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Also, if you work a job that allows you to listen to something passively while working, I highly suggest educational podcast or lectures. I joined the Peterson Academy (currently in…

It’s actually difficult for me to remain disciplined to NOT make videos or photos… I have to discipline myself to NOT make anything. The easy part is to go out…

The word yoga originates from the Sanskrit root “yuj” (युज्), which means “to yoke,” “to join,” or “to unite.” It conveys the idea of bringing together or harmonizing various aspects of existence, such as body,…

The Bhagavad Gita is one of the most revered texts in world literature, a philosophical and spiritual cornerstone for millions. Part of the Indian epic, the Mahabharata, this scripture is…

The word authenticity originates from the Greek root “authentikos” (αὐθεντικός), meaning “original, genuine, principal, or authoritative.” It is derived from “authentēs” (αὐθέντης), which literally means “one who acts with authority”…

Detachment is the ultimate form of freedom. When one detaches from expectations, material possessions, or even the opinions of others, the burden of external validation vanishes. This freedom unlocks the…

For instance, by filming myself for two years straight, speaking out loud to a GoPro, I’ve discovered why I photograph. Through the process of recording my thoughts, I’ve come up…

What’s popping people, it’s Dante.Currently going for a walk here along Penn’s Landing, and it looks really beautiful. I knew this would happen—I always seem to come here at the…

In Bemba, the word finished can be translated as “napwa” or “chapwa”, depending on the context. • Napwa: Used in a general sense to mean something is done or over.…

What’s poppin, people? It’s Dante. Currently walking along the intersection between order and chaos. Here I am, just exploring Philadelphia along the Schuylkill River. I just found this pretty cool…

Once you no longer desire any approval, money, or recognition, then what? What if I don’t desire a publisher, approval, or even disapproval?

I eat the most nutrient dense foods. Just eat meat and eggs until satiation, and you won’t feel hungry the next day. Succumbing to hunger in the day feels like…

Life is physical. Before I do anything in my day, I make sure to stretch my body through simple yoga poses, doing three sets per each pose. I think it’s…

The Dhammapada is one of the most significant texts in Buddhist literature. This ancient collection of verses encapsulates the essence of the Buddha’s teachings, offering profound wisdom on ethical conduct,…

Intelligence, Rationality, Wisdom, and Spirituality

Welcome back to the exploration of wisdom, imagination, and transformation. In this session, we delve into the interplay between ritual and wisdom, examining how rituals cultivate intelligence, enhance our connection…

Welcome back to our lecture series on intelligence, rationality, wisdom, and spirituality. Today, we will wrap up our discussion on rationality and delve into wisdom and spirituality. As we’ve explored,…

Human beings are inherently irrational—or so experimental research often suggests. This raises a profound question: If we are so prone to errors in reasoning, where do we derive our standards…

Welcome back. This journey continues as we explore the intersections of intelligence, relevance realization, predictive processing, generative modeling, and religio—the sense of connectedness that forms the foundation of meaningful experiences.…

Welcome back. In this post, we explore the foundational challenges of intelligence, focusing on the meta-problem of relevance realization and how it connects to predictive processing. This journey takes us…