#86: Edward Slingerland, PhD - The Science of Spontaneity

<p>Edward Slingerland, PhD, is a Professor of Philosophy and Associate Member in the Asian Studies and Psychology Departments at the University of British Columbia. He's an expert on the cognitive science of ancient philosophies.</p> <p>On this episode, we discuss the science of ancient concepts like Wu Wei (”effortless action”), hot vs cold cognition, ways to alter consciousness, the paradox of trying not to try, and much more.</p> <p>FitMind Neuroscience-Based App: <a href= "http://bit.ly/afitmind">http://bit.ly/afitmind</a><br /> Website: <a href="http://www.fitmind.co/">www.fitmind.co</a></p> <p>SHOW NOTES</p> <p>0:00 | Intro to Edward Slingerland, PhD</p> <p>1:39 | Wu Wei & Flow State</p> <p>9:34 | Hot vs. Cold Cognition</p> <p>13:45 | How to Get into State of Wu Wei</p> <p>17:35 | When to Not Use We Wei</p> <p>19:30 | Paradox of Trying Not to Try</p> <p>26:40 | Wu Wei in Daily Life</p> <p>30:10 | Microdosing Psychedelics</p> <p>32:28 | Alcohol and Ways to Alter Consciousness</p> <p>38:06 | How Much Effort is Needed to Become Effortless?</p> <p>40:00 | Rapid Fire Questions</p>