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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop speaks with Aaron Neyer, founder of Parachute and community organizer in Boulder, about knowledge management, extended minds, and the intersection of AI with human consciousness. They explore how Parachute functions as a digital brain tool for organizing thoughts and information across fragmented systems, discuss the dangers of AI psychosis and over-reliance on technology, and debate open source AI development versus controlled releases by companies like Anthropic. The conversation weaves through topics including the limitations of metrics-driven business thinking, consciousness and relevance realization, the value of technological sabbaths, and Aaron's hope for locally-run open source models that protect personal data while still accessing more powerful gated models when needed. You can find Aaron's writing at unforced.org and unforced.substack.com, and learn more about Parachute at parachute.computer and parachute.computer/blog.Timestamps00:00 Stewart welcomes Aaron Neyer, founder of Parachute and Boulder community organizer, discussing the origin of Parachute's name from Frank Zappa's quote about open minds.05:00 Aaron explains Parachute as an extended mind tool for organizing notes, contacts and information across multiple platforms, emphasizing the distinction between primary mind and extended mind as interconnected systems.10:00 Discussion shifts to metrics-driven business culture and the limitations of pure rationality, exploring how Google's data-driven approach misses subjective experience and the whole picture of relationships.15:00 Aaron discusses AI's ability to help identify relevant variables across different domains and the dangers of AI psychosis, comparing it to cult dynamics and belief systems.20:00 The conversation covers AI sabbaths and nineties retreats as intentional breaks from technology, plus Aaron's experiences with electrical engineering and using AI to design circuits with Arduinos.25:00 Exploring forbidden knowledge and open source AI, Aaron discusses Anthropic's guardrails around powerful models while arguing for distributed access to prevent concentration of power.30:00 Deep dive into open source AI strategy, with Aaron highlighting NVIDIA's approach and the potential for running capable models locally while reserving ultra-intelligent models for complex research tasks.35:00 Aaron shares his vision for local Sonnet-class models handling personal data while accessing Fable-class models for deep research, and directs listeners to unforced.org and parachute.computer for his writing.Key Insights1. The philosophy behind Parachute stems from Frank Zappa's quote that the mind is like a parachute and doesn't work if it isn't open. Aaron Neyer explains that having an open mind is valuable, but it must be balanced with deep roots to avoid becoming untethered. He has experienced periods in his life where excessive openness led him to feel disconnected, teaching him that creativity and expansion need to be grounded in something substantial. This same principle applies to how we organize information digitally, where openness and interoperability allow our extended minds to become more connected and coherent, which in turn helps our primary minds think more clearly.2. Parachute is designed as an extended mind tool that addresses the fragmentation problem in how we currently manage information. Most people use multiple disconnected tools like Obsidian, Notion, Apple Notes, Google Keep, and various CRMs to organize their thoughts, notes, and relationships. These systems don't communicate well with each other, creating inefficiency and confusion. Parachute aims to create a simple, intuitive system where all this information can be organized in one place with true interoperability, allowing users to own their data and have it speak effectively with other tools, ultimately making our entire extended mind more functional.3. Understanding ourselves as unified body mind organisms rather than fragmented parts is essential for effectiveness. Living systems theory shows that any living system is three things: a membrane bound dissipative structure, a self regulating autopoietic network, and a cognitive process actively knowing the world. Western civilization since Descartes and Galileo has created artificial separation between body and mind, and between subjective and objective experience, which limits our effectiveness. The same fragmentation affects our digital technology, and recognizing both our biological and digital systems as coherent wholes rather than disconnected parts makes us vastly more capable.4. The relationship between data driven approaches and holistic thinking reveals important limitations in modern business and science. While working at Google, Aaron observed how data driven decision making can be powerful, but over reliance on metrics like ROI creates blindness to crucial unmeasurable factors like goodwill and relationship quality. This reflects a broader Western tendency to exclude subjective experience because it's difficult for objective science to measure. However, emotions, relationships, and other subjective elements are essential parts of reality, and focusing only on quantifiable metrics means missing the whole picture and ultimately becoming less effective despite appearing more rational.5. AI accelerates the ability to work with technical complexity by helping with relevance realization across domains where we lack expertise. In any specialized field, experts develop intuitive senses for which variables matter and can quickly identify problems, whether in computer troubleshooting, music, or cooking. AI's ability to generalize allows it to point people toward relevant solutions in areas where they haven't developed that intuitive expertise, effectively democratizing technical capability. This means people can direct their creativity more effectively across more domains, though it also raises concerns about giving powerful capabilities to those who may lack the wisdom to use them responsibly.6. The question of open source AI versus gated access involves complex tradeoffs between democratizing power and preventing harm. Aaron respects Anthropic's approach of creating guardrails around powerful models like Mythos, which would likely have caused significant system hacks if released without restrictions. However, this creates concerning power dynamics where only wealthy companies, governments, and their allies have access to the most powerful tools. NVIDIA offers hope through their truly open source approach including full training pipelines, and there may be a viable path where open source models at the Sonnet capability level handle most tasks locally while more powerful Fable class models remain gated for the most demanding work.7. Creating intentional breaks from AI and technology is essential for maintaining clear independent thinking. Aaron practices an AI Sabbath at least one day per week when he doesn't interact with AI, and he finds these are the days when he does his best thinking and journaling. Without these breaks, he finds himself constantly jumping between journaling and prompting AI rather than giving himself space for deep reflection. This pattern mirrors broader concerns about AI consistency creating cult like dynamics similar to organized religion, where constant immersion in a belief system or technology can lead to losing the ability to think independently, making periodic disconnection crucial for maintaining cognitive autonomy and clarity.
In this episode, I spoke about a daily prayer that has become an anchor for me.“Guide me to where I'm destined to be. To the people I'm meant to meet. To the ground that calls my name. To the chances that are mine to take. To the life that's mine to live.”It is simple, but it is not passive.This prayer is not about sitting back and waiting for life to happen. It is about learning to trust the timing of what is meant for us, while staying awake enough to move when the moment arrives.It asks us to have faith. Faith that lets us keep walking even when we cannot see the whole path yet.It asks us to listen. To the body, to the pull, to the quiet knowing. To the truth that often speaks softly before it becomes loud enough to ignore.It asks us to stop forcing what is not ours, and to stop dismissing what keeps calling us back.Sometimes we are so busy trying to figure it all out, prove ourselves, choose correctly, be impressive, be safe, be certain, that we miss the small invitations life is placing right in front of us.The right people. The right rooms. The right places. The right chances. The moments that do not always make logical sense, but something in us recognises them.This episode is about devotion to that listening.Support the show
This episode is different.Coach Alex sits down with San Qing on The Way for a wide-ranging conversation about exercise science, stress adaptation, mitochondria, fasting, performance, belief, martial arts, and what happens when the body is challenged and forced to grow.But this conversation also moves into territory that many Faithful Fitness listeners may not be used to hearing.Daoism.Eastern medicine.Energy language.Breathwork.Alchemy.Spiritual frameworks that do not come from a Christian worldview.That is why this episode needs to be heard with discernment.There are places in this conversation where Coach Alex and San Qing find common ground. Stress matters. Adaptation matters. Belief matters. Movement matters. The body and mind are deeply connected. The human body is fearfully and wonderfully complex.But there are also places where the worldviews are very different.As Christians, we do not listen to conversations like this with fear or arrogance. We listen with wisdom. We test what we hear. We recognize what is true, reject what is false, and bring every thought captive to Christ.Because Jesus is not one spiritual option among many.He is the way, the truth, and the life.In this episode, Coach Alex brings exercise science and Christian stewardship into a conversation outside the walls of the church. He discusses his work with Everyday Spy, the role of adaptive stress, why movement forces belief into action, how mitochondria respond to challenge, why “1% better” matters, and why the body cannot be separated from the life of faith.Listen carefully.Listen prayerfully.And ask yourself:Where have I absorbed spiritual ideas from the culture around me without testing them against Scripture?The body matters.The mind matters.Belief matters.But Christ is Lord over all of it.Timestamps00:00 – Belief, Genetics, and Performance00:35 – San Qing's Bodybuilding Journey and Daoist Framework04:21 – Coach Alex Reframes Fitness Around DNA and Stewardship06:44 – Myostatin, Genetics, and Natural Muscle Growth07:40 – Everyday Spy, Mission Readiness, and Recovery09:13 – Less Is More: Acute Stress vs. Chronic Stress12:06 – Adaptive Stressors and Epigenetic Potential12:54 – Which Cardio Is Best? It Depends on the Adaptation14:00 – Obesity Genes, Exercise Modalities, and Stress Response17:30 – Bodybuilding, Amino Acids, ATP, and Supplement History24:13 – Mitochondria, ATP, Fuel, and Cellular Energy26:41 – Deconditioning, Processed Food, and Mitochondrial Dysfunction29:07 – Hypoxia, Exercise, and Adaptation32:26 – Weight Training and Localized Hypoxic Stress33:47 – Stress, Adaptation, Expansion, and the Challenge Principle37:14 – Exercise Is Black and White: You Either Do It or You Don't39:40 – Starting With Two Minutes: The 1% Better Principle42:59 – How Belief Can Affect Physical Performance45:23 – Daoist Energy Language and the Body48:10 – The Anterior Cingulate Cortex and Doing Hard Things50:37 – Hypnosis, Suggestibility, and the Power of Influence56:20 – When More Stress Is Not the Answer59:45 – Mind, Body, Science, and the Limits of Explanation01:03:02 – Taoist Energy Categories and Coach Alex's Christian/Scientific Response01:08:31 – Yin, Yang, Energy, and Worldview Differences01:14:16 – Movement, the Narrow Way, and the Christian Walk01:17:22 – Martial Arts, Wu Wei, and Embodied Learning01:19:53 – Everyday Spy, Operation PowerFit, and Final Thoughts01:22:41 – ClosingJoin the Faithful 5K:Walk, jog, run, bring your family, or join us virtually. There is still time to take a real step forward.
In een tijd van constante prikkels, prestatiedruk en 'het westerse verdwalen', biedt de klassieke Chinese filosofie een verrassend actuele uitweg. Wat gebeurt er als we ons krampachtige doeldenken loslaten en de kunst van het 'onbelemmerd zwerven' omarmen?In deze aflevering van De Nieuwe Wereld gaat Wouter Post in gesprek met filosoof, publicist en China-kenner Michel Dijkstra. Centraal staat misschien wel het grootste meesterwerk uit de geschiedenis van China: de innerlijke geschriften van de Zhuangzi.Aan de hand van dit eeuwenoude taoïstische werk bespreken ze het grote contrast tussen onze westerse, statische maatschappij (de ''ratrace'' van de Randstad) en de oosterse filosofie van vloeibaarheid en openheid. Wat kunnen we leren van concepten als Wu Wei (handelen door niet-handelen) en de kracht van het zachte?Bronnen en links bij deze uitzending:
Tommy Hughes returns to the Terrain Theory Podcast for a conversation that builds on our first exploration of Classical Chinese Medicine and takes it into even deeper territory.Drawing from the ancient medical classics, Tommy explains why Chinese physicians believed disease begins in the heart, how chronic emotional patterns can eventually become physical pathology, and why the body's symptoms are often the final chapter of a story that began years earlier. Together we examine the Chinese understanding of anger, fear, purpose, stillness, and the relationship between the inner climate and the outer world.The discussion moves through cancer, trauma, suppression, homotoxicology, Wu Wei, and the symbolism behind the ancient Chinese character for cancer itself. Tommy also shares why martial arts traditionally came before medicine, why biohacking can become another form of striving, and how the Taoist concept of non-doing offers a radically different approach to cultivating health.Rather than searching for another protocol or optimization strategy, this conversation points back toward something much older: restoring harmony, returning to one's original nature, and learning to move with life instead of constantly trying to control it.To learn more about Tommy's work, follow him on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@naturallytom2302 or reach out to him at naturallytom@tutamail.com. Support Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our member platform gives you access to exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netFollow Terrain Theory:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrain_theory/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Terrain-TheoryX: https://twitter.com/terraintheory1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@terraintheoryMusic by Chris MerendaAfter Party Music by Great Balancing Act
In this episode, I talk about something I've been sitting with in my own life and business lately: can you let go of the exact how?Because when we have a desire, an idea, a next step, or a sense that something is shifting, the mind wants to know exactly how it's going to happen. How will it work? How will the money come? How will people find it? How will it all unfold? And if we can't see the full path, we often start doubting and overthinking.I share how I've been noticing this in myself as my business changes and I feel called into new ways of working and creating. There's a part of me that wants certainty before I move, but life doesn't always hand us the full map. Sometimes we get the next step, and that has to be enough.This episode is about learning to trust without needing to control every detail. It's about loosening the grip, staying open, and allowing life to surprise us a little.Maybe the work isn't to figure out the whole how. Maybe the work is to take the next honest step and let the path reveal itself from there.Support the show
This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! What is the Daoist concept of wu-wei? Is wu-wei similar to any concepts from Western philosophy? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss the Daoist concept of wu-wei or effortless action.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening! Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com
In this episode, I'm sharing a reflection on Wu Wei, a Taoist principle often translated as "effortless action" or "action without force," and why this ancient wisdom has landed so deeply for me in this current season of life.For years, my business moved with a rhythm I had come to trust. Coaching spots filled, programs attracted people with ease, and opportunities seemed to flow naturally. But this year has looked very different. For the first time in a long time, coaching enquiries have slowed right down, and a program that has comfortably filled for years now has only a handful of participants.This season has challenged me in ways I didn't expect. It has brought up questions about trust, identity, worth, and what happens when the external validation we've become accustomed to begins to quieten down. Rather than immediately looking for another strategy, another offer, or another way to make things happen, I've found myself sitting with a different question altogether: What if nothing has gone wrong?In this conversation, I explore how quickly we can move into fixing, forcing, controlling, and solving when life doesn't unfold the way we expect it to. I share how Wu Wei has invited me to consider a different approach. One that isn't passive or detached, but one that asks us to stop exhausting ourselves by pushing against reality and instead learn how to move with life rather than against it.I also reflect on something I've been thinking deeply about lately. For many years, my work has been about helping people come home to themselves, uncover their conditioning, recognise the ego, and reconnect with who they truly are. But what if authenticity isn't the destination? What if it's only the beginning?Because once we know who we are, life asks us a new question: Can we trust that person? Can we trust ourselves when the future is uncertain? Can we trust ourselves when the evidence isn't there? Can we trust ourselves when life isn't unfolding according to our plans?This episode is a vulnerable reflection on what it means to stay open when certainty disappears, to loosen our grip on outcomes, and to trust that life may be leading us somewhere we never would have chosen for ourselves.If you've ever found yourself in a season where the old ways no longer seem to work, where you're questioning what comes next, or where life is asking you to trust more deeply than ever before, I think you'll find something for yourself in this conversation.In this episode, I explore Wu Wei and effortless action, trusting life through uncertain seasons, navigating change in business and identity, authenticity beyond self-discovery, releasing attachment to outcomes, and learning how to meet life as it is rather than constantly trying to make it something else.My hope is that this episode reminds you that not every season is meant to be conquered. Some seasons are meant to be listened to.Support the show
Ten questions on inner work, holding others without losing yourself and trusting abundance. I sit with the questions you sent in: how to start meditating again when your nervous system has been hijacked, what to do with the pain of someone who hurt you, how to stay whole as a parent when your child is suffering, how to transmute anger about harm in the world and how to stop playing small. I also share my view on plant medicine, on healing as our capacity to hold suffering and on what Wu Wei taught me about abundance and ease. For anyone tending to their inner realm right now, or quietly sensing it's time to step out of the box they've been told to fit inside. ✨ Free gift: A 30-minute guided journaling session, Day 1 of the Rise Journal Challenge. Find it at asoulcalledjoel.com under "Free Guided Journaling."
In this subscriber episode of Living the Tao, Taoist Master Mikel Steenrod explores the “bedrock” beneath Taoist cultivation and asks a deceptively simple question: What should a person actually build within themselves? The discussion examines the original meaning of Wu Wei beyond passivity, the dangers of spiritual status-seeking, and the Taoist concept of Ling — the subtle spiritual presence tied to harmony, karma, nature, and authentic development. The episode also explores how natural gifts emerge from one's substrate, why some people unconsciously suppress their own development, and why community interaction plays such a critical role in spiritual growth within Taoist practice. Topics include: Wu Wei and naturalness Spirituality vs social status Ling as spiritual presence Karma and the use of personal gifts Community and Taoist cultivation The Taoist view of authentic human development Subscriber Episode: Living the Tao 1-180 — Your Personal Bedrock, Your Personal Gifts Unlock the full episode now on Supercast. Subscribe now at https://living-the-tao.supercast.com
New music from PRESTI, HARRY PUTTER, NIGHTMARES ON WAX, JIM JARMUSCH w/ ANIKA + more hosted by BILL BEARDEN aka WHOA-B + LUKE STOKES. BILL begins the program with a mix of 2 step + UK garage. LUKE follows with an eclectic set of dub, techno + downtempo. [aired 26 Feb 2026 on WLUW-Chicago 88.7FM] >BILL BEARDEN aka WHOA-B Pa Salieu “Belly” (Bakey Remix, 2024) Presti “Big Ting” (Time Is Now, 2026) Main Phase “Hive Mind” (ATW Records, 2026) Holloway “Tailwind” (Nerve Collect, 2025) DJ Haus “Machine Learning” (Interplanetary Criminal Remix, Unknown To The Unknown, 2020) Bodhi “433Mhz” (Ingram, 2025) Coido “Into The Bleak” (Well Street Records, 2024) D1 “Oni” (Tempa, 2025) Adam BFD “Busy Days” (Studio Goncourt, 2025) Jeigo “Emptiness 4 U” (Fleurella Records, 2025) Harry Putter “Drink This Potion” (Swingers, 2026) Oldboy “How’d Ya Feel” (Constant Sound, 2026) Sterling Void “Don’t Wanna Go” (Gemi Remix, 2024) Kepler vs The Trip “House Nation” (Tessellate, 2026) Kobe JT & The Phat Controlla “Next DJ” (Time Is Now, 2022) >LUKE STOKES Bicep “CHROMA 004 ROLA” (CHROMA 000, CHROMA, 2025) Johan Lenox “Show ‘EM Something New” (Full Speed Nowhere, Self Released, 2025) Nightmares on Wax “Bang Bien (feat. Yasiin Bey)” (Echo45 Soundsystem, Warp, 2025) Makaton “Volvelle” (/every.moment, Rodz-Kones, 2025) Weval “OPEN UP THAT DOOR (feat. Kilimanjaro)” CHOROPHOBIA, Technicolour, 2025) Harvey Sutherland “Cigarette” (Debt, clarity recordings, 2025) Deluka “Plastic Emotion” (Supercinema 06 EP, Supercinema Records, 2025) Patrick Watson ” (Uh Oh, Secret City Records, 2025) Venna “Indigo” (MALIK, Cashmere Thoughts, 2025) Hybrid Leisureland “8mm (Mix)” (Flower Bullet, Sonar Library Records, 2025) Jim Jarmusch and Anika “These Days” (Father Mother Sister Brother Soundtrack, Sacred Bones, 2025) Afterlife “WU WEI” (Standing At The Foot Of The Mountain, Subatomic UK, 2025) JL Segel “Mist” (Mist Single, Self Released, 2025) The post absci radio 1410 – whoa-b + luke stokes appeared first on abstract science >> future music chicago.
The art of Wu Wei, doing nothing, rather allowing can really reshape your entire life.
Existe uma sabedoria milenar capaz de transformar completamente a forma como você vende. E ela vem de um lugar inesperado: o taoismo.Neste episódio do Podcast de Vendas, Diego Maia — reconhecido como especialista em vendas número 1 do Brasil, palestrante de vendas mais contratado do país, autor de livros sobre vendas e CEO da CDPV (Companhia de Palestras) — apresenta uma reflexão poderosa sobre comportamento em vendas inspirada nos princípios do Tao.A filosofia taoista ensina algo que todo grande vendedor aprende na prática: a força excessiva gera resistência.Quando um vendedor pressiona demais, argumenta demais ou tenta controlar demais a conversa, o cliente se fecha. A venda trava. A negociação vira um confronto.Mas quando o vendedor entende o fluxo da conversa, escuta com atenção e conduz o diálogo com inteligência, algo diferente acontece: a venda flui naturalmente.Inspirado no conceito de Wu Wei — a ação sem esforço, Diego Maia explica por que os vendedores mais eficazes do mundo não são os mais agressivos, mas sim os mais conscientes, presentes e estratégicos.Neste episódio você vai descobrir:Por que pressionar o cliente pode destruir uma vendaComo aplicar o princípio taoista da água que contorna a pedra nas negociaçõesO erro comportamental que faz muitos vendedores perderem clientesComo lidar com objeções, silêncio do cliente e negociações travadasPor que confiança vende mais do que insistênciaComo desenvolver uma postura mais equilibrada, segura e persuasiva em vendasDiego Maia mostra que vender bem não é lutar contra o cliente — é entender o cliente.Em vez de tentar dominar a conversa, o vendedor de alta performance aprende a conduzir com inteligência, presença e sensibilidade. Essa mudança de mentalidade transforma negociações difíceis em oportunidades e cria relações comerciais muito mais duradouras.Este episódio é especialmente valioso para vendedores, empreendedores, líderes comerciais e profissionais que vivem de negociação, e que desejam melhorar seus resultados sem recorrer a pressão, manipulação ou insistência excessiva.O Podcast de Vendas do Diego Maia é publicado diariamente a partir das 7h da manhã, em todos os principais tocadores de áudio, e traz reflexões práticas sobre vendas, comportamento, liderança, empreendedorismo e mentalidade de alta performance.Se você quer vender mais, construir relações de confiança com clientes e desenvolver uma abordagem mais inteligente para negociar, este episódio vai expandir sua visão sobre o que realmente significa vender bem no mundo moderno.
In this third episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with "Alexis Vale", aka Alan Furth-- the mind behind the incredible Hidden Frameworks Substack, sharing his own meandering explorations in the realm of synchronicity, serendipity, and the ancient concept of Wu Wei: the "invisible river" flow state that we can fall into such that it carries us along-- without us needing to force it!In this episode, Rachel and Alexis discuss the long and strange journey that comes along with following the breadcrumbs out of a life in corporate captivity-- and just how magical and disorienting it can be to listen to your intuition instead of just your logical mind. Am I going through a spiritual awakening and following my soul's purpose, or am I going through a nervous breakdown and need to check myself in somewhere?The difference between these two possibilities when you're "in the messy middle" is a lot more subtle, nuanced and fungible than you would think, so it takes a lot of courage and self-belief to keep on meandering out of the prescribed loop society set out for you and, instead, make your way to the feral borderlands of the Woo.Alexis' story is so engaging because it's still unfolding-- and publicly, on his incredible Substack and via his alter ego, named Alexis!LINKS:TOTEM Readings Website: https://www.totemreadings.comTOTEM Readings Substack: https://totemrach.substack.comRachel's Other Links: https://linktr.ee/totemrachPlease support the Sponsors of The Skeptical Shaman Podcast:TOTEM + PUCK HCKY Merch Drop: https://puckhcky.com/collections/totemThe TOTEM Flower Essence Deck: https://a.co/d/gw16LsGThe TOTEM Flower Essences: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TotemReadingsATXTOTEM Spiritual Transformation Coaching: https://www.totemreadings.com/coachingTOTEM Business of Woo Mentoring: https://www.totemreadings.com/business-of-wooAlexis' Links: https://substack.com/@alexisvalehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alanfurth/Please note: The views and opinions expressed on The Skeptical Shaman do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, protected class, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. And remember: sticks and stones may break our bones, but words—or discussions of religious or spiritual topics-- will never hurt us.
Wu Wei - Non Doing by Ordinary Mind Zen School
What is the Daoist concept of wu-wei? Is wu-wei similar to any concepts from Western philosophy? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss the Daoist concept of wu-wei or effortless action.Thanks to listener Jon B. for suggesting this topic! Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening! Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com
In this chapter of the Great Escape find out the true definition and application of power and force. These teachings connect back to the book of the same name by Dr. David Hawkins. You will find out how one is directly different from the other and which one raises consciousness and which one lowers it.Phantom Phil uses some oddball references to back it up again and dives further into his Taoist journey by exploring the related concept of Wu-Wei. Do you flow like water or do you struggle to push with force? Your choice will determine the level of suffering you experience in this lifetime. Also find out how many chapters are left in this series and when it is ending.Watch the episode on Rumble here:https://rumble.com/user/UnexplainedincConnect with Unexplained Inc. here:https://www.unexplainedinc.com/
"By doing nothing, it all gets done"... now how does that make sense?
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Life is both fleeting and sacred, effortless and demanding, playful and profoundly serious. In this episode, I talk about the paradoxes that sit at the heart of being human — where meaning is found not by choosing one truth over another, but by learning to hold both. From spirituality and ambition, surrender and grit, destiny and free will, this reflection invites you to stop trying to escape the human experience and instead live it consciously, fully, and beautifully. KEY TAKEAWAYS Life matters and doesn't — at the same time. Our achievements are insignificant in the cosmic sense, yet this brief human experience is rare, sacred, and worth showing up for with intention and fire. Spirituality is meant to be lived, not escaped into. Awareness, meditation, and higher consciousness are tools for action — to create, serve, parent, build, and evolve the world, starting with ourselves. Growth requires both flow and force. Wu Wei teaches surrender and trust, but true becoming also demands grit, resiliance, and the courage to push through mental ceilings. Destiny needs your participation. Life may open doors, but free will is what walks you through them. What's meant for you arrives through aligned action, consistency, and commitment. Mastery is discernment, not certainty. Two truths can exist at once. The work is sensing which truth is needed in each season — when to let go, when to persist, and how to live fully in the tension between both. HOST BIO I am Summer. A spiritual being having human experiences. From age 11 I have been obsessed with all things self-development; looking at it from every angle, in pursuit of finding answers for my life. Like all other humans I am figuring it out. Along the way I have discovered knowledge and concepts that have changed my existence and helped navigate my youth, The process of learning and undoing, growing, and evolving has led me right here. The host of 'Inner Wealth', where I bring together the most profound teachings I've learnt during my time here on earth; in hopes of making it a little easier for others to get to the same wisdom. Sharing the line of truth to living a prosperous life. The core of my purpose is to be of service to humanity. CONTACT ME Follow me on Instagram for more insights and to stay up to date with the pod @innerwealth.podcast This podcast was brought to you by Frankly Podcasting.
Diese Pudelkern-Folge ist einem der brillantesten Denker der chinesischen Philosophie gewidmet: Zhuangzi. Der daoistische Philosoph des 4. Jahrhunderts v. Chr. war kein Systematiker und kein Morallehrer, sondern ein Poet der Freiheit. In Parabeln, Bildern und mit viel Humor erzählt er vom Traum des Schmetterlings, vom Loslassen starrer Urteile und von der Kunst, mit dem Fluss des Lebens zu gehen, statt gegen ihn anzukämpfen. Albert und Jan sprechen darüber, was Meister Zhuangs Denken heute bedeuten kann: Was heißt Freiheit jenseits von Kontrolle, Selbstoptimierung und festen Identitäten? Wie hilft uns das Prinzip des Wu Wei, dem Nicht-Erzwingen, im Alltag, im Beruf und in Beziehungen? Und warum könnten Gelassenheit, Wandel und ein leises Lächeln über die eigene Wichtigkeit gerade in einer hektischen, effizienzgetriebenen Zeit zu einer überraschend zeitgemäßen Lebenshaltung werden.
In this exploration of the Tao Te Ching and other traditions, the conversation opens to introductions of the five Panelists and an invocation of hope of others to investigate the Tao Te Ching. Bob, Brian, Rich, Henry and Joel share Verse 1 and questions arise: What is Reality? Is the Tao Reality? What is the Tao? What does the term Anti-foundational mean? Reversal Yin/ Yang in relation to Tao. Paradox and the Tao. Everyday consciousness is the pathway to the Tao. What is the relationship with Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity and Tao? What does silence offer in relation to the Tao? The Beginningless Beginning? Is the Tao directly knowable? Tibetan Buddihsm and the Tao. Verse 17 and Verse 38 are explored. Wu Wei. How do we serve God? How do we serve Tao? Why did God create? Biographies of Panel: Dr. Bob Insull is an New York State Licensed Psychologist with more than 60 years experience teaching, training, and treating in the arena of human behavior. In his clinical practice, he has worked across the developmental stages (children to golden-agers), across the diagnostic spectrum (chemical dependency, severe mental illness, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and PTSD), and treatment settings (clinics, inpatient psychiatric centers, and private practice). During the closing years of his practice, he became interested in the area of psychological trauma and worked with survivors in individual and group settings. He has been retired from active practice for about 15 years and spends his time engaged in self-discovery on the Sufi Path and social-change activities with his church. ------- Brian Mistler enjoys communing with fellow inquirers and reflecting together on revealed perennial wisdom. Hari Om Tat Sat. Peace, peace, peace. ------- Richard Grego is Professor of philosophy and cultural history at FSCJ. His research interests focus on cross cultural themes in religion and science - including philosophy of mind, comparative world religions/world civilizations, and the metaphysical - theological implications of theoretical physics and cosmology. His publications have included studies in the history - philosophy of science and conceptions of nature in the history of western philosophy, as well as cross-cultural perspectives on mind/ consciousness in western philosophy - psychology and the neo-Vedanta Hindu tradition. Prior to his academic career, he was a criminal investigator - polygraph examiner for the Florida Office of the Public Defender and in the private sector Instructor at the Criminal Justice Institute and International Academy of Polygraph Science in Florida, and national Academic Director of the Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council. ------- Joel David Lesses is President and Executive Director of Education Training Center, Inc. and his work experience is in education, psychology, and counseling for people marginalized by trauma, addiction, and psychological distress. He is deeply vested in addressing the effects of mental health distress and its marginalization including, incarceration, homelessness, and institutionalization. Joel is dedicated to reframing mental health distress as a potential spiritual marker and existential opportunity. He holds dual Master of Science degrees from University at Buffalo in Rehabilitation Counseling and Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Epidemiology. ------- Henry Cretella, M.D. studied and practiced Tibetan Buddhism for several years along with training in martial arts. He then immersed himself in the more universal Sufism of Inayat Khan, an Indian mystic, for close to twenty years. He functioned as a senior teacher in the Inayati Order and the Sufi Healing Order before pursuing his independent practice and study of mysticism. He now integrates what he has learned and experienced over these many years. He graduated from Vanderbilt Medical School and completed his psychiatric training at Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY. His professional career spanned over 40 years as a general and child and adolescent psychiatrist and included teaching, administration, clinical practice and consultation in the greater Rochester and western NY areas. This, along with his spiritual and especially mystical interests lead him to certification as a mind body practitioner through the Center for Mind Body Medicine and Dr. James Gordon. He retired several years ago from active psychiatric practice, but continues to incorporate what he has learned into his spiritual practices and offerings.
In this episode we unpack the ancient Chinese classic, "The Tao Te Ching" by Lao Tzu from circa 400 BCEThis book explores...*The art of not over-doing*The cyclical nature of all things *Acting in accordance with the nature of realityHost: Zach Stehura UnpackingIdeas.comGuest: Amon Greene amonra16.ag@gmail.comIntro Music: PolyensoFree PDF of the book: Red Pine TranslationResources MentionedTao: The Watercourse Way by Alan Watts (book)Trying Not to Try by Edward Slingerland (book)Taoism: An Essential Guide by Eva Wong (book)Timestamps0:00 Introduction4:51 Amon's background 10:10 Historical Context of the Tao Te Ching11:50 Confucianism vs. Taoism15:38 Wu Wei22:25 Going with the flow27:26 De37:22 Wu Wei Government39:56 Wu Wei vs. Flow42:33 Restraint of taking action46:29 “The Tao that can be spoken is not the Eternal Tao”51:10 Mistaking the word for the thing 55:37 Yin and Yang1:03:15 The cyclical nature of everything1:10:55 Wrapping up1:15:09 Outro
In a departure from their usual historical musings, Carmina and Patch talk about two modern Filipino-American women who share a last name but are from different decades, backgrounds, and musical genres. Yet they share a singular love for their heritage and history undeniably reflected in their art. In this Filipino-American History Month, Carmina and Patch are proud to feature two Fil-Ams who are sure to contribute to our storied legacy for years to come.Learn more: Vaccine scientist by day, rapper by night: How Ruby Ibarra is defying stereotypes, Ruby Ibarra - Bakunawa ft. Ouida, Han Han & June Millington (Live) Tiny Desk 2025 Winner, Ruby Ibarra - (Official Music Video), Ruby Ibarra Official Website, Rolling Stone: RUBY IBARRA IGNITES NPR'S ‘TINY DESK' CONCERT: ‘THIS IMMIGRANT IS HERE', Ruby Ibarra, 2025 Tiny Desk Contest Winner: Tiny Desk Concert, June Millington, [HIGHLIGHTS] Sky Islands by Susie Ibarra: World Premiere, 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Music: Sky Islands by Composer/Percussionist Susie Ibarra, Susie Ibarra's "Nest Box" performed in Ojai by the composer and Wu Wei, and Susie Ibarra Official Website.Visit https://filtrip.buzzsprout.com. Drop a note at thefiltrip@gmail.com. Thanks to FilTrip's sponsor SOLEPACK. Visit thesolepack.com for more details.See https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy for Privacy Policy.
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Wu Wei and Taosim and How I Gained More by Giving Up Thing than I Ever Did by Acquiring New Things by Paul Fredric
“To attract people naturally, effortlessly, we need only follow the true prompting of our hearts.”Wu Wei, I Ching Wisdom Volume TwoSimply. Listen. Rest in the Void.The New Moon reached full potency on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, eliminating reference to chrono time. Questions:Where has a humble heart served you well?Where and when are you steadfast at holding your center?Are you ready and willing to anchor in the present?Weekly talks are an offering to assist you in diving deeper into a spiritual practice, exploring your inner landscape, and cultivating inner peace.Time Stamps: Dharma 0:00 | Meditation 18:25 | Sound 44:00 | Outro 1:22:00MusicRandom Rab Up Coming Shows: ‘Fields of Floors' by Cadre Scott Sound Suzanne Toro
What if the deepest medicine you're seeking has been alive within you all along?In this week's Fire and Soul, I sit down with my dear sister Dr. Cass Naumann—doctor of Chinese medicine, ordained Daoist priestess, musician, and ceremonialist—for a profoundly moving conversation on the sacred alchemy of healing.Cass shares her remarkable journey from musician to healer, and how the initiations of grief, devotion, and spiritual cultivation shaped her path. We explore why ceremony matters so deeply in these times, how our bodies carry the keys to transformation, and what it means to activate our “inner pharmacy” of joy, presence, and connection.This is one of those deeply rich, heart-opening dialogues that feels like a ceremony in itself, and I'm so excited for you to experience it.
A dear friend came to visit, and as I shared with him my current experience since the accident, he said, “Oh, you are experiencing Wu Wei.” At first, I was confused as his sweet dog is named Wu Wei; however, he went on to explain that it is a Chinese expression for effortless action. Listen in as we explore what may take place when an old struggle falls away.Thank you for being here; you matter.I am offering sessions on Tuesday mornings. If you'd like an elder to hold space for you and reflect on your amazingness, please sign up on my website. I am always happy to hear from you.You can reach me at terces@tercesengelhart.com, and I will reply. Additionally, if you would like to order my book directly from me, I am happy to send you a signed copy. Please email me, and I'll send it to you. ($15 plus shipping)If you know of anyone who might benefit from listening in, share a link to an episode with them; in other words, be an invitation to join us. Get full access to Terces's Substack at engelhart.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode, Linda Orsini explores the fourth agreement, Always Do Your Best, and how it ties into living with effortless action. Discover how awareness, self-compassion, and Taoist principles like Wu Wei can help you move beyond perfectionism and find flow in your life.Key Take Aways:Effortless Action: Live in alignment with your true self through Wu Wei.Awareness: Be present to do your best, no matter your energy level.Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself to release perfectionism.Breaking Free from Victimhood: Shift from blame to empowerment with awareness.Using Your Gifts: Honour your divine gifts by putting them to use.Website: lindaorsini.comSoul Skool: Join From Shadow to Shine HereFollow Linda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindaorsiniwellness Heal with H.E.A.R.T. Transformation ProgramAbout Linda:I'm Linda Orsini, host of A Call for Love podcast and founder of Soul Skool, a community where seekers evolve with clarity, compassion, and courage.After decades as a teacher, I realized the deepest education is that one of the soul. My journey through anxiety and self-doubt led me to meditation, yoga, Reiki, sound healing, and emotional freedom practices. Now I guide others through retreats, trainings, and Soul Skool to return home to themselves and embody their best life.A Call for Love is your space to pause, reflect, and awaken self-love. Because when we heal ourselves, we help heal the world.Thank you for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please spread the love by sharing it with others. Subscribe to the podcastPlease subscribe if you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes.Leave us an iTunes reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.
¿Y si existiera un estado mental capaz de calmar la ansiedad y a la vez mejorar drásticamente tu rendimiento, creatividad y concentración? Pues existe, y se llama estado de flujo. En este apasionante episodio de La Teoría de la Mente, Rubén Casado conversa con el neurocirujano Osmand Salazar, para descubrir qué es este misterioso y poderoso estado mental... y cómo podemos inducirlo de forma práctica en nuestras vidas. ⚡ El estado de flujo, también conocido como “flow”, es ese momento en el que todo encaja: el tiempo desaparece, el juicio se desvanece, y estás completamente presente y entregado a lo que estás haciendo. Pero ¿sabías que este estado no solo mejora tu productividad, sino que también activa regiones cerebrales opuestas a las que intervienen en la ansiedad? Es, literalmente, un antídoto natural para el estrés. A lo largo del episodio, exploramos temas clave como: Qué es el estado de flujo y cómo identificarlo en la vida cotidiana. ♂️ Por qué es el estado mental opuesto a la ansiedad. Qué sucede en tu cerebro cuando entras en flow (y qué tiene que ver la dopamina). Cómo puede ayudarte si sufres de ansiedad o bloqueo emocional. ️ Técnicas prácticas y ejercicios para entrar en flujo a voluntad. Conexiones con tradiciones ancestrales como Samādhi, Wu Wei, Mushin, Ikigai, Ataraxia y Fanaa, que desde hace siglos ya intuían lo que hoy la neurociencia empieza a confirmar. Además, hablamos de las investigaciones del psicólogo Mihály Csíkszentmihályi, quien acuñó el término "flow", y de cómo sus descubrimientos están revolucionando tanto el campo de la psicología positiva como el tratamiento de la ansiedad y el bienestar emocional. Reflexionamos sobre una idea poderosa: Fluir es una forma de vivir. Y todos podemos aprender a cultivarla. Así que si buscas más serenidad, claridad mental y una mayor conexión contigo mismo, este episodio te abrirá puertas que quizás no sabías que existían. Palabras clave sugeridas: estado de flujo, ansiedad, salud mental, Mihály Csíkszentmihályi, mindfulness, concentración plena, dopamina, neurociencia, corteza prefrontal, flow, bienestar emocional, rendimiento mental, productividad consciente, meditación, terapia antiestrés, emociones positivas, equilibrio, ikigai, wu wei, samadhi, mushin, ataraxia, fanaa, espiritualidad, herramientas contra la ansiedad #️⃣ Hashtags sugeridos: #EstadoDeFlujo, #AMADAGTV, #Ansiedad, #BienestarMental, #Mindfulness, #Neurociencia Títulos alternativos sugeridos (versión podcast): 4 hábitos que te ayudarán a entrar en estado de flujo (y salir de la ansiedad) Deja de luchar contra la ansiedad: aprende a fluir con ella Esta técnica mental cambiará tu vida (y calmará tu ansiedad) ⚠️ 5 errores que te impiden alcanzar el estado de flujo El estado mental que calma tu ansiedad y potencia tu mente Recursos y enlaces importantes (formateados con emojis): Nuestro nuevo libro: www.elmapadelaansiedad.com Nuestra escuela de ansiedad: www.escuelaansiedad.com Visita nuestra página web: www.amadag.com Facebook: Asociación Agorafobia Instagram: amadag.psico Más contenidos en YouTube: AMADAG TV
Ready to transform how you approach life's challenges? On this special anniversary episode of The Grit Show, Robie Lawrence steps behind the mic to share the timeless lessons he's learned from ancient Taoist wisdom, filtered through the gentle wit of Winnie the Pooh. Discover why chasing success and grinding expectations led to more stress than satisfaction, and how shifting focus toward the natural flow of life brought surprising peace and authentic joy. From lessons on the golf course to unexpected twists in his career path, Robie unpacks concepts like “Wu Wei” and the power of the “uncarved block”—and why letting go of rigid plans may be exactly what you need. Curious how existential dread, hustle culture, and Taoism connect? Tune in for profound insights and practical inspiration that just might change your perspective on achieving happiness, well-being, and fulfillment.Robie Lawrence is the guest host for this special anniversary episode of The Grit Show. A Brown University alumnus who wrestled internationally in his youth, Robie's life journey took him from high-achieving student and athlete to discovering transformative wisdom through "The Tao of Pooh" by Benjamin Hoff during college. This introduction to Taoist principles of natural flow and childlike openness helped him move from stress and existential dread to peaceful acceptance and joy. Although still a newlywed, he is married to the girl of his dreams—someone he first kissed when he was 16. As Shawna Rodrigues' husband, Robie steps behind the mic to celebrate the milestones of both the podcast and their partnership, offering listeners gentle wisdom and inspiration for approaching life's challenges with greater ease and authenticity.If something about this episode resonated with you and you want to reach out to Robie, send a message to Shawna on Instagram (@ShawnaPodcasts)– she promises to get it to him!Stay Connected to The Grit ShowFollow us on Instagram: @The.Grit.Show or Shawna @ShawnaPodcastsGrab your copy of our Self-Care Coloring Pages & as a bonus, you'll get weekly email reminders when episodes come out!https://ColoringPages.TheGritShow.comYou can also purchase the full-size gift worthy Color of Grit Adult Coloring Book here bit.ly/TGSMermaidReally love us and want to show it??Give us a review on your favorite platform and share this (or any) episode with a friend. Word of mouth builds podcasts - we appreciate your support!!
The panel discusses the current gaming environment More on Apple's Trust-Eroding 'F1 The Movie' Wallet Ad Low-income broadband fund can keep running, says Supreme Court The Supreme Court just upended internet law, and I have questions Meta and Anthropic prevailed in copyright suits against them, but the rulings have major caveats and don't address when AI output might infringe copyright ICE Is Using a New Facial Recognition App to Identify People, Leaked Emails Show Meta says it's winning the talent war with OpenAI Android phones could soon warn you of "Stingrays" snooping on your communications Tesla Ordered to Stop 'Deceptive Practices' on Cars' Self-Driving Capabilities in France or Face Thousands in Fines Trump's 'big beautiful bill' could mean slower Wi-Fi for you Future of States' AI Laws Hinges on Senate Rules for Tax Bill The NO FAKES Act Has Changed – and It's So Much Worse Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Dan Patterson, Patrick Beja, and Daniel Rubino Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT shopify.com/twit zscaler.com/security outsystems.com/twit expressvpn.com/twit
The panel discusses the current gaming environment More on Apple's Trust-Eroding 'F1 The Movie' Wallet Ad Low-income broadband fund can keep running, says Supreme Court The Supreme Court just upended internet law, and I have questions Meta and Anthropic prevailed in copyright suits against them, but the rulings have major caveats and don't address when AI output might infringe copyright ICE Is Using a New Facial Recognition App to Identify People, Leaked Emails Show Meta says it's winning the talent war with OpenAI Android phones could soon warn you of "Stingrays" snooping on your communications Tesla Ordered to Stop 'Deceptive Practices' on Cars' Self-Driving Capabilities in France or Face Thousands in Fines Trump's 'big beautiful bill' could mean slower Wi-Fi for you Future of States' AI Laws Hinges on Senate Rules for Tax Bill The NO FAKES Act Has Changed – and It's So Much Worse Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Dan Patterson, Patrick Beja, and Daniel Rubino Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT shopify.com/twit zscaler.com/security outsystems.com/twit expressvpn.com/twit
The panel discusses the current gaming environment More on Apple's Trust-Eroding 'F1 The Movie' Wallet Ad Low-income broadband fund can keep running, says Supreme Court The Supreme Court just upended internet law, and I have questions Meta and Anthropic prevailed in copyright suits against them, but the rulings have major caveats and don't address when AI output might infringe copyright ICE Is Using a New Facial Recognition App to Identify People, Leaked Emails Show Meta says it's winning the talent war with OpenAI Android phones could soon warn you of "Stingrays" snooping on your communications Tesla Ordered to Stop 'Deceptive Practices' on Cars' Self-Driving Capabilities in France or Face Thousands in Fines Trump's 'big beautiful bill' could mean slower Wi-Fi for you Future of States' AI Laws Hinges on Senate Rules for Tax Bill The NO FAKES Act Has Changed – and It's So Much Worse Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Dan Patterson, Patrick Beja, and Daniel Rubino Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT shopify.com/twit zscaler.com/security outsystems.com/twit expressvpn.com/twit
The panel discusses the current gaming environment More on Apple's Trust-Eroding 'F1 The Movie' Wallet Ad Low-income broadband fund can keep running, says Supreme Court The Supreme Court just upended internet law, and I have questions Meta and Anthropic prevailed in copyright suits against them, but the rulings have major caveats and don't address when AI output might infringe copyright ICE Is Using a New Facial Recognition App to Identify People, Leaked Emails Show Meta says it's winning the talent war with OpenAI Android phones could soon warn you of "Stingrays" snooping on your communications Tesla Ordered to Stop 'Deceptive Practices' on Cars' Self-Driving Capabilities in France or Face Thousands in Fines Trump's 'big beautiful bill' could mean slower Wi-Fi for you Future of States' AI Laws Hinges on Senate Rules for Tax Bill The NO FAKES Act Has Changed – and It's So Much Worse Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Dan Patterson, Patrick Beja, and Daniel Rubino Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT shopify.com/twit zscaler.com/security outsystems.com/twit expressvpn.com/twit
The panel discusses the current gaming environment More on Apple's Trust-Eroding 'F1 The Movie' Wallet Ad Low-income broadband fund can keep running, says Supreme Court The Supreme Court just upended internet law, and I have questions Meta and Anthropic prevailed in copyright suits against them, but the rulings have major caveats and don't address when AI output might infringe copyright ICE Is Using a New Facial Recognition App to Identify People, Leaked Emails Show Meta says it's winning the talent war with OpenAI Android phones could soon warn you of "Stingrays" snooping on your communications Tesla Ordered to Stop 'Deceptive Practices' on Cars' Self-Driving Capabilities in France or Face Thousands in Fines Trump's 'big beautiful bill' could mean slower Wi-Fi for you Future of States' AI Laws Hinges on Senate Rules for Tax Bill The NO FAKES Act Has Changed – and It's So Much Worse Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Dan Patterson, Patrick Beja, and Daniel Rubino Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: NetSuite.com/TWIT shopify.com/twit zscaler.com/security outsystems.com/twit expressvpn.com/twit
I want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...Are you making business harder than it needs to be? In this powerful conversation, Julie sits down with Austin Grammon, co-founder of SpeakerFlow, to talk about creating systems that actually support your life, not steal joy from it.From mindset shifts and marketing strategy to the very real overwhelm of being a creative entrepreneur, Austin shares how to simplify your tech, your process, and your path to profit.This episode is a must-listen for coaches, consultants, podcasters, and any visionary founder who's tired of spinning their wheels and ready to scale with confidence — and ease.Austin Grammon is the co-founder of SpeakerFlow, a systems and tech consulting company that helps thought leaders run their business like pros. He's a strategist, systems nerd (in the best way), philosopher at heart, and a family man who believes success starts at home.SpeakerFlow has helped thousands of experts grow with better processes, simplified tech, and smarter strategies — minus the overwhelm.Connect with Austin:
Jesus Christ is the beginning and the ending, the original and the foundation of all things. Yet history is very long and also has an enemy, and that enemy has counterfeited the work of Christ in many ways. Today you will learn how many things that people believe come from Eastern spirituality are actually fulfilled in the gospel, because in truth they are counterfeits of the realities found in Christ. This is why Christianity is the True Zen. TIMESTAMPS:* 00:00 - Introduction* 12:34 - Duality & Non-Dualism* 32:22 - Non-Attachment* 46:12 - Being Present* 56:68 - The Breath* 1:15:16 - Karma* 1:30:26 - Desire* 1:47:32 - Identity, Self Love & Self Esteem* 1:57:16 - Wu Wei* 2:15:47 - Doing & Being* 2:34:54 - Prayer* 2:46:47 - Epilogue This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danceoflife.com/subscribe
00:00 – Bob Martin's journey begins with Dalai Lama's influence on happiness. 02:00 – Real happiness: purpose, meaning, and service. 05:00 – Perfectionism, uncertainty, and rewiring the brain with gratitude. 10:20 – Growing up selling popcorn on the Rockaway boardwalk. 16:00 – From football dreams to law school and the Miami mob. 19:40 – Life crisis and retreat from a dangerous lifestyle. 22:00 – Training under a 72nd-gen Shaolin Daoist master. 24:00 – Flow states, Wu Wei, and finding internal peace. 30:00 – Meditation simplified: wake up, return, begin again. 35:00 – Authentic self, victim mindset, and letting go. 49:00 – Daoism & Christianity: same wisdom, different words. 59:30 – Music, memories, and free meditation tools. EndoDNA: EndoDNA offers a tailored health and wellness experience through DNA analysis, empowering users with insights on nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement choices based on their genetic profile. The company has achieved rapid traction, serving over 7,000 customers across 16 countries, securing relationships with top wellness providers like BellaVitta HRT Clinics, and actively engaging in clinical studies with institutions such as Harvard Medical.Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FBConnect with host, Len May, on IG
How can we do nothing and accomplish everything? Wu Wei means "do nothing" yet it means even more, it means "creative quietude". How does the Tao play into this and how can we live this spiritually? What a delightful romp. Blessings
Part 1 of this discussion examines psychology, philosophy, religion, spiritually, science, and medicine, a panel of five (5) people opens with the question, 'where am I?' and 'what is going on [in the world]?' and refers to James Hillman, ideas and action as an artificial distinction, are they the same thing? How are they interlinked? The poet Major Ragain is quoted, 'contemplation alters the course of rivers.' From the Bhagavad Gita: Freedom from action is not accomplished by abstaining from action, so how is it accomplished? Relinquishing the fruit of action Ghandi's, 'through service, I find myself.' The Panel begins to examine the Taoist concept of non-action, Wu Wei. How do we cultivate Wu Wei? The Panel explores Univerisal Truths. Natural action arises, we have a deep intrinsic calling, how do we find and express it? What is our reason for being here? To receive the Divine Will is a part of choiceless action. Biographies of Panel: Dr. Bob Insull is an New York State Licensed Psychologist with more than 60 years experience teaching, training, and treating in the arena of human behavior. In his clinical practice, he has worked across the developmental stages (children to golden-agers), across the diagnostic spectrum (chemical dependency, severe mental illness, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and PTSD), and treatment settings (clinics, inpatient psychiatric centers, and private practice). During the closing years of his practice, he became interested in the area of psychological trauma and worked with survivors in individual and group settings. He has been retired from active practice for about 15 years and spends his time engaged in self-discovery on the Sufi Path and social-change activities with his church. Brian Mistler is a Missouri-hillbilly curious about Reality. He has lived as a computer scientist, psychologist, running and growing businesses, and helping entrepreneurs, hospitals, and healthcare providers. Mid-life Brian had a partially debilitating nerve injury and soon after met a true Vedanta teacher who spent 30+ years in India and trained under Swami Chimayananda, Sawmi Dayananda, and others. This refocused his study of the classic non-dual wisdom as presented in the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads. Learn more at http://www.stillcenter.media. Hari Om Tat Sat. Peace, peace, peace. Richard Grego is Professor of philosophy and cultural history at FSCJ. His research interests focus on cross cultural themes in religion and science - including philosophy of mind, comparative world religions/world civilizations, and the metaphysical - theological implications of theoretical physics and cosmology. His publications have included studies in the history - philosophy of science and conceptions of nature in the history of western philosophy, as well as cross-cultural perspectives on mind/ consciousness in western philosophy - psychology and the neo-Vedanta Hindu tradition. Prior to his academic career, he was a criminal investigator - polygraph examiner for the Florida Office of the Public Defender and in the private sector Instructor at the Criminal Justice Institute and International Academy of Polygraph Science in Florida, and national Academic Director of the Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council. Joel David Lesses is President and Executive Director of Education Training Center, Inc. and his work experience is in education, psychology, and counseling for people marginalized by trauma, addiction, and psychological distress. He is deeply vested in addressing the effects of mental health distress and its marginalization including, incarceration, homelessness, and institutionalization. Joel is dedicated to reframing mental health distress as a potential spiritual marker and existential opportunity. He holds dual Master of Science degrees from University at Buffalo in Rehabilitation Counseling and Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Epidemiology. Henry Cretella, M.D. studied and practiced Tibetan Buddhism for several years along with training in martial arts. He then immersed himself in the more universal Sufism of Inayat Khan, an Indian mystic, for close to twenty years. He functioned as a senior teacher in the Inayati Order and the Sufi Healing Order before pursuing his independent practice and study of mysticism. He now integrates what he has learned and experienced over these many years. He graduated from Vanderbilt Medical School and completed his psychiatric training at Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY. His professional career spanned over 40 years as a general and child and adolescent psychiatrist and included teaching, administration, clinical practice and consultation in the greater Rochester and western NY areas. This, along with his spiritual and especially mystical interests lead him to certification as a mind body practitioner through the Center for Mind Body Medicine and Dr. James Gordon. He retired several years ago from active psychiatric practice, but continues to incorporate what he has learned into his spiritual practices and offerings.
Sumérgete en el estado de flujo: el antídoto natural contra la ansiedad En este episodio imperdible de AMADAG TV, exploramos junto al neurocirujano Osmand Salazar uno de los estados mentales más fascinantes y transformadores: el estado de flujo ✨. Ese momento donde todo parece alinearse, la concentración es absoluta y el tiempo simplemente... desaparece. Pero ¿sabías que este estado no solo mejora tu rendimiento y creatividad, sino que además puede ser una herramienta poderosa contra la ansiedad? Acompáñanos a descubrir: Qué es exactamente el estado de flujo y cómo identificarlo. ⚖️ Por qué es el opuesto natural de la ansiedad y cómo puede ayudarte si la sufres. Qué ocurre en tu cerebro cuando entras en este estado, según la neurociencia. Cómo lo han estudiado expertos como Mihály Csíkszentmihályi y cómo lo relacionaron con el bienestar. La conexión entre este estado y conceptos espirituales y filosóficos como el Samādhi, Wu Wei, Mushin, Ikigai, Ataraxia o Fanaa. ️ Ejercicios sencillos que puedes practicar para inducir este estado cada día y mejorar tu calidad de vida. Este video es una guía práctica que conecta la ciencia, la psicología y la sabiduría ancestral para ayudarte a vivir mejor, con más presencia y menos ansiedad. Si buscas mejorar tu concentración, conectar contigo mismo y alcanzar tu mejor versión, ¡este contenido es para ti! Capítulos del video: 00:00 – Bienvenida y presentación del tema 04:02 – Qué es el estado de flujo y por qué es tan poderoso 12:15 – Sabiduría ancestral sobre el flujo: de Samādhi a Ikigai 19:40 – Historia y estudios de Mihály Csíkszentmihályi 25:50 – Flujo y salud mental: beneficios demostrados 33:20 – Flujo vs. ansiedad: ¿estados opuestos? 41:00 – Qué ocurre en el cerebro durante el flujo (neurociencia) 50:15 – El flujo como herramienta para la ansiedad 58:30 – Cómo inducir el flujo con ejercicios simples 01:05:10 – Reflexión final: fluir es una forma de vivir ♀️ ¿Te gustaría aprender a fluir más en tu vida? Este video te dará la inspiración y las herramientas que necesitas. ¡Dale al play, comenta y comparte con quienes necesitan esta información! RECURSOS Y ENLACES DE INTERÉS: Nuestro nuevo libro: www.elmapadelaansiedad.com Nuestra escuela de ansiedad: www.escuelaansiedad.com Visita nuestra página web: www.amadag.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Asociacion.Agorafobia/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amadag.psico/ Más vídeos en nuestro canal: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC22fPGPhEhgiXCM7PGl68rw 25 Palabras clave (keywords): estado de flujo, ansiedad, salud mental, Mihály Csíkszentmihályi, mindfulness, concentración plena, dopamina, neurociencia, corteza prefrontal, flow, bienestar emocional, rendimiento mental, productividad consciente, meditación, terapia antiestrés, emociones positivas, equilibrio, ikigai, wu wei, samadhi, mushin, ataraxia, fanaa, espiritualidad, herramientas contra la ansiedad 6 Hashtags: #EstadoDeFlujo, #AMADAGTV, #Ansiedad, #BienestarMental, #Mindfulness, #Neurociencia
Most people, and high achievers in particular, suffer from a paradoxical problem: Trying too hard backfires and causes your deepest, darkest fears to realize. When high achievers are confronted with a problem in their personal or professional life, their first instinct is to push harder, work longer, go on more dates. They're desperately searching for connection, peace, joy, and love. But they don't realize that their need for control keeps these forever out of their reach. But there's an ancient solution to this problem: Wu Wei, acting without inner friction. However, you can't approach it like some business metric. In fact, you have to learn to stop trying so hard, to loosen your grip on control if you want to experience the effortless flow that's the main ingredient in true mastery of life. In today's show, I breakdown what Wu Wei really is, why most high achievers totally miss it, and how you can become more fulfilled in life by trying less. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Why trying too hard in life has devastating consequences that will deprive you of every joy (0:18) How to incorporate “modern Wu Wei” into your life before you rip apart everything you want most—like connection, peace, joy, and love (2:05) The paradoxical way you heal naturally by not trying as hard (6:44) The single most toxic mindset that has killed more potential than any other mindset in human history (9:04) How you make your life into a hollow void when you fall into the insidious “Trap of the Shoulds” (11:18) Why positive thinking and affirmations are actually a deadly suppression skill that take you further away from what you crave most in life (17:53) For more about David Tian, go here: https://www.davidtianphd.com/about/ Want more success in leadership, deeper connections, or a greater sense of fulfillment? Take this free assessment—it's fast, easy, and tailored to your unique situation. Answer a few simple questions, and you'll get instant access to a suite of masterclasses designed specifically for where you are right now. Whether you're struggling or simply want more out of life, this is your next step. No guesswork. Just clarity. Click here and see what's waiting for you: https://dtphd.com/quiz Emotional Mastery is David Tian's step-by-step system to transform, regulate, and control your emotions... so that you can master yourself, your interactions with others, and your relationships... and live a life worth living. Learn more here: https://www.davidtianphd.com/emotionalmastery
In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, I, Stewart Alsop, speak with Perry Knoppert, founder of The Octopus Movement, joining us from the Netherlands. We explore everything from octopus facts (like how they once had bones and decided to ditch them—wild, right?) to neurodivergence, non-linear thinking, the alien-like nature of both octopuses and AI, and how the future of education might finally reflect the chaos and creativity of human intelligence. Perry drops insight bombs on ADHD, dyslexia, chaos as a superpower, and even shares a wild idea about how frustration—not just ideas—can shape the world. You can connect with him and explore more at theoctopusmovement.org, and check out his playful venting app at tellTom.ink.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation!Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Crazy Wisdom Podcast00:31 Fascinating Facts About Octopi02:03 The Octopus Movement: Origins and Symbolism05:55 Exploring Neurodivergence and AI20:15 The Future of Education with AI29:48 Challenges in the Dutch Education System30:59 Educational Pathways in the US31:50 Exploring Neurodiversity32:34 The Origin of Neurodiversity34:34 Nomadic DNA and ADHD36:02 Personal Nomadic Experiences37:20 Cultural Insights from China41:59 Trust in Different Cultures44:20 The Foreigner Experience52:21 Artificial and Natural Intelligence55:11 The Octopus Movement and Tell Tom AppKey InsightsNeurodivergence isn't a superpower—it's a different lens on reality. Perry challenges the popular narrative that conditions like ADHD or dyslexia are inherently "superpowers." Instead, he sees them as part of a broader, complex human experience—often painful, often misunderstood, but rich with potential once liberated from linear systems that define what's "normal."AI is the beautiful product of linear thought—and it's freeing us from it. Perry reframes artificial intelligence not as a threat, but as the ultimate tool born from centuries of structured, logical thinking. With AI handling the systems and organization, humans are finally free to return to creativity, chaos, and nonlinear, intuitive modes of intelligence that machines can't touch.Octopuses are the ultimate symbol of curious misfits. The octopus—alien, adaptable, emotion-rich—becomes a metaphor for people who don't fit the mold. With three hearts, nine brains, and a decentralized nervous system, octopuses reflect the kind of intelligence and distributed awareness Perry celebrates in neurodivergent thinkers.Frustration is more generative than ideas. In one of the episode's most unexpected insights, Perry argues that frustration is a more powerful starting point for change than intellectual ideation. Ideas are often inert without action, while frustration is raw, emotional, and deeply human—fuel for meaningful transformation.Education needs to shift from repetition to creation. The current model of education—memorization, repetition, testing—serves linearity, not creativity. With AI taking over traditional knowledge tasks, Perry envisions classrooms where kids learn how their minds work, engage with the world directly, and practice making meaning instead of memorizing facts.Being a foreigner is a portal to freedom. Living in unfamiliar cultures (like Perry did in China or Stewart in Argentina) reveals the absurdities of our own norms and invites new ways of being. Foreignness becomes a superpower in itself—a space of lowered expectations, fewer assumptions, and greater possibility.Labels like “neurodivergent” are both helpful and illusory. While diagnostic labels can offer relief and clarity, Perry warns against attaching too tightly to them. These constructs are inventions of linear thought, useful for navigating systems but ultimately limiting when it comes to embracing the full, messy, nonlinear reality of being human.
You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.'The Tao Of Pooh & The Te Of Piglet' by Benjamin Hoff is a light read interpreting Taoism through the lens of A. A. Milne's 'Winnie The Pooh' characters. Core concepts such as The Way & Wu Wei are explored and why certain characters embody various aspects of the religion. It's told via the author interacting with the characters & recounting passages both from the original Pooh stories but also the 3 main Taoist teachers.If you got value from the podcast please provide support back in any way you best see fit!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:35) Themes/Questions(00:18:56) Author & Extras(00:25:06) Summary(00:27:20) Value 4 Value(00:29:00) Join Live! Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/jjfq9eGReUTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Boostagram: https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast
In this episode, I'm joined by Scott Dedels, founder of Block Rewards and author of the Dao of Bitcoin, for a conversation that will challenge the way you think about money, time, and energy. ––– Offers & Discounts ––– Get up to $100 in Bitcoin on River at river.com/Matrix Theya is the world's simplest Bitcoin self-custody solution. Download Theya Now at theya.us/cedric The best Team Bitcoin merch is at HodlersOfficial.com. Use the code Matrix for a discount on your order. Become a sponsor of the show: https://thebitcoinmatrix.com/sponsors/ ––– Get To Know Today's Guest––– Follow on X: https://x.com/LanternBitcoin Buy The Dao of Bitcoin: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXPJ28GV Scott's company: https://blockrewards.ca ––– Socials ––– Check out our new website at https://TheBitcoinMatrix.Com Follow Cedric Youngelman on X: https://x.com/cedyoungelman Follow The Bitcoin Matrix Podcast on X: https://x.com/_bitcoinmatrix ––– Chapters ––– 00:00 - Intro 01:15 – The Inspiration Behind The Dao of Bitcoin 04:15 – Understanding Daoism 06:17 – The Creature: What Is It and What Does It Represent? 12:57 – Paradoxical Unity & Duality 16:19 – The Meaning of Wu Wei: 20:35 – Non-Intervention: The Art of Letting Things Flow 25:15 – Bitcoin as a Force of Nature 31:36 – Embracing Impermanence 33:10 – Bitcoin, Time, and Energy 48:30 – Bitcoin's Gravity 56:28 – Humility & Compassion: What Bitcoin and Dao Teach Us 1:04:00 – Reversionism 1:14:30 – Oneness & Harmony: The Ultimate Lesson of the Da 1:17:17 – Returning to the Source 1:21:37 – Scott's Bitcoin Rabbit Hole Journey 1:24:19 – How Daoism Transformed Scott's Perspective 1:28:20 – Final Reflections: Bringing It All TogetherI want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all of you for tuning in, supporting the show, and contributing. Thank you for listening!
This week I interviewed author and professor of wellness at Elon University - Bob Martin. Bob blends Taoist wisdom, brain science, psychology and humor to tackle everything from breaking free of limiting beliefs to finding clarity and resilience in life's chaos. We discussed all things meditation along with:- how to be present in today's age- how to get into the "flow" state- importance of getting your "ego" out of the way and much, much more!Connect with Bob:https://awiseandhappylife.com/Click the link below to get started!https://calendly.com/bdgryn/15minIf you love the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast, we'd love for you to subscribe, rate, and give a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Until next time!Links:Watch Get Lean Eat Clean podcast video episodes on YouTube!YouTube.com/@briangryn3680How to Take Simple Steps to Reclaim the Body, Energy, and Strength You Had 10-15 Years Ago Using My Stepladder System:https://www.stepladdersystem.com/B.rad Whey Protein Isolate Superfuel:The Best Protein on The Planet! Available in Two Delicious Flavors: Vanilla Bean and Cocoa BeanUse Coupon Code glec10off for 10% off your order!https://a.co/d/731gssVFifth (5th) Element Mineral Rich Living Sea Blend:This is the World's most pure, best tasting and broadest spectrum unrefined, solar dehydrated, hand harvested Sea Salt!This artisan salt is exactly suited for hydrating the body's cells from head to toe. Just melt a small amount into the water you drink and enjoy a great tasting elixir that supplies your body the minerals it is craving.This supports a very healthy cardiovascular system that improves daily the longer you consume it in your water.https://tracking.activationproducts.com/JRD6SLRT/2H6QR9N/Upgraded Formulas hair mineral test (Coupon Code: GETLEAN10) :https://www.upgradedformulas.com/pages/kit?rfsn=6677062.f87541&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6677062.f87541X3Bar: Variable Resistance Technology allows for a full body workout inonly 10 minutes! Use discount code "Save50" for $50 off your purchase!https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100286468-13650338| Listen to the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast |►Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-lean-eat-clean/id1540391210►Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/0QmJzYZsdV6tUNbDxaPJjS| Connect with Brian |►Website | https://www.briangryn.com►Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/bdgryn►Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/getleanandeatclean►Twitter | https://twitter.com/grynnerwinner
Discover the art of Wu Wei, the philosophy of effortless action, through the wisdom of Hayao Miyazaki's filmmaking. Learn how embracing flow rather than forcing outcomes can lead to unexpected rewards. Learn more from Rosie here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Although they may call it different things and approach its attainment in different ways, many of the world's religions and philosophies have a similar goal: achieving a life of virtue, peace, and flourishing.In his new book, Seriously Happy, Ben Aldrige explains how anyone can use the wisdom of ancient traditions to improve themselves and live the Good life. Today on the show, Ben offers a thumbnail sketch of Buddhism, Cynicism, Taoism, Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Aristotelianism, along with practices and challenges inspired by these philosophies, including walking a banana, listening to a music performance without music, and taking a Wu Wei adventure, that you can use to put ancient wisdom into action and become a better and happier man.Resources Related to the PodcastBen's previous appearance on the AoM podcast: Episode #640 — Weird and Wonderful Ways to Get Comfortable Being UncomfortableAoM Podcast #148: Trying Not to TryWhy Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert WrightJohn Cage's 4'33”Albert Ellis' Rational Emotive Behavior TherapyConnect With Ben AldridgeBen's website
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