Psychotherapist and developmental theorist Kim Barta joins Keith Martin-Smith for a deep dive into the psychological and developmental dynamics surrounding one of the most polarizing figures of our time: Donald Trump. This post was originally published on Integral Life.
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New Discourses Bullets, Ep. 112 There’s a political theory known as unbound executive theory. It originates with a German thinker, later turned Nazi, named Carl Schmitt. Schmitt, whose political theories were useful to Fascists and finds employment by the CCP in the People’s Republic of China today, believed that for a sovereign or chief executive to
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Dear Friends of Developmental Philosophy, Please join us for a presentation and discussion by process philosopher Andrew Davis, PhD. This presentation aims to foster a discussion about the significance of philosophy and the role philosophers play in addressing interconnected thresholds of discourse, including “existential risk,” the “meaning crisis,” and “philosophical practice.” It highlights examples of
In this powerful second installment of Big Picture Mind, Robb Smith presents a sweeping yet grounded vision for the future of the integrative worldview — one that meets the historic demands of our moment and invites each of us into a shared project of planetary coherence. We are living amidst a multi-system breakdown: geopolitical instability,
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Imagine a sociopolitical movement that divides the population roughly into two essential classes: the oppressive “great power” class and the marginalized minority classes, who are said to be oppressed by the powerful. Now imagine that movement tells the population—and especially those minority classes—the following story. You are oppressed by the great power and its chauvinistic
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We invite you to an extraordinary live webinar hosted by the Center for Process Studies, featuring Iain McGilchrist and Steve McIntosh, with process philosopher Andrew M. Davis moderating the discussion. Date: March 27, 2025Time: 10:30 am Pacific TimeLocation: Online (link provided upon registration) The event will begin with a lecture by Iain McGilchrist, followed by
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In this profound dialogue, Kimberley Lafferty and Santiago illuminate the occupational hazards of awakening, exploring the bliss and challenges of ego dissolution and emptiness within daily life. They offer deep insights and practical wisdom for integrating profound spiritual experiences into authentic human living. This post was originally published on Integral Life.
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The modern world is demanding more from men than ever before—strength and sensitivity, resilience and vulnerability, leadership and collaboration—yet many feel lost without clear role models or cultural support. This conversation explores the forces shaping modern masculinity, the allure of strongman archetypes, and the path toward a truly integrated, evolved form of masculinity that balances
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The New Discourses Podcast with James Lindsay, Ep. 161 In many respects, things were not going well in Germany in the 1920s and 1930s in the wake of the First World War. The population was humiliated and impoverished, distrusted throughout Europe, and riddled with various problems of social and cultural degeneracy, not least rampant corruption and
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Important, True, and Meningful is Lene Rachel Andersen’s 21st book about the human predicament and our future as a species. The book will be released in Danish on April 30, 2025. An English version may be due later this year. Read more about then new release in Danish here: https://www.nordicbildung.org/da/det-vigtige-det-egentlige-og-meningen-med-det-hele/
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