Chapter
The Drawbacks of a Bifurcation between Unenlightened and Enlightened
2:35:15 - 2:37:21 (02:05)
The speaker, having grown up in a religious household, expresses concerns about the creation of a priesthood that can make people feel inferior or superior based on their level of enlightenment. However, they express an attraction to Zen because it doesn't require belief in any particular doctrine.
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The speaker briefly mentions their positive experience with studying Scientology, but quickly shifts to a sarcastic and dismissive attitude towards it.
2:35:15 - 2:35:40 (00:24)
Summary
The speaker briefly mentions their positive experience with studying Scientology, but quickly shifts to a sarcastic and dismissive attitude towards it.
ChapterThe Drawbacks of a Bifurcation between Unenlightened and Enlightened
Episode#527: The Random Show — Life-Extension Misadventures, Blockchain/Crypto Investing, NFT Experiments, Dogecoin, Zen Buddhism, and Weathering Sharp Elbows
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The hosts express interest in discussing enlightenment and overcoming personal aversions, with one host admitting discomfort with the term "enlightenment."
2:35:40 - 2:36:04 (00:24)
Summary
The hosts express interest in discussing enlightenment and overcoming personal aversions, with one host admitting discomfort with the term "enlightenment."
ChapterThe Drawbacks of a Bifurcation between Unenlightened and Enlightened
Episode#527: The Random Show — Life-Extension Misadventures, Blockchain/Crypto Investing, NFT Experiments, Dogecoin, Zen Buddhism, and Weathering Sharp Elbows
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses their concerns with the potential of power dynamics and creating an intermediary between individuals and the divine in Zen Buddhism.
2:36:04 - 2:36:55 (00:50)
Summary
The speaker discusses their concerns with the potential of power dynamics and creating an intermediary between individuals and the divine in Zen Buddhism. Despite this, they are attracted to Zen because it encourages individuals to experience and taste their teachings for themselves.
ChapterThe Drawbacks of a Bifurcation between Unenlightened and Enlightened
Episode#527: The Random Show — Life-Extension Misadventures, Blockchain/Crypto Investing, NFT Experiments, Dogecoin, Zen Buddhism, and Weathering Sharp Elbows
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The episode covered a lot of ground, from technology issues to lightning strikes and almost throwing up, but it was still a good hang.
2:36:55 - 2:37:21 (00:25)
Summary
The episode covered a lot of ground, from technology issues to lightning strikes and almost throwing up, but it was still a good hang.