Chapter
The Function of Love and Finding Discipline
29:16 - 43:08 (13:52)
The speaker discusses the possible functions of love, such as for child-rearing and as a survival tool, and questions the concept of finding a solid center within oneself for discipline.
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The idea of having a solid center within ourselves may be an illusion and something that we project.
29:16 - 34:12 (04:56)
Summary
The idea of having a solid center within ourselves may be an illusion and something that we project. This happens a lot with people who actively go in search of themselves, wanting to discover a hidden essence within them that they feel out of touch with.
ChapterThe Function of Love and Finding Discipline
Episode#473 - Tom Van Der Linden - Finding Heroic Meaning In Modern Life
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses how it may be impossible to truly understand someone else, as people can lose parts of themselves to others, who hold onto certain memories and details.
34:13 - 37:31 (03:18)
Summary
The podcast discusses how it may be impossible to truly understand someone else, as people can lose parts of themselves to others, who hold onto certain memories and details. The speaker shares a story about a woman in her 30s dealing with relationships and an ex-lover who takes some part of her with him after he passes away.
ChapterThe Function of Love and Finding Discipline
Episode#473 - Tom Van Der Linden - Finding Heroic Meaning In Modern Life
PodcastModern Wisdom
The concept of love is explored in the movies Interstellar and The Thin Red Line, with love being viewed as a survival tool and potentially part of a higher consciousness.
37:32 - 43:08 (05:36)
Summary
The concept of love is explored in the movies Interstellar and The Thin Red Line, with love being viewed as a survival tool and potentially part of a higher consciousness. It also touches on the idea of panpsychism and multiple dimensions.