Consciousness Conversations
Consciousness Conversations
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A psychiatrist, a Zen teacher and an astrophysicist, discuss consciousness, grappling with some of the big underlying issues about life, existence, existentialism and what everything's about.
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This show dives into themes of consciousness, existentialism, and the interplay between psychology and spirituality, with episodes covering the nature of the ego, societal implications of self-identity, and the relationship between quantum physics and human perception.
A psychiatrist, a Zen teacher and an astrophysicist, discuss consciousness, grappling with some of the big underlying issues about life, existence, existentialism and what everything’s about.
In this episode Mark, Daizan and Russell discuss good and evil, ethics, values and morality. They explore the fluidity of moral decisions, the nuances of free will, and how mindfulness and Zen practices can aid in discerning wholesome (kusala) and unwholesome (akusala) actions. The conversation delves into how such practices can illuminate one's intentions and encourage compassionate, informed decision-making in daily life.'Consciousness Conversations' is a conversation between Daizan Skinner, a renowned Zen master and author, Dr. Russell Razzaque, an acclaimed psychiatrist and mindfulness advocate, and Dr. Mark Westmoquette, an astrophysicist turned yoga and Zen teacher.00:00 Introduction to Consciousness Conversations00:24 Meet the Hosts: Mark, Daizan, and Russell06:34 Exploring Ethics: Good, Evil, and Wholesomeness17:01 The Paradox of Free Will and Responsibility23:34 Intentions, Actions, and Mindfulness
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