Ego and Illusion
Is it possible to understand that the ego is an illusion without actually experiencing it?
How Choice Happens
How does an intensely voluntary choice or action feel when the illusion of the self vanishes?
Looking for the Looker
Can you please elaborate on what you mean when you say, “Look for the one who is looking"?
Lucid Dreaming
What are your thoughts about lucid dreaming and does it make sense to acquire this skill?
The Benefits of Meditation
Are there proven benefits to meditation?
Nirvana and Buddhism
How do you understand the idea of nirvana in Buddhism?
Attention vs. Consciousness
Can you talk about the relationship between attention and consciousness?
The Concept of Soul
How would the idea of a "soul" fit into your understanding of consciousness and free will?
Mindfulness and Physical Suffering
Are there certain experiences, like tinnitus, that are avoidable through mindfulness practice?
Skeptical About Meditation
Some public intellectuals seem skeptical about meditation—how do you deal with the disconnect between you and your colleagues?
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