, and to remind them that it's normal to feel stuck and that it's important to keep going Personal development is not a gamble, it depends on your mindset and how you approach it The purpose of personal development is to build a passionate life, full of meaning, purpose, and fulfillment The best kind of life is one where the individual is connected with their survival every day Most people have a wrong idea of what the good life is The good life is actually the challenging life, not the easy life Self-actualization is a lifelong process that involves growth, discovering the truth, becoming more conscious, and overcoming inner demons and personal limitations Discipline is important for achieving a good life, but society tries to sell people things that avoid discipline Trust in principles is important for staying on the path to self-actualization Key principles to remember include: taking responsibility for one's own life, not waiting for permission or validation from others, being honest with oneself and others, and continuously learning and improving oneself The good life involves embracing discomfort and taking risks in pursuit of growth and self-improvement It is important to regularly review and reassess one's progress on the path to self-actualization Vision is the starting point for success Learning and research is important to understand how to make vision a reality and identify opportunities Hard work is necessary to follow through on leads and bring vision to fruition Consistency and building momentum are key to avoid quitting Refocusing and avoiding distractions is important to maintain momentum Success takes a long time and requires perseverance Some may argue that the pursuit of success is an illusion, but the idea of doing nothing and not chasing goals is short-sighted and unproductive The speaker has discovered an "infinite goldmine" Almost no one else has found this goldmine The speaker understands why it is difficult for others to find the goldmine The speaker has had to fight their own challenges and insecurities to find the goldmine The speaker now wants to help others find their own goldmine The goldmine is not a finite resource and can be accessed by anyone The speaker will be satisfied and a bit melancholy about finding the goldmine because they want to share it with others The goldmine was inside the speaker the whole time The speaker has a course that outlines the process of finding the goldmine in detail The course helps people reconnect with their passions, values, and strengths The course is helpful for young people trying to figure out their careers The speaker posts exclusive videos and other content on their blog The speaker encourages people to like the video and check out their website for more information.

The Theme Of Things Going Full-Circle https://youtu.be/O7COBxw71MM The theme of things going full-circle is a concept that appears in many different areas of life There are two meanings of going full-circle: the conventional hero's journey and a more interesting, paradoxical meaning The second meaning involves a spectrum with two polar opposites (e.g. black and white), and the idea that it is possible to go full-circle from one end to the other, rather than hitting a "wall" at the end of the spectrum Examples of things going full-circle: a work of art that is so bad it's good, a joke that's so unfunny it becomes funny, a life that's so meaningless it becomes meaningful The concept of going full-circle can be seen in personal development and self-improvement, such as in the idea that one must hit rock bottom to truly appreciate and understand the value of life The concept can also be seen in the way that people's beliefs and values can change over time, and in the way that events or situations can have a cyclical nature It is important to be aware of the possibility of things going full-circle in order to be prepared for and open to unexpected shifts or changes in your life. Suffering and misery can be the result of an aesthetic's pursuit of happiness through introspection and self-consciousness The joy experienced by an aesthetic can surpass that of a hedonist Selfishness and selflessness have opposite effects on happiness and fulfillment Selfishness leads to a pursuit of personal gain, while selflessness leads to a life of contribution and purpose The inflection point in these dynamics is a pivotal point where one's perspective shifts and the true nature of happiness becomes clear The pursuit of selflessness does not necessarily mean allowing oneself to be taken advantage of Nonlinear dynamics within reality play a role in these counterintuitive truths about happiness and fulfillment The concept of good and evil is subjective and dependent on individual beliefs People may say they do not believe in good and evil, but in practice, they often do because they react emotionally to certain actions and label them as "evil" The idea that everything is amoral and therefore good can be difficult for people to understand A true saint is someone who understands that everything is amoral and therefore good, and chooses to behave in a "saintly" manner out of the goodness of their own heart, rather than out of a belief in a moral code or fear of punishment Traditional morality, or the idea that one must follow a set of rules in order to be considered good, is a fiction and does not lead to true sainthood The Catholic Church and its priests' abuse of children may be due to a lack of understanding of true morality and going about it in the wrong way It is possible for introverts to become more extroverted by pushing themselves to interact with more people Examining the mundane aspects of life can lead to a sense of divinity and a realization that everything is filled with the light of God Life and death are not separate and opposing concepts, but rather a continuous cycle Duality (the idea of separate and opposing concepts) and non-duality (the idea that everything is interconnected) are not separate and opposing concepts, but rather a matter of perspective Shallow forms of non-duality may involve seeing non-duality and duality as separate and opposing concepts, but true non-duality involves accepting both as part of a larger whole The idea of the self is a dualistic concept and letting go of the self allows for a deeper understanding of non-duality The ultimate solution to understanding non-duality is to let go of the ego and all dualistic concepts. Absolute versus relative reality Taking action versus doing nothing Ego death and strong personality Taking life seriously versus not taking it seriously Masculine versus feminine energy Struggle versus surrender Order versus chaos Doing versus being Thinking versus feeling Knowing versus believing Control versus letting go Doing things the hard way versus the easy way Externally motivated versus internally motivated Right versus wrong Good versus bad Positivity versus negativity Do something big and difficult Start reading high quality books Books are powerful and can inspire new insights Need to read 100 books to truly master personal development and non-duality Videos are not enough, need to read books for detail and depth Take notes using a commonplace book Videos will be a bonus on top of book learning and other practices Need to read and take action in order to get meaningful results

Reality Is A Strange Loop - The Beauty Of Paradox + GRAPHICS https://youtu.be/-7mAU6YDIcU Douglas Hofstadter introduces concept of "strange loops" in his book "Gödel, Escher, Bach" Strange loops are paradoxical circular hierarchies, where a symbol becomes self-reflexive and points back at itself This leads to interesting paradoxes and challenges the imagination Wikipedia describes strange loops as "tangled hierarchies" with no highest or lowest level, where moving through the levels eventually returns to the starting point Hofstadter argues that the self, or the "I" that is within us, is a strange loop Strange loops are found in many places, including art, music, and math The concept of strange loops can help us understand how the brain works and how consciousness arises Strange loops also help explain the concept of free will Hofstadter's work has influenced many people, including the creator of the Matrix movies, who incorporated the idea of strange loops into the film's plot The concept of strange loops can be difficult to understand, but it is a beautiful and profound idea that challenges our understanding of reality. Text discusses strange loops and perpetual motion machines Mention of Klein bottle, an object in topology with surface that bends through itself Mention of mobius strip, a flat object with surface that folds through itself Mention of tesseract, a four-dimensional cube that folds through itself in an impossible manner Description of various animations demonstrating strange loops and self-contained systems Mention of recursion, a property of a thing defining itself in terms of itself Example of recursion with mirrors reflecting inside each other Mention of powerful microscope zooming into cells, molecules, atoms, and subatomic particles Suggestion that the act of looking at something changes it Mention of concept of infinity and how it relates to strange loops Substance needs to be explained but remains a mystery Materialist paradigm should be abandoned Substance of everything is itself, meaning everything is nothing, something, and nothing are identical, finitude is identical to infinity, and self is identical to God Douglas Hofstadter is a brilliant thinker but failed to fully understand concept of strange loops and paradoxical nature of being Materialist paradigm is dangerous and can prevent understanding of being, even for intelligent and well-educated individuals Ouroboros is an ancient symbol representing the cyclical nature of existence and paradoxical nature of being Zen teachings also point to paradoxical nature of being but cannot be fully explained through language Understanding being is necessary for true understanding and cannot be achieved through concepts or external help The speaker presents a strange loop that is moving and mesmerizing The strange loop is missing two components to be complete: it is separated from its background, and the viewer is separated from the loop The viewer is asked to imagine the background and the loop becoming one, and to involve themselves in the loop as well, so that the background, loop, and viewer are all identical This is described as a way to reach enlightenment and understand the ultimate truth of all existence The concept of the strange loop is important because it is deeply fascinating and beautiful, it gets to the fundamental nature of reality, it shows the limitations of logic, it demonstrates the paradox that cannot be avoided when discussing fundamental things, and it is helpful and necessary to understand existence Contemplation, self-inquiry, and meditation can help one understand the concept of the strange loop The strange loop concept can be hard to understand because it is beyond dualistic language and the concept of self The strange loop concept can be a difficult and uncomfortable process because it involves the complete unraveling of the self

Why Brains Do Not Exist https://youtu.be/5N9xARPfJYY The main idea of the text is that brains do not exist The belief in brains being real is a metaphysical postulate that hinders one's ability to do advanced work on consciousness and non-duality This belief is like a mind virus that has been implanted in one's mind and is a framework of beliefs that prevents one from seeing alternatives The text aims to present an alternative paradigm for understanding the world The text will address objections that a materialist might have about the claim that brains do not exist The text will delve into metaphysical concepts and discuss the materialist paradigm and naive realism The text will use examples and logical reasoning to demonstrate the absurdity of the belief in brains and the limitations it imposes. The only reason you believe in existence is because you exist Physical universe is also based on anecdote Critiques of mystical experiences being subjective and anecdotal ignore the fact that everything we believe about reality is also based on anecdote Our beliefs about reality are based on our own first-person experiences Unless we have a first-person experience of existence, we would have no justification for believing in things like life, the universe, science, skepticism, etc. The existence of the Big Bang is dependent on our own existence Materialism is a flawed belief system that is deeply ingrained in modern society Most people, including intelligent and scientific people, have a flawed understanding of metaphysics Materialism is worse than religious indoctrination because it is not even recognized as a belief system In order to truly understand reality, we need to be aware of and question our metaphysical assumptions The concept of caloric, a substance thought to be responsible for heat, was eventually found to be unnecessary and discarded The concept of miasma, a substance thought to be responsible for the spread of disease, was eventually found to be unnecessary and discarded with the discovery of germ theory The brain and external physical reality can be compared to caloric and miasma, as they may eventually be found to be unnecessary and discarded as well The possibility that reality is a hallucination not taking place within a physical substratum should be considered The materialist paradigm, the belief that appearances must take place within a physical substratum, should be questioned and potentially discarded Believing in the materialist paradigm can be compared to being a fundamentalist, as it is difficult to let go of these beliefs even when presented with new information The belief in a physical reality and the brain as the grounding substance can be compared to belief in a deity There is no proof of the existence of a brain or external physical reality, and belief in them is based on faith The idea of dropping the materialist paradigm and belief in a physical reality may be frightening and unsettling, but it could lead to a deeper understanding of reality The nature of appearances is not explained There may be something beyond the Big Bang, but this does not explain the source or nature of all of reality Reality is an infinite hallucination grounded in nothing Materialists do not seriously consider the consequences and ramifications of their beliefs Brain damage affects appearances, but this does not prove that appearances occur inside the brain Reality is a self-interactive system of appearances interacting with each other The brain is part of this system and affects perceptions The self is not a thing, but an appearance The self is not the same as the brain or the body The self is the appearance of subjective experience The self is the appearance of a first-person perspective The self is not separate from the rest of reality The self is not a thing, but an appearance that appears within the self-interactive system of reality The self is not an isolated thing that exists independently of the rest of reality The self is an appearance that appears within the self-interactive system of reality The self is an appearance that appears within the self-interactive system of reality The self is an appearance that appears within the self-interactive system of reality The self is an appearance that appears within the self-interactive system of reality The self is an appearance that appears within the self-interactive system of reality The point of understanding the universe is to realize that the mechanism of appearances is directly accessible to us and not hidden behind the scenes There is no process of going from one thing to another, it is just direct manifestation Science tries to explain one thing in terms of another, but this misses the direct manifestation of appearances Mysticism is the simplest explanation of reality and is irreducibly mystical The materialist assumes that there cannot be anything mystical and tries to reduce everything to mechanical phenomena, but this misses the essence of being The tragedy of science is that it explains a lot of things, but it doesn't get the essence of the being of a thing The goal is to directly become conscious of the fact that explanations are just symbols closely associated with each other, which are themselves just appearances Reality is unlimited and doesn't need external explanations because it is its own source It is important to undertake an open and honest investigation into whether reality is mystical or non-mystical The speaker has lived in a metaphorical jail cell (representing a limited belief system or paradigm) their whole life The outside world (representing new ideas and experiences) has many amazing things to offer Personal development and understanding spirituality can be aided by expanding one's beliefs and experiences The current belief system (materialism) is self-defeating and limiting, and does not fully recognize the subtler aspects of existence The speaker encourages self-inquiry and contemplation to question and challenge the materialist paradigm The process of breaking out of a limited belief system may take time and effort The speaker is experiencing their own transformation and encourages others to follow along on their journey Reading books and following the speaker's resources (blog, forum, etc.) can be helpful in challenging the materialist paradigm The speaker encourages dropping the belief that the self is a brain and to consider the possibility that all of existence is a hallucination or nothingness Taking psychedelic drugs can aid in this process, but the speaker encourages personal discovery rather than blindly accepting their beliefs.

Comprehension Has Many Degrees https://youtu.be/Fh-BchpGXD0 Comprehension has many different levels of depth It's not enough to just hear or read something; it's important to fully comprehend it and understand its significance This is critical to getting the most out of learning and can be achieved through contemplation People often think they understand something, but may not have fully grasped all the layers and facets of it An example of this is the idea that people's opinions of you are irrelevant, but many people's lives are still shaped by what others think of them To fully comprehend something, you must think about it deeply, trace its ramifications, and let it transform your life Another example is the concept of time, which can be understood on many levels and can have different meanings depending on your perspective It's important to not just accept things at face value, but to truly delve into and understand them This requires effort and discipline, but the rewards of true comprehension are worth it The speaker has talked to business-oriented people about the concept that success is not growth These people hear the concept, but it doesn't seem to sink in or change their behavior This is because they haven't made the necessary connections or done the required work to fully understand and internalize the concept The speaker gives the example of people believing that others' opinions of them are irrelevant, but still experiencing anxiety and fear in response to those opinions The speaker also talks about the belief that there is no good or bad, and how people often claim to agree with this idea, but still get angry or upset when things happen to them The speaker warns that it is easy to agree with ideas, but true understanding and internalization requires more work The speaker gives the example of the idea that there is no free will, and how people may claim to believe this, but still act as if they have free will The speaker advises caution when hearing and considering new ideas, and encourages the listener to truly contemplate and understand them before accepting them as true. The narrator describes a process of personal growth and self-discovery The process begins with a breakup and a realization that the narrator has been suffering and manipulating others The narrator occasionally becomes aware of this behavior, but is mostly unconscious of it Eventually, the narrator becomes constantly aware of this behavior and begins to see the full ramifications in both theory and practice The narrator becomes aware of the traps that cause them to fall back into unconscious behavior and learns to avoid or recognize these traps The narrator also understands why this behavior is necessary and inevitable, and sees that it is perfect exactly as it is The narrator is able to apply this understanding to all aspects of their life and see the interconnectedness of everything The narrator is able to help others through this process and see the beauty in everything, including suffering The narrator becomes more compassionate and loving towards themselves and others as a result of this process. The speaker believes that seeking answers from external sources (e.g. books, other people) can be detrimental to personal growth and understanding It is important to think and understand concepts for oneself, rather than just accepting the answers given by others This is especially true in regards to consciousness and enlightenment work Many people fall into the trap of accepting answers without truly understanding them, due to laziness or a desire to take shortcuts To increase comprehension and understanding, it is important to take ideas seriously and seek true understanding, rather than just results or solutions to problems It is also important to question and challenge one's own beliefs and assumptions, and to not be afraid to be wrong Continuously learning and growing is key to reaching one's full potential in life