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Book Review “First Principles & First Values” by David Nicol
Read on Substack David Nicol is an Australian native now living in North California. His book, Subtle Activism: The Inner Dimension of Social and Planetary Transformation (SUNY Press) was the first comprehensive study of the idea that focused collective intention can powerfully and measurably contribute to social change. David writes a blog on Substack called Geistic Musings, offering his “reflections on the intersection of consciousness and culture.” Book Review “First Principles & First Values” A New Story of Value for Our Times David Nicol Jul 16, 2024 Today I want to share about (what I [...]
Kyle Kingsbury Podcast #366 The Fifth Face of Eros with Marc Gafni
Enjoy this podcast with Dr. Marc Gafni featured on Kyle Kingsbury Podcast. ABOUT: Back again with Marc Gafni to delve into the '12 Faces of Eros,' specifically focusing on the concept of the 'unique self.' Dr. Gaffney explains the intricacies of Eros, which is described as radical aliveness, desiring deeper contact and greater wholeness. The episode addresses how the unique self differs from the separate self and true self, emphasizing its role as an intended, recognized, chosen, and unique expression of reality. The conversation is enriched with philosophical and spiritual discussions, aiming to weave together various streams of [...]
On the Erotic and the Ethical
Download a PDF of the Essay The Temple of the ancient Israelites is the original Hebrew expression of pagan consciousness. Now—as we will see later in this essay—the difference between Temple and pagan consciousness is very crucial. But it is a difference that is only important because of their profound similarity. Both the Temple and the pagan cults shared an intoxication with the feminine Goddess, symbol of sacred eros. The relationship with the Goddess was not a hobby for the Israelites like modern religious affiliation often tends to be. It was an all-consuming desire to [...]