The Endangered Earth: Mad Scientists and the Loss of the Sacred
Recording 08 of 11
Exposing Addiction, Entertainment, and Escapism
The episode explores the themes of deception, true love, and the impact of modern technology, particularly the internet. Barry talks about how the internet and personal memories are filled with past emotion and information, and how true love and self-denial are essential for a fulfilling relationship. He criticizes the internet as an addiction that distracts from real knowledge and the spiritual life. The discussion also touches on the negative effects of drugs, alcohol, and virtual reality, emphasizing the importance of facing life's challenges and finding true spiritual masters. Barry advocates for a return to pure psychic and spiritual being, free from external distractions and addictions.
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LENGTH: 1 HOURS AND 8 MINUTES
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
YEAR RECORDED: 1999
PLACE RECORDED: COOLANGATTA, AUSTRALIA
MAIN TOPICS
Emotional responsibility, Spiritual poverty, Scientists, Civilisations discontents, Loss of the sacred, Knowledge vs information, Distraction and entertainment, Sex and violence, Addiction to novelty, Law of Karma
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