Ram Dass
Author of 'Be Here Now', mentioned as a figure whose work was influential for people interested in the 'mystic East' during the 1960s.
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Videos Mentioning Ram Dass
How to Become the Architect of Your Life, Optimism as the Purpose of Life, Psychedelics, and More
Tim Ferriss
An American spiritual teacher and advocate for psychedelics, mentioned as someone who 'got the message and hung up' in their psychedelic use.
Bobby Lee: Comedy, Skyrim, Sex Robots, Love, Fame, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #287
Lex Fridman
Spiritual teacher who believed that death is like removing a tight shoe, a metaphor for release, which Bobby Lee finds comforting.
Jack Kornfield — How to Overcome Apathy and Find Beautiful Purpose
Tim Ferriss
A friend of Jack Kornfield, who lived 20 years in a wheelchair after a stroke, became 'pure love' by the end of his life, embracing vulnerability and gratitude.
Knowing The Mind: A Conversation with Steven Laureys (Episode: #227)
Sam Harris
Spiritual teacher, formerly Richard Alpert, who influenced Steven Laureys' early meditation practice with his teachings.
Science of Social Bonding in Family, Friendship & Romantic Love
Andrew Huberman
A Buddhist philosopher mentioned for his quote about visiting parents as a test of enlightenment, highlighting challenging family relationships.
Brian Muraresku: The Secret History of Psychedelics | Lex Fridman Podcast #211
Lex Fridman
A spiritual teacher who said that psychedelics 'get you in the room with Jesus, but won't keep you there', emphasizing they are a catalyst, not an end.
#76 – Kyle Kingsbury: Finding meaning, depression, and psychedelics
Peter Attia MD
Spiritual teacher quoted by Kyle Kingsbury on the challenges of personal growth in relation to family relationships.
Jack Kornfield — How to Find Peace Amidst COVID 19 | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A prominent figure in American psychedelia and spiritual teacher, initially Richard Alpert, who influenced many spiritual teachers of Jack's generation.
#65–Rick Doblin, PhD: MDMA—creation, scheduling, toxicity, therapeutic use & changing public opinion
Peter Attia MD
Mentioned as a prominent figure, likely in the context of spirituality or psychedelics.
The Depths of Ayahuasca: 500+ Sessions — Dennis McKenna
Tim Ferriss
Spiritual teacher who famously said (or was believed to have said by Dennis McKenna) 'once you get the message, hang up the phone' regarding psychedelic use.
Jack Kornfield — Finding Freedom, Love, and Joy in the Present | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Author of 'Be Here Now', an early explorer of LSD at Harvard who later became a spiritual teacher in India. Jack Kornfield recently visited him on Maui.
Dan Harris on Becoming 10% Happier, Training the Mind, and More
Tim Ferriss
Born Richard Alpert, a Jewish Harvard professor who became a pioneering figure in the psychedelic movement, went to India, became a Hindu guru, and was a key 'Jubu'.
Lessons from ~4,500 LSD Sessions and Beyond | Stan Grof | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Accompanied Swami Muktananda on his first world tour and was a devotee.
Psychedelics and the Self: A Conversation with James Fadiman (Episode #242)
Sam Harris
The later name of Richard Alpert, who was an early psychedelic researcher and spiritual teacher.
Donald S. Lopez Jr. on Buddhism
Conversations with Tyler
Author of 'Be Here Now', mentioned as a figure whose work was influential for people interested in the 'mystic East' during the 1960s.
2024 New Year’s Resolutions, AI Upheavel, & Much More! | The Random Show (4K)
Tim Ferriss
A spiritual teacher whose words 'we're all just walking each other home' are quoted to express interconnectedness and shared human experience.
Jack Kornfield - How to Reduce Anxiety and Polish the Lens of Consciousness | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
A spiritual teacher and friend of Jack Kornfield, known for his teachings on human nature, personalities, and his spiritual journey.
The Biology of Social Interactions & Emotions | Dr. Kay Tye
Andrew Huberman
Spiritual teacher quoted for his saying, 'If you think you're enlightened, go spend a weekend with your parents,' illustrating the challenges of social dynamics even with close family.
Adam Savage on Great Tools, Great Projects, and Great Lessons | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Spiritual teacher discussed for his ideas on self-awareness and meta-cognition.