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Advancements in Neuroscience Decode Higher Consciousness

What are some important advancements in neuroscience? How have they helped us to understand different forms of human consciousness? According to the book Stealing Fire, advancements in neuroscience are decoding peak states of consciousness. With new technologies, researchers are uncovering the conditions that correlate with these states, allowing us to distinguish between normal consciousness and peak states. Read on to learn how these advancements in neuroscience are helping to explain peak states of consciousness.

There Are Too Many Apps—Here’s Why We Should Only Need One

How many apps do you have on your phone? Are there too many apps to keep up with? One of the main issues with technology today is that there’s too much of it. You have to use so many products and apps to perform tasks, when it would be much easier to just have a single app for everything. If you agree that there are too many apps for everything, keep reading for the solution.

The Culture Wars in America: Strauss and Howe’s Third Turning

When did the Culture Wars in America start? What were the wars about? What values came to the fore? William Strauss and Neil Howe wrote The Fourth Turning in 1997, in the midst of America’s most recent Third Turning—the third phase in a four-phase cycle of history. The authors describe the Third Turning in general as an Unraveling. They call the Third Turning which began in 1984 “the Culture Wars.” Read more to learn about the Culture Wars in America and how they fit into the larger historical picture.

Does the U.S. Need New Banking Rules After the Fall of SVB?

What are the pros and cons of adopting new banking rules in the U.S.? Do we need stronger banking regulations? Banking regulations are a hotly debated topic in the U.S. currently, with some arguing that they provide essential consumer protections and others contending that they stifle competition and innovation. Now, with the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, there’s an even greater push for new banking rules. Read on to learn about the debate over new U.S. banking rules, based on various experts’ perspectives.

The Strauss-Howe Generational Theory (From The Fourth Turning)

Which generation are you? What role do you play in society right now? Do you fit the archetype? According to historian William Strauss and consultant Neil Howe, each generation in society fits into one of four different archetypes: the Prophet, the Nomad, the Hero, and the Artist. In The Fourth Turning, they discuss the role the generations play in each cycle of history. Read on to learn about the Strauss-Howe generational theory, its applications, and its implications.

The Psychedelic Revolution: Main Barriers to Success

What is the psychedelic revolution? How is today’s revolution being challenged? What are the main obstacles? In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in higher states of consciousness and some say we’re in a new psychedelic revolution. In their book Stealing Fire, Stephen Kotler and Jamie Wheal explain the main challenges to the success of the revolution. Read on to learn about the psychedelic revolution and the challenges it faces, according to Kotler and Wheal.

Debate: Is Natural Gas “Green Energy” or a Fossil Fuel?

Is natural gas “green energy” or a fossil fuel? Does natural gas harm the environment? On January 6, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill into law classifying natural gas as “green energy.” Tying the “green” label to a fossil fuel that drives global warming has created some confusion, but it’s a potentially powerful branding tool for U.S. leaders seeking to advance their respective causes. Read on to learn about the debate surrounding natural gas and the “green energy” label.

The 4 Generational Archetypes & Their Roles in Society

As you age, how does your role in society change? How much do young people impact the culture? Are generational archetypes like story archetypes? According to William Strauss and Neil Howe, each generation in society fits into one of four different archetypes: the Prophet, the Nomad, the Hero, and the Artist. Each generational archetype has its own role to play in the culture. Continue reading to learn about generational archetypes and the various ways they function and interact in society.

Do Humans Cause Climate Change? The Question Is How Much

Do humans cause climate change? If so, to what extent? What’s the evidence? Steven E. Koonin argues that the human impact on the climate is relatively small. He shows this with his analysis of greenhouse gases and aerosols released into the atmosphere. Continue reading to learn about Koonin’s findings and conclusions about manmade climate change.

Why Shorter Workweeks Should Replace the 9-5

Why do most people work 40 hours per week? Are there benefits of a shorter workweek? The traditional 40-hour workweek is designed to keep employees productive and dedicated to the job, but it actually does the opposite. Instead, working an excessive amount of hours makes employees exhausted and less motivated. The solution is to form a shorter week that prioritizes employees’ happiness and health. Below we’ll look at reasons why a shorter workweek is beneficial and what can be done to implement it.