A curated collection of documentaries, scientific insights, and philosophical perspectives on quantum physics, non-duality, and the mysteries of existence.
This vault archives YouTube transmissions and corresponding literature across meditation, neuroscience, ontology, ecology, AI, spirituality, and cosmology.
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Astronomy/ Cosmology
The Origin and Evolution of Life, Consciousness, and the Physical Universe | Carl Johan Calleman
The origin of consciousness is a hotly debated issue in the scientific community. The division is between those who believe that consciousness is primary to matter, and those who look upon it as a result of the complexity of brain matter. Macrocosmic Quantum Theory demonstrates...
https://youtu.be/7jb-nmtgQ38
The origin of consciousness is a hotly debated issue in the scientific community. The division is between those who believe that consciousness is primary to matter, and those who look upon it as a result of the complexity of brain matter. Macrocosmic Quantum Theory demonstrates that the evolution of consciousness is brought by nine sequentially activated waves of creation – what the ancients referred to as Plumed Serpents – that shape evolution in all its forms. From this perspective, the purpose of human life seems to be to attain the state of consciousness of the Ninth Wave. Join us for a discussion on the paths to get there. Presented on April 1, 2021.
Carl Johan Calleman has a Ph.D. in physical biology from the University of Stockholm. He started his career as a senior researcher at the School of Public Health at the University of Washington in Seattle, focusing on identifying toxic substances in the human environment. After leaving his academic career, he has spent the past 25 years developing an understanding of the meaning of the Mayan calendar, and as part of this quest he has lectured in 25 countries and written seven books, which have been translated to 14 languages. His current focus is on the application of Macrocosmic Quantum Theory. Learn more at www.calleman.com
Books
Buddhist Inner Sciences : Revealing Your Rainbow Body – Ep. 25
Yuthok Nyingthig is the most important practice for Tibetan medicine healing practitioners. The practice of Yuthok Nyingthig helps reveal the rainbow body that is each person's natural state. Professor Thurman discusses the meaning of empowerment, tantra, and why the rainbow body of natural bliss and...
https://youtu.be/LUYMWSum_CM
Yuthok Nyingthig is the most important practice for Tibetan medicine healing practitioners. The practice of Yuthok Nyingthig helps reveal the rainbow body that is each person's natural state. Professor Thurman discusses the meaning of empowerment, tantra, and why the rainbow body of natural bliss and happiness is such an important teaching for our modern world. This podcast was recorded on July 2, 2015 at Menla Mountain Retreat Center as part of a retreat called Shakyamuni Buddha's Inner Sciences. His Medicine Buddha Healing Science with Dr. Nida Chenagtsang & Robert Thurman. This podcast is apart of the Buddhist Inner Sciences 101 Podcast Series taken from the Bob Thurman & Tibet House US archives which are intended to provide an introduction to the yogic, meditative & theoretical practices of the tradition. These recordings are intended to be general overviews & one should be studying with a qualified teacher before attempting or engaging in the practices.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (Chat-GPT) and Buddhist Non-Self
What does artificial intelligence have to tell us about the central Buddhist teaching of non-self? We'll delve into some of the recent advances in AI, focusing in particular on the chat programs ChatGPT (GPT-3 -- recorded before the release of GPT-4) and LaMDA. Then we'll...
https://youtu.be/hp0zpOYkqMI
What does artificial intelligence have to tell us about the central Buddhist teaching of non-self? We'll delve into some of the recent advances in AI, focusing in particular on the chat programs ChatGPT (GPT-3 -- recorded before the release of GPT-4) and LaMDA. Then we'll turn to the Buddhist notion of non-self. Finally we'll look at what one of these artificially intelligent programs had to say about the relationship between Buddhist non-self and AI.
Documentaries
Does the Universe have a Purpose? ~ Consciousness Documentary
Does the Universe have a Purpose? This documentary explores the possibility that conscious life is an inevitable feature of cosmic evolution. We explore different theories, including the possibility that conscious life is destined to transform the universe, and that in its final state, participates in...
https://youtu.be/oFZFbFD8uk0
Does the Universe have a Purpose? This documentary explores the possibility that conscious life is an inevitable feature of cosmic evolution. We explore different theories, including the possibility that conscious life is destined to transform the universe, and that in its final state, participates in the creation of its own existence.
Talks
18 Missing Years from the Biblical Records – Jesus’s Journey to India
Beyond the canon, ancient traditions from Ladakh and Kashmir preserve remarkable accounts of a teacher named Issa, remembered at Hemis Monastery, and Yuz Asaf, honored at the Roza Bal shrine in Srinagar. Could these point to a chapter of Jesus’ life in India? In this...
https://youtu.be/5imgmomcgRo?si=gExwMGVkXF_vppUC
Beyond the canon, ancient traditions from Ladakh and Kashmir preserve remarkable accounts of a teacher named Issa, remembered at Hemis Monastery, and Yuz Asaf, honored at the Roza Bal shrine in Srinagar. Could these point to a chapter of Jesus’ life in India? In this documentary, Paul Wallis investigates the mystery of the lost years, examining Paul’s testimony of a spiritual resurrection and how empire reshaped the image of Jesus into something he never claimed to be. Produced by Anthony Barrett, the film follows the trail of stories that continue to challenge and expand our understanding of history.
Biology/Ecology
The Superhuman World of Wim Hof: The Iceman
Wim Hof first caught the attention of scientists when he proved he was able to use meditation to stay submerged in ice for 1 hour and 53 minutes without his core body temperature changing. Since then, he’s climbed Mount Everest in his shorts, resisted altitude...
https://youtu.be/VaMjhwFE1Zw
Wim Hof first caught the attention of scientists when he proved he was able to use meditation to stay submerged in ice for 1 hour and 53 minutes without his core body temperature changing. Since then, he’s climbed Mount Everest in his shorts, resisted altitude sickness, completed a marathon in the Namib Desert with no water and proven under a laboratory setting that he’s able to influence his autonomic nervous system and immune system at will.
Almost everything Wim has done was previously thought to be impossible - but he’s not a freak of nature.
To demonstrate that any human can learn his methods, Wim offered to teach Matt Shea and Daisy-May Hudson to climb a freezing cold mountain in their shorts without getting cold. But when Matt and Daisy signed up for the training, they had no idea that the so-called Iceman was planning to lead them on a psychedelic journey across Europe that circled the chasm between science, spirituality and mystery.
Documentaries
This world is a phantom, revealed by quantum physics
Chapters 0:00 Physicists 1:41 Quantum physics 5:01 Double slit experiment 9:48 Quantum Entanglement 12:33 The essence of the world A survey of the quantum results — superposition, entanglement, the measurement problem — that make the solidity of the physical world untenable. What remains looks less...
https://youtu.be/wnL61mMlwbU
Chapters 0:00 Physicists 1:41 Quantum physics 5:01 Double slit experiment 9:48 Quantum Entanglement 12:33 The essence of the world
A survey of the quantum results — superposition, entanglement, the measurement problem — that make the solidity of the physical world untenable. What remains looks less like stuff and more like information awaiting observation.
Altruism
Consciousness and Moral Realism | with Sharon Rawlette PhD
Does moral truth exist? In this episode of Waking Cosmos I talk to the philosopher Sharon Rawlette about her work on moral realism and consciousness, and her pursuit of a universal ethical theory grounded in the intrinsic value of conscious states. We discuss her book,...
https://youtu.be/5UK7sdR_Duw
Does moral truth exist? In this episode of Waking Cosmos I talk to the philosopher Sharon Rawlette about her work on moral realism and consciousness, and her pursuit of a universal ethical theory grounded in the intrinsic value of conscious states. We discuss her book, The Feeling of Value, utilitarianism, the deep nature of value, hedonism, darwinian suffering, and Sharon’s belief in the teleological (purpose-driven) nature of reality.
Learn How to Meditate from a Zen Buddhist Priest – Genpo Roshi
Want to learn the best, most relaxing way to meditate? Dennis Paul Merzel, also known as Genpo Roshi, is a Zen Priest and teacher in the Soto and Rinzai schools of Zen Buddhism. Since his initial awakening over 45 years ago, his passion and purpose...
https://youtu.be/M4XDi2SRC18
Want to learn the best, most relaxing way to meditate? Dennis Paul Merzel, also known as Genpo Roshi, is a Zen Priest and teacher in the Soto and Rinzai schools of Zen Buddhism. Since his initial awakening over 45 years ago, his passion and purpose has been to assist others to realize their true nature, and to continuously deepen his own journey to enlightenment. In this truly fascinating and intimate conversation, the author of “Spitting Out the Bones: A Zen Master’s 45 Year Journey” demonstrates his meditation method right down to the breath, so that everyone can experience the relaxing nature of this ancient practice. Genpo and Dave also dig into his Big Mind/Big Heart Process, his spiritual awakenings, his five stages of development, and his views on celibacy, monogamy/polyamory, and honesty. The ultimate guide to meditation and illumination is right here in this hour, so don’t miss it!
Biology/Ecology
Dr. Rupert Sheldrake – Morphogenetic Fields of Body and Mind – Quantum University
According to the hypothesis of formative causation, all self-organizing systems, including crystals, plants and animals contain an inherent memory, given by a process called morphic resonance from previous similar systems. All human beings draw upon a collective human memory, and in turn contribute to it....
https://youtu.be/HYC8N5W_bKA
According to the hypothesis of formative causation, all self-organizing systems, including crystals, plants and animals contain an inherent memory, given by a process called morphic resonance from previous similar systems. All human beings draw upon a collective human memory, and in turn contribute to it.
Even individual memory depends on morphic resonance rather than on physical memory traces stored within the brain. This hypothesis is testable experimentally, and implies that the so-called laws of nature are more like habits.
Morphic resonance works through morphic fields, which organize the bodies of plants and animals through vibratory patterns, and underlie their abilities to regenerate and heal after damage. Morphic fields also coordinate the vibratory activities of the nervous system, and are closely connected to mental activity.
Minds are extended beyond brains through these fields, and the effects of attention and intention at a distance can be detected experimentally.
Astronomy/ Cosmology
Secrets of the Cosmic Web – Watch Free Online
Source: Secrets of the Cosmic Web - Watch Free Online A journey through the largest structure in existence: the cosmic web of filaments along which galaxies form and flow like dew on a spider’s silk. The film shows how matter, energy, and information organize themselves...
A journey through the largest structure in existence: the cosmic web of filaments along which galaxies form and flow like dew on a spider’s silk. The film shows how matter, energy, and information organize themselves at the grandest scale — a universe that looks less like debris and more like architecture.
Documentaries
Full Film Infinite Potential The Life and Ideas of David Bohm
David Bohm is the most important scientist who did put the relation between consciousness and quantum theory. This video should be available to the public and should reach as many people as possible.
https://youtu.be/sa033n6N6f0?si=vUBgWIPwLn8_SpcY
David Bohm is the most important scientist who did put the relation between consciousness and quantum theory. This video should be available to the public and should reach as many people as possible.
