philosophy – shojiwax

Things are not as they seem.

Take a look around you. Everything you see, hear and touch is only an illusion constructed in your head. Don’t believe me?

Stillness

“Therefore, we could ask ourselves if there could also be other ‘ways of seeing’ that do not contradict or even replace science but eventually complement and enrich it. Present science is intrinsically limited by the material sense-mind perception that instinctively reduces, particularizes, atomizes, and separates. Again, there is nothing wrong with an intellectual and rational […]

Stillness

Podcast: I Can’t Believe It’s Not Buddha.

Lee Mack is a UK comedian who has appeared in a multitude of panel shows over the years. The old series of Would I Lie to You? is an eye-watering favourite for Kelly and me. Turns out Lee also has a strong interest in Buddhism and exploring the more existential issues in life. He makes […]

Anomalous

Video: is life after death possible?

Sam Parina is an associate professor of medicine at the NYU Langone Medical Centre who as well as conducting research into cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is known for his work on near death experiences and investigations into the nature of consciousness.