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The Benefits of Mindfulness for Citizens
07:02 - 14:06 (07:03)
Sam Harris explains that practicing mindfulness can help individuals become a better citizen by promoting positivity and appreciation for others and the world around them. It does not necessarily require rigorous meditation practice and can be helpful in reducing anxiety and becoming more stable.
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Non-zero-sum problems and games are those where there can be a win-win or a lose-lose outcome.
07:02 - 10:33 (03:31)
Summary
Non-zero-sum problems and games are those where there can be a win-win or a lose-lose outcome. The human psychology makes us susceptible to politicians who want to manipulate us and create fear of other nations that might not be warranted.
ChapterThe Benefits of Mindfulness for Citizens
Episode#338 - Robert Wright - Psychology, Aliens & Averting The Apocalypse
PodcastModern Wisdom
Mindfulness can improve one's mental well-being by becoming less anxious, more stable, and appreciative of beauty in the world and other people, which in turn can lead to becoming a better citizen.
10:33 - 14:06 (03:32)
Summary
Mindfulness can improve one's mental well-being by becoming less anxious, more stable, and appreciative of beauty in the world and other people, which in turn can lead to becoming a better citizen. Even simply following mindfulness practices for therapy purposes can have a positive impact on oneself and the world.