The Glory of the Commons: A Spiritual Path Beyond Selfish and Selfless | Ep. 50

In this episode, we explore “the glory of the Commons,” a reframing that transforms the classic tragedy-of-the-commons narrative into a hopeful vision for human and spiritual evolution. Drawing from a recent conversation with environmental leader Tim Christophersen, the evolutionary theology of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, and themes from our previous episodes on selfishness, selflessness, the divided self, and the integration of the physical and spiritual, this episode examines how the Commons offers a spiritual path forward. We explore how the Commons becomes not just an ecological or economic idea but a lens for understanding human consciousness, moral development, and our potential for self-transcendence. Ultimately, we consider how moving from tragedy to glory may be the spiritual invitation of our era.