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Dear Dr. Neimeyer, I have just one question, but it is a big one. In your opinion, what is the meaning of life?--Nicolae Dear Nicolae, I'm a practicing psychologist who works alongside people who are struggling with deeply unwelcome changes in their lives--the breakdown of intimate relationships, the loss of career or meaningful work, the onset of life-threatening illness, and especially the death of loved ones, often in tragic circumstances. As a scholar and researcher I also study how people meet, and typically surmount such adversity. Decades of doing this work has shaped my understanding of the meaning of life, and specifically how people rebuild or reconstruct life's meaning when it is devastated by events beyond their control. Here I'll reflect briefly on these "lessons of loss," viewing them through a narrative lens that has proven helpful in our research, as well as to the people who consult me in my practice... .https://conta.cc/3RcefS5

Dear Dr. Neimeyer, I have just one question, but it is a big one. In your opinion, what is the meaning of life?--Nicolae Dear Nicolae, I'm a practicing psychologist who works alongside people who are struggling with deeply unwelcome changes in their lives--the breakdown of intimate relationships, the loss of career or meaningful work, the onset of life-threatening illness, and especially the death of loved ones, often in tragic circumstances. As a scholar and researcher I also study how people meet, and typically surmount such adversity. Decades of doing this work has shaped my understanding of the meaning of life, and specifically how people rebuild or reconstruct life's meaning when it is devastated by events beyond their control. Here I'll reflect briefly on these "lessons of loss," viewing them through a narrative lens that has proven helpful in our research, as well as to the people who consult me in my practice... .https://conta.cc/3RcefS5

Dear Dr. Neimeyer, I have just one question, but it is a big one. In your opinion, what is the meaning of life?--Nicolae Dear Nicolae, I'm a practicing psychologist who works alongside people who are struggling with deeply unwelcome changes in their lives--the breakdown of intimate relationships, the loss of career or meaningful work, the onset of life-threatening illness, and especially the death of loved ones, often in tragic circumstances. As a scholar and researcher I also study how people meet, and typically surmount such adversity. Decades of doing this work has shaped my understanding of the meaning of life, and specifically how people rebuild or reconstruct life's meaning when it is devastated by events beyond their control. Here I'll reflect briefly on these "lessons of loss," viewing them through a narrative lens that has proven helpful in our research, as well as to the people who consult me in my practice... .https://conta.cc/3RcefS5

In the latest edition of the 'Journal of Awareness Based Systems Change', you can find an ‘In-Dialogue article’ which features a conversation on the challenges and importance of knowledge as process – as embodied through practice – rather than knowledge as product. Overcoming my own imposter syndrome at being in such great company, I found it an awe inspiring and energising conversation to be part of. Facilitated by Oliver Koenig and Megan Seneque, other dialogue participants included Bayo Akomolafe, Ioan Fazey, Injairu Kulundu, Dylan McGarry and Michelle Proyer. We traversed personal stories, diverse practices and alternative perspectives, with a focus on the role of transformative (and transgressive) research in shaping new worlds. And we found common ground in our hopes for a radical shift towards research that is much more relational and co-creative. Knowing this may be counter to a global trend that is boxing knowledge up as an output or efficient answer, it was nonetheless heartening to spend time with others who value ways of knowing, not just the known. The transcript of our conversation is captured in this piece ‘Transgressive Knowing: Lying Down with the Trouble’. https://lnkd.in/gEQSAN4x

In the following recent conversation on YouTube Lynne McTaggart chats with Jean Houston. As a therapist that weaves neuro therapy into my coaching approach, I appreciated their knowledge and experience in the application of quantum physics in co-creating connection and bringing forward possibilities into reality. Our mind is so much more than we can every imagine. https://lnkd.in/gNUM57id Summary Lynne McTaggart and Jean Houston discuss the emergence of each of us as a “new human” amidst global challenges, emphasizing intention, community, and the power of belief to create transformative change. Highlights ·        New Human Concept: Exploring the emergence of our new human identity in response to global crises. ·        Latent Potential: Recognizing our untapped human abilities that can shape our reality. ·        Community & Altruism: Highlighting the importance of our collective efforts and selflessness in driving change. ·        Rhythm & Oneness: The role of music and unity in achieving higher consciousness. ·        Creating New Stories: The necessity of us unlearning old beliefs to foster revolutionary community relationships. ·        Indigenous Wisdom: Learning from indigenous peoples’ connection to nature to restore our bond with the biosphere. Key Insights ·        Tapping into Human Potential: By recognizing and harnessing our latent abilities, we can redefine our roles in society and contribute meaningfully to collective transformation. ·        Power of Intention: The act of setting our intentions can manifest significant changes in our lives, suggesting that our beliefs greatly influence our reality. ·        Importance of Community: Building strong, altruistic communities is vital for us effecting grassroots change, as individual efforts become amplified when united for a common cause. ·        Role of Rhythm and Music: Engaging with rhythm and music can elevate our consciousness, promoting a sense of oneness and interconnectedness with others and the universe.

Here’s how we approached diversity with engagement and curiosity.  . . Go through the full case study here - https://lnkd.in/g3Hj-UJG

“Reality should not be this universal standard of limiting norms. Even if binary order, coding, or digital twins, create a more efficient world, we need to make sure the systems we live in are philosophically and existentially healthy and rich. It is about expanding the domains of possibility for all forms of life, in a way that respects the balance of the whole Gaia living system and beyond.” Luis de Miranda That’s why I have recently joined Enriched Realities Assembly as a founding member. For me, the Enriched Realities Assembly is a place to cooperate and co-create with others to integrate our entangled selves in a world that is suffused with otherness – whether digital, natural, cultural, or artificial and to practice and explore philosophically healthy enriched realities for both humans and non-humans.

🌟 Meet Lisa Oswald 🌟 She investigates public discourse in online environments and explores the crucial role of digital media for democracy. Lisa says: "Public discourse is really essential for any democratic system, because it is the basis for public opinion formation and eventually for political action. Therefore this is relevant for all of us. And at the same time, we see that it undergoes dramatic changes through the digital transformation." Curious about Lisa's research? Get a brief impression of her work by watching this video: https://lnkd.in/gV3_AXmx. And for more in-depth insights, check out the complete interview: https://lnkd.in/gGNTUMKm

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