THE FUTURE OF CONSCIOUSNESS
Announcing our next seminar!
Our new six-week seminar starts August 25
Join us for an immersive six-week webinar featuring some of the most brilliant minds in neuroscience, philosophy, and mysticism as we explore the furthest reaches and latent possibilities of the human psyche. Gain insights from leading thought leaders such as Bernardo Kastrup, Ashanti Kunene, Gary Lachman, Dr. Mona Sobhani, Richard Smoley, Pamela von Sabljar, Jonathan Schooler, Dr. Tom Roberts, Alex Ebert, and more!
Hosted by New York Times bestselling author Daniel Pinchbeck, this unique event will deepen your understanding of consciousness, revealing the intricate relationship between brain function and self-awareness, the transformative power of mystical initiation, and the psycho-technologies shaping cognitive capitalism. You'll also delve into cutting-edge developments within the global consciousness movement.
Through a blend of rigorous analysis and practical applications, you will achieve greater mental coherence and emotional stability. Acquire tools to successfully navigate powerful inner experiences and apply this knowledge for personal growth and societal impact. This seminar will expand your comprehension of the mind's farthest reaches while providing tangible benefits for personal development and collective evolution.
Don't miss this opportunity to challenge your beliefs and unlock your full potential. Secure your spot today!
The full price for the seminar is $333.33 but we are offering an early bird special for the next week at $223.33 (1/3rd off):
Also, paid subscribers to this newsletter receive a deeper early bird reduction: $166.66 (1/2 off) for the next week. Subscribe now for this opportunity:
YOUR WEBINAR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Zoom sessions every Sunday and Wednesday, Aug. 25 - Sept. 29, 2024
Live lectures and Interviews guided by leading thinkers and doers
All sessions archived and available for replay
Exercises, curated reading and watching lists, plus guidelines for future study
Further community engagement through potential meetups, local and online.
NEW MOVEMENTS IN CONSCIOUSNESS
Join us for an immersive six-week webinar that brings together brilliant minds in neuroscience, philosophy, and mysticism to explore the furthest reaches and latent possibilities of the Psyche. This unique event will feature insights from amazing thought leaders such as Bernardo Kastrup, Gary Lachman, Richard Smoley, Jonathan Schooler, and Alex Ebert. You will gain profound insights into the nature of consciousness, the intricate relationship between brain function and self-awareness, the transformative power of mystical initiation, the psycho-technologies of cognitive Capitalism, and much more.
NEW CONVERSATIONS
Through talks, open discussions, and practical techniques, you will develop depth, mental clarity and emotional resilience, while you learn about new developments in neuroscience, mysticism, and the evolving global consciousness movement. Along the way, you will acquire tools to explore and navigate powerful inner experiences successfully. This seminar promises not only to expand your understanding of the farthest reaches of the mind, but also provide tangible benefits for personal growth and societal impact.
A NEW MIND
“A new world is only a new mind.”
-William Carlos Williams
As we keep learning about the mind and the brain, we have also entered a perilous phase where paths to extreme forms of control as well as paths to liberation are open. How do we resist technologies that can degrade our cognitive capacities, erode our reasoning powers, and forfeit our potential to attain new levels of individual and collective realization?
Instead of a technological Singularity, can we embrace the possibility of a “neuro-Singularity,” where we choose to explore the range of non-ordinary states? The deep mysteries of the Psyche include transpersonal and non-ordinary states. Could this be the new frontier for humanity’s future?
How do you realize tomorrow's mind, today?
GUEST SPEAKERS
BERNARDO KASTRUP
Bernardo Kastrup is the Executive Director of the Essentia Foundation, and a renowned philosopher and computer scientist, widely recognized for his work on the nature of consciousness. Holding a Ph.D. in computer engineering and another in philosophy, he is a leading proponent of analytical idealism, the view that reality is fundamentally mental. Kastrup has authored several influential books, including "Why Materialism Is Baloney" and "The Idea of the World," which challenge mainstream physicalist perspectives and offer profound insights into the nature of existence.
DEAN RADIN
Dean Radin, Ph.D., is the Chief Scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences and a pioneering researcher in the field of parapsychology. With a background in electrical engineering and psychology, Radin has spent over three decades investigating phenomena such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and psychokinesis. He is the author of several best-selling books, including "The Conscious Universe" and "Real Magic," where he presents rigorous scientific evidence for the reality of psychic phenomena and their implications for our understanding of consciousness.
ASHANTI KUNENE
Ashanti Kunene is a thought leader, writer, and advocate for decolonial education and social justice. With a background in psychology and African studies, Kunene's work focuses on the intersections of consciousness, identity, and systemic inequality. She is a dynamic speaker and facilitator, dedicated to fostering transformative dialogues that challenge colonial paradigms and promote inclusive, equitable futures.
ALEX EBERT
Known for his highly melodic, folk and psychedelia-inflected indie pop, Alex Ebert kept himself busy from the early days of his career, fronting the punkier Ima Robot for several years before founding his more famous second group, the nearly dozen-member Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, Ebert continues to be a prolific performer and publishes a very popular Substack newsletter: @BadGuru.
MONA SOBHANI
Dr. Mona Sobhani is a cognitive neuroscientist and author, recognized for her contributions to the understanding of the functional and structural neural bases of psychopathic traits. With a Ph.D. in neuroscience from the University of Southern California, Sobhani's research spans topics such as the effects of mindfulness and contemplative practices on the brain. She is committed to bridging scientific inquiry with personal transformation, advocating for an integrative approach to exploring human consciousness.
DAVID LUKE
Dr. David Luke is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Greenwich, specializing in the psychology of altered states of consciousness. With a Ph.D. in psychology, he has conducted extensive research on psychedelics, shamanism, and paranormal experiences. Luke is the author of "Otherworlds: Psychedelics and Exceptional Human Experience" and has published numerous academic papers exploring the profound implications of altered states on our understanding of mind and reality. He is also a co-founder of the Breaking Convention conference, a leading forum on psychedelic research.
GARY LACHMAN
Gary Lachman is an acclaimed author and historian of esotericism, with a prolific body of work that includes "A Secret History of Consciousness" and "Dark Star Rising." Formerly a founding member of the rock band Blondie, Lachman has since become a prominent figure in the study of Western esoteric traditions. His writings explore the intersections of consciousness, culture, and occult philosophy, offering insightful analyses of influential figures like Carl Jung, Rudolf Steiner, and P.D. Ouspensky.
PAUL LEVY
Paul Levy is a visionary author and spiritual teacher known for his groundbreaking work, "Dispelling Wetiko: Breaking the Curse of Evil." Levy draws on Jungian psychology and indigenous wisdom to address the malignant psycho-spiritual disease he calls "wetiko," which he argues is the root cause of collective madness and societal dysfunction. His teachings emphasize the transformative power of recognizing and integrating the shadow aspects of the psyche to awaken collective healing and consciousness.
PAMELA VON SABLJAR
Pamela von Sabljar is a visionary thinker, speaker, and facilitator known for her innovative approaches to personal and collective transformation. With a focus on embodied awareness and holistic healing, von Sabljar integrates diverse modalities to support individuals and groups in navigating the complexities of modern life. Her work emphasizes the importance of presence, authenticity, and relational intelligence in fostering resilient, conscious communities.
JONATHAN SCHOOLER
Dr. Jonathan Schooler is a distinguished professor of psychological and brain sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara. His pioneering research on mind-wandering, consciousness, and the science of creativity has earned him international acclaim. Schooler's work explores the dynamics of attention, the nature of subjective experience, and the implications of these phenomena for understanding human cognition and the creative process.
ALEXANDER BEINER
Alexander Beiner is a co-founder of Rebel Wisdom, a platform dedicated to exploring the deeper dimensions of culture, consciousness, and human potential. With a background in journalism and immersive events, Beiner curates dialogues that integrate wisdom traditions, cutting-edge science, and societal innovation. He is passionate about fostering community and creating spaces for authentic exploration and transformative conversations.
WARREN NEIDICH
Warren Neidich is an interdisciplinary artist, theorist, and author renowned for his explorations of cognitive capitalism and neuroaesthetics. His works, including "The Psychopathologies of Cognitive Capitalism," examine how contemporary culture and technology shape human cognition and perception. Neidich's interdisciplinary approach bridges art, science, and philosophy, offering critical insights into the cultural and neural implications of our rapidly evolving media landscape.
TOM ROBERTS
Dr. Thomas B. Roberts is an esteemed author and scholar, best known for his seminal work, "The Psychedelic Future of the Mind." A retired professor from Northern Illinois University, Roberts has dedicated his career to exploring the intersections of consciousness, spirituality, and psychedelics. His research and teachings have significantly contributed to the understanding of the transformative potential of psychedelic substances, advocating for their responsible use in therapeutic and personal development contexts.
RICHARD SMOLEY
Richard Smoley is a respected author and scholar specializing in esoteric Christianity and Western spiritual traditions. His notable works, such as "Inner Christianity" and "The Dice Game of Shiva," delve into the mystical dimensions of religious experience and the perennial wisdom underlying diverse spiritual paths. Smoley's writings offer profound reflections on the inner teachings of Christianity and their relevance to contemporary spiritual seekers.
BOB FALCONER
Bob Falconer is an esteemed author and therapist specializing in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. His book, "The Others Within Us: Internal Family Systems, Porous Mind, and Spirit Possession," explores the intersections of psychotherapy, spirituality, and cultural narratives. Falconer's therapeutic approach and writings highlight the importance of understanding and integrating the various parts of the self to achieve healing and wholeness.
THEMES EXPLORED
ORIGINS OF CONSCIOUSNESS
We explore the origin of consciousness from both scientific and philosophical/occult perspectives: What do we mean by consciousness? We will review current cutting-edge materialist theories like integrated information theory (IIT), and the Bayesian brain hypothesis, along with non-materialist ideas like panpsychism and analytic idealism. We will survey esoteric perspectives from Sri Aurobindo, Jean Gebser, and Rudolf Steiner. Does consciousness evolve over time? What future upgrades can we anticipate now?
MASTERING THE MIND
Learn how to enhance your cognitive abilities and emotional well-being. Define a new approach to common yet extraordinary phenomena like Deja Vous, synesthesia, and the formation of habits in which complex activities become, through repetition, simple, almost autonomous. Explore the latest neuroscience, including the impact of neuroplasticity and psychedelics on brain activity and the model of the “default mode network.”Come away with techniques for gaining better access to your unconscious and new ways to access the latent powers of the Psyche.
SCIENCE MEETS MYSTICISM
Mystical experiences and lucid dreams provide profound insights into the nature of mind. Brainwave activity during non-ordinary states can now be measured as new technologies capture images seen in dreams or visions. Altered states can be artificially stimulated via psychedelics, magnetic or electric stimuli, or other means. Anecdotally, people find “state-specific knowledge” at different levels of awareness. Can we develop a scientific approach to help us anchor psychic, mystical, and visionary states? Access transformative insights to enhance your daily life.
COGNITIVE CAPITALISM
Explore the societal and ethical dimensions of consciousness research. Consciousness is a social phenomenon: Language, a social technology, shapes our experience of reality. New technologies change our relationship to the world. Smartphones and AI out-source our innate cognitive functions – such as spatial location and reasoning – to corporations, with dangerous consequences. How do you use rapidly advancing technology without getting used by it?
POST-HUMAN TECHNOLOGIES
Emerging technologies such as autonmous AI, augmented reality, and neuro-enhancement will influence our understanding of ourselves, changing our relationship to identity, self-awareness, and so on. One extreme approach is brain-computer interfaces such as Neuralink. Explore how such invasive technologies could reshape your human experience in the future. Develop tools to navigate this increasingly bizarre new terrain and learn about new movements to protect our “neural rights.”
TRANSPERSONAL & PARANORMAL
Dive into near-death experiences (NDEs), telepathy, telekinesis, the hyperbolic geometry of DMT trips, and other transpersonal phenomena. Examine the evidence for these experiences and their implications for our understanding of consciousness and identity. Do elements of our consciousness survive death, as esoteric traditions avow? How do you access the "far antipodes of the mind" to make your own life more fulfilling, expanding the parameters of what’s possible?
ABOUT US
THE ELEVATOR
The Elevator is a think tank that seeks to provide a basis for the sustained growth and rapid dissemination of the new consciousness paradigm, with the intention of seeing this worldview supersede the entrenched yet obsolete materialist model.
THE LIMINAL INSTITUTE
The Liminal Institute produces webinars and courses to support your process of growth and transformation. Our mission is to provide practical and conceptual tools that improve your life and worldview in these rapidly changing times.
TESTIMONIALS
From previous Liminal Institute seminars:
"I experienced renewed hope for humanity by witnessing this grand tour of existing solutions, paths forward to a livable future, and people already doing the work."
"The course gave me room to reexamine many facets of my experiences, interests and passions and spurred me on to get my act together! Inspirational speakers and material delivered in a focused and authentic manner with a lot of humility, love and passion for a new way of being."
"I would have no hesitation in recommending this course to anyone seeking a way into exploring the paradigm shift or wanting to consolidate and expand existing knowledge and experiences."