We're Not Who We Think We Are with Christian de Quincey, Ph.D.

MP3 Download It's a paradox: Whatever separates us connects us. Most of us think we are individuals first and foremost who then come together to form relationships. But what if we are not who we think we are but what we feel instead? In this provocative dialogue Christian de Quincey recommends we forge a bond between the mind and the heart, and "feel our thinking." It is ultimately through conscious, consensual relationships that we mine the depths of what is means to be a human tuner and receiver for a much vaster intelligence. De Quincey points out that wisdom is more than just a match between ideals, "wisdom carries with it a component of compassion. Wisdom is something that includes reason, but transcends reason by including other ways of knowing." (hosted by Michael Toms) Bio Christian de Quincey, Ph.D. is Professor of Philosophy and Consciousness Studies at John F. Kennedy University and Dean of Consciousness Studies at the University of Philosophical Research. He is the founder of the Wisdom Academy. Christian de Quincey's books include: Radical Nature: The Soul of Matter (revised edition) (Park Street Press 2010) Radical Knowing: Understanding Consciousness through Relationship (Park Street Press 2005) Consciousness from Zombies to Angels: The Shadow and the Light of Knowing Who You Are (The Wisdom Academy Press 2008) Deep Spirit: The Noetic Code (The Wisdom Academy Press 2008) BlindSpots: 21 Good Reasons to Think before You Talk (Park Street Press 2015) To learn more about the work of Christian de Quincey go to www.christiandequincey.com. Topics Explored in This Dialogue How you can go from knowing to Radical Knowing Why is relationship such an integral part of consciousness? Where did consciousness first arise in evolution? What are the four gifts of knowing? What is the paradox of interconnectedness? Why practicing not believing your beliefs is so important How the "Four Gifts of Knowing" can impact your life Host: Michael Toms      Interview Date: 3/3/2006       Program Number: 3136