In this lecture from 1974 at Naropa University, Ram Dass talks about our unhealthy preoccupation with our individual differences. We grow up with the identity of a separate self, building an entire character around that separate self. From this, we begin identifying others based around our character development. In this episode, Ram Dass gives insight on h ... Show More
Jun 16
Ep. 279 – Across the Decades: Ram Dass on Community and Satsang
Speaking through the decades, from the 1960s to the 2010s, Ram Dass shares his thoughts on Satsang, the community of seekers who come together in the pursuit of truth. This episode of Here and Now is a compilation of Ram Dass discussing community and Satsang across the decades. W ... Show More
1h 11m
Jan 2021
Overcoming Individualism | Chakravarthi Ram-Prasad
Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesIn Western society, individualism is everywhere – whether it’s being fuelled by capitalism, technology or populist politics, we are being encouraged to think of ourselves more than ever before. But ... Show More
29m 38s
Jul 2023
Being ourselves and being with others | Janne Teller, Stefan Priebe, Sophie Ward
In a world that places a premium on independence, are we undervaluing the power of community?Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesIn this engrossing debate, we examine the societal shift towards solo living and ask critical questions ... Show More
43m 37s
Sep 2019
Invisible Shackles & Life Scripts
As we grow, we're subconsciously exposed to various 'life scripts' that can have a profound effect on the way we lead our lives, without any conscious control on our own part. In this episode, we discuss some of the invisible shackles that bind us, and how to 'break free' from de ... Show More
48m 28s
Apr 2021
Weight Gain Post-Pandemic
This past year has been really hard for all of us, both physically and mentally. Remi and Alisha have a vulnerable conversation about their physical and mental journeys over the past year, the ups and the downs, and share ways we can all improve our overall health. To learn more ... Show More
37m 27s