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095 Living Courageously in the Face of Mortality: A Tribute to Ernest Becker
In today's episode, we delve into the world of Ernest Becker's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, Denial of Death.
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094 The Collapse of Time: Douglas Rushkoff and the Age of Present Shock
In today's episode, we're exploring the world of media theorist and philosopher Douglas Rushkoff and how his ideas impact the human experience He's also one of the few living philosophers that we've covered so far (the other being Alain de Botton, go
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093 Buer, the Demon of Philosophy
What if a demon could teach you philosophy? In today's episode, we delve into the world of Buer, the Demon of Philosophy, as described in the Ars Goetia. Known for his teachings in moral philosophy, natural sciences, and medicine, Buer is more than just a demon - he’
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092 Minecraft, but it's an Existential Crisis Simulator
In today’s episode, we’re getting into the voxel world of Minecraft. Far more than just a video game, Minecraft stands as a mirror to the human experience. It challenges us to consider very human ideas of purpose, creativity, and resilience. Through the lens of philosophy and psychology, we’
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091 Why you need a personal philosophy
In today's episode, we explore the raw power of having a personal philosophy.
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090 The Problem with Modern Stocism
In today's episode, we dive into the modern resurgence of Stoicism and explore why today’s self-help versions of the philosophy often feel incomplete
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089 Merkabah Mysticism: Aliens, Magic, and Consciousness
In today's episode, we delve into the ancient world of Merkabah mysticism. Originally rooted in early Jewish mystical practices, the Merkabah—meaning “chariot”—has captivated spiritual seekers, philosophers, and even modern New Age practitioners for centuries. But what is the Merkabah, really? Is it a symbolic pathway to
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088 Every major philosophical ideology in 30 minutes
What have I let myself in for this week?
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087 The Hidden Dangers of the Self Help Industry
In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the darker side of self-help culture. While the self-help industry promises growth, success, and happiness, it can also set unrealistic expectations, create toxic perfectionism, and leave us feeling more isolated than empowered. We’ll explore the false promise of
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086 Are you just a product of your mind?
In this week's episode, we're exploring a rather dramatic and powerful question -"Are you the product of your mind?"
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085 Exploring the Dark Tetrad
In this episode of The Observing I, we’re diving deep into the darker side of human nature—what psychologists call the Dark Tetrad.
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084 Navigating Life with a Narcissist: Essential Strategies
In this episode of The Observing I, we explore the complexities of navigating relationships with narcissists, whether they’re romantic partners, family members, or colleagues.