Busyminds Podcast: Recent Episodes
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In the first episode of this podcast in 2023, I discuss one of my favourite essays ever, written by Simon Sarris. However, I only cover one of four parts; the remaining three will be in consequent episodes.
This episode which is part one covers my commentary and thoughts on The Stupor of Rationality.
If you wish, you may read the essay with the link below. I have also attached other links below as resources and materials for better understanding. I hope you take your time to read them.
In Praise of The Gods by Simon Sarris: https://open.substack.com/pub/simonsarris/p/in-praise-of-the-gods?r=89l9f&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
The Alchemist from New Hampshire: https://open.substack.com/pub/busyminds/p/the-alchemist-from-new-hampshire?r=89l9f&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
Notes on In Praise of The Gods: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Om6LPzW7-ANaV1kRCpVYk_ybN0FSHnH08le0mpyfEC4/edit?usp=sharing
Why Create?: https://open.substack.com/pub/busyminds/p/why-create?r=89l9f&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
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LIAM Education: https://liameducation.substack.com/
I hope this episode is a good listen and come back for more.
You don't know how useful some things are unless they are absent. In the same way, curiosity and leisure are looked down on because they can't be pre-rationalised. However, their absence communicates their importance.
This episode describes the scale, pace, and pattern that technology introduces into society that accelerate vices and hamper some parts of human development.
"When a measure becomes a target it ceases to be a good measure." - Charles Goodhart. Read here on my newsletter and subscribe to my newsletter: https://busyminds.substack.com/p/monday-map-d57?r=89l9f&s=w&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&utm_source=direct
The first episode of 2022: I talk about the fallacy of using games to model real life situations.
This episode highlights my blindspot and my recovery. Follow and subscribe across these channels: Substack link https://busyminds.substack.com/p/coming-soon?r=89l9f&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email&utm_source=copy
Spotify link
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WordPress blog
http://busymindshome.wordpress.com
I answer these questions: what do people expect of me? What am i valued for? At this point in my life, what should I give priority to building? Read the article on my blog: http://busyminds.home.blog/2021/09/19/the-trajectory-of-value/
Peer pressure is a thing but there is a subtle version; social proof. Learn how it works and how to circumvent it.
In this episode, I introduce my newest project; Evolution Point. Check here; https://t.me/joinchat/-nHRa5eMJ-E3YjU0
In this episode, i emphasize why you should ask the right questions. I probe the irrationality of Jesus weeping at Lazarus's grave. And I talk about the true nature of ideas.
In this episode, i give helpful lessons from a movie that has served as an inspiration for Busyminds. We believe this episode will inspire you to be genuine even when unconventional. Listen good.
After been away for a while, I am back. This episode is nothing too serious but still important. In this episode, I had a quick reflection on BUSYMINDS thus far and what we are all about. Learn what some of my thoughts and lessons are. They serve good purpose to all.
Do you hate mathematics and you can't see how it applies to you? Are you curious about the philosophy of mathematics? Weep no more, Busyminds is here. In this episode, learn the philosophy of mathematics. Even more intriguing, learn how our emotions mimic mathematics in decision making. Have a blast. Follow this channel.
Maya Angelou said "if you get, give. If you learn, teach." Knowledge ought to be practical. How does what you know apply? In this podcast, learn how to make good use of the knowledge you obtain. Enjoy. Mail me at jegdykhai@gmail.com
This is therapy, but a therapy session with books. Learn how to become and objective self-observer in this Bibliotherapy series. Email: jegdykhai@gmail.com
Active reading is vital to training your mind. Become articulate by becoming an active reader. Link to my WordPress Blog;
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The world often doesn't make se until we find the words to describe it. In this podcast, find out a good reason to pick up a book. Listen, stay tuned and share. Link to my WordPress Blog;
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Everybody is curious about something. The limitation is we don't know what to do with it. This limitation manifests as anxiety, anger, impatience and other negative habits. The antidote is clear thinking. A clear mind is a clear life.