In his new book “Deep Utopia: Life and Meaning in a Solved World,” philosopher Nick Bostrom ponders what life could be like in a “solved world” – a world where everything works and works better than if human hands got in the way. “What then?” asks Bostrom, is the reason to work? “Is it to earn extra income or because working is an intrinsically valued activity?” Bostrom is the head of the Future of Humanity Institute at Oxford and a philosopher with a background in theoretical physics, computational neuroscience, logic, and artificial intelligence. He has been called the “Superintelligent Swede” because of the deep philosophical work he undertakes as he examines the trajectory of human life at the intersection of destruction and possibility. Bostrom says, “If artificial intelligence can be achieved, it would be an event of unparalleled consequence – perhaps even a rupture to the fabric of history” – a rupture, Bostrom says, “will change the course of human history but is it the end of human history?” We invited Nick Bostrom to join us for a Conversation That Matters about our flirtatious and tempestuous relationship with the evolution of intelligence.
Category: Peace
Peace Resources
Collective & Individual trauma in Palestine/Israel with Dr. Gabor Maté
We have invited Dr. Gabor Maté to address some of the pressing questions on our hearts, and to offer his insights on the unfolding tragedy in Palestine and Israel. In this Q&A session, we explore the roots of systemic violence, the impacts of historical and intergenerational trauma, and pathways to restore our shared humanity. How might we break tragic cycles of trauma transmission, widen our circles of compassion, and stand for dignity and justice?
Moving Towards Global Compassion
His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Dr Paul Ekman engage in an interactive teleconference with His Holiness in Dharamsala, India and Dr. Ekman in California on May 18, 2018.
Damanhur Movie
28-minute movie featuring the UN-declared “Community of the Future”
Nestled in the alpine foothills north of Piedmont, Italy, between Turin and Aosta, is a truly magical place on earth called Damanhur. In a 15-kilometer area surrounding the lush, green valley of Valchiusella lives a very active, multilingual community of 600 people. Damanhur is a Federation of spiritual communities, with its own Constitution, culture, art, music, currency, schools and uses of science and technology. Its citizens are open to sharing their knowledge and research with other groups and cultures of the world, with anyone who is interested in exploring these themes. Damanhur holds events at numerous centers, organizations and points of outreach in many cities around the world, and also hosts thousands of visitors each year who participate in tours, seminars, retreats and courses through Damanhur University. The community has attracted interest from scholars, educators and researchers in the fields of art, social sciences, spirituality, medicine and alternative health, economics and environmental sustainability.
Damanhur was founded in 1975 from the inspiration of Falco Tarassaco, né Oberto Airaudi (1950-2013). His enlightened and pragmatic vision created a fertile reality based on solidarity, sharing, love and respect for the environment. As a result, Damanhur has slowly expanded into a United Nations award-winning sustainable eco-community. Staying true to Falco’s original vision of a community based upon ethical and spiritual values, Damanhur has captivated attention around the world as a laboratory for experimenting with sustainable ways of living, in harmony with nature and its elements and forces.
Damanhur is perhaps best known for its extraordinary subterranean work of art and architecture, a cathedral known as the Temples of Humankind. It has been profiled on international television as the “Eighth Wonder of The World.” This complex was entirely dug by hand into the heart of the mountain. Decorated with mosaics, stained glass, sculptures, wall paintings and other works of art, it is dedicated to the awakening the divine spark present in every human being.
Our One World – Damanhur – Vision of a Spiritual Community
The Survival of Humanity Depends on This! UAP & UFO Non-Human Retrieval Program – Dr. Steven Greer
What does Nicola Tesla, UFO’s, UAP’s, a shadow government, non-human origin UFO retrievals, zero point energy and free energy, have to do with our freedom? Turns out, EVERYTHING, and tonight, with Dr. Steven Greer of The Disclosure Project, we’ll look at this powerful connection. We’ll dive into the “powers” that be, what the power struggle really is, WHAT you’re REALLY seeing with those UFO’s, what’s being hidden in plain sight, and why we’re not truly free–AND most importantly, how we can set ourselves free, and get ourselves and humanity back in the light.
This may be the single most important show you ever watch for you, for your children, and for all of humanity.
Who am I? Interview with David Godman
An interview by Anthony Chene: http://www.anthonychene.com
David Godman recalls how he discovered the teachings of Ramana Maharshi, an Indian Sage who had reached enlightenment. He explains to what extent who we really are is beyond our body, our thoughts and our emotions. he shows how to conduct a self-enquiry to discover our true identity and reach enlightenment. His website: https://www.davidgodman.org
Samadhi Movie, 2021- Part 3 – “The Pathless Path”
Samadhi 3 conveys an overview of the two dimensions of practice, which are mindfulness and mental emptiness.
The transition that humanity is going through at this time offers an opportunity for deep inner transformation and awakening to our true nature.
Source: https://awakentheworld.com/
Using the Great Tradition of Global Wisdom to Move Beyond Religious Provincialism & Scientific Materialism, God’s Great Tradition of Global Wisdom, Chapter 1, Part 1, Brad Reynolds
The entire Great Tradition must be accepted as our common inheritance…. I Call for the universal acceptance of the total tradition or Great Tradition of humankind as the common inheritance of humankind. — Adi Da Samraj, 1982
The Power of the Heart – Finding Your True Purpose in Life
From the director of ‘THE SECRET’ comes this unparalleled and life-changing film about the astonishing power and intelligence of your heart. Featuring some of the most inspiring and influential icons of our age including Paulo Coelho, Maya Angelou, Deepak Chopra, Isabel Allende, and Eckhart Tolle, ‘THE POWER OF THE HEART’ – which ties into a book of the same name – is an experience that will lead you to uncover… and rediscover… the treasure in your chest. Visit the Official Website at: http://www.ThePoweroftheHeart.com
Watch the full movie here for free:
https://web.moviesjoy.sc/film/the-power-of-the-heart-2014/
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