What is the meaning of life? How can we use philosophy in everyday life?

The guest in this episode is Einar Øverenget. He is a Norwegian philosopher known for his contributions to ethics, existentialism, and phenomenology. He has authored several books and academic articles, focusing on various aspects of philosophy, including the nature of human existence, morality, and the intersection of philosophy and everyday life.

Øverenget has also been involved in public discourse, often engaging with contemporary ethical issues and societal challenges. He is recognized for his ability to make complex philosophical ideas accessible to a broader audience, both through his writings and public speaking engagements.

In addition to his academic work, Øverenget is known for his involvement in ethics education and his efforts to promote philosophical thinking in various professional fields, including business and healthcare. His work aims to foster a deeper understanding of ethical principles and their application in real-world situations.

You can buy Einars book Tyranny without a tyrant: Social media, intolerance, totalitarianism here: https://a.co/d/giclaer

What are the key components of the psychological illusion model that Jorgen uses, and how does it differ from traditional models in understanding and treating mental illnesses? The concept of emotions and thoughts being impersonal and thousands of years old was discussed. How does this view alter the way we should perceive and deal with our own thoughts and feelings?

In this episode we have Jørgen Rasmussen as a guest. He is known for his work in hypnosis and psychological change. He has authored books like "Provocative Hypnosis" and "Provocative Suggestions" and developed the Psychological Illusion Model, which is a unique approach to therapy focusing on understanding and transforming psychological illusions .

You can visit Jorgens webiste here: Jørgen Rasmussen - Tilstandstrening

We also talk about:

00:00 Fascination with family member's schizophrenia and behavior.

07:35 Psychology changed after split brain surgeries.

16:36 Metaphor of drink relates to psychiatric diagnosis.

17:36 Antidepressants questioned; emphasizing education and perspective shift.

26:14 Priests helped more when not rushed.

28:24 Understanding others' thoughts, reflecting without suffering.

37:18 Managing fear by accepting and not resisting.

42:10 Therapy evolves to change thought relationship, mindfulness.

46:11 Hypnosis as an intriguing paradox of direction.

54:35 Recognizing emotions: excitement, anxiety, and self-awareness.

57:17 Feelings reflect personal perspective, not external reality.

01:04:59 Clients often claim ownership of negative thoughts.

01:12:06 Studying psychology doesn't always lead to skills.

01:14:09 Praise for relevant examples and Keegan model.

01:18:59 Exploring boundaries, insights, and psychological development.

01:25:19 Trade-offs in life and shifting priorities.

In what ways does Armstrong suggest the Eurozone's financial practices are unsustainable, and what does he foresee as the potential fallout from such practices? Considering Armstrong's skepticism towards digital currencies and government debt, what alternatives does he propose for individuals looking to secure their financial futures? According to Martin Armstrong, how have university economics departments failed to adapt their teachings to the current financial realities, particularly regarding Keynesian economics?

We talk about:

00:00 Company sought to buy island, faced rejection.

08:36 Met personal advisor, led to meeting influential figure.

14:29 Neocons hindered Reagan and Gorbachev meeting.

22:34 US financial power established by World Wars.

25:37 Euro's flaws warned, consolidation of debts needed.

43:45 Military facility with satellites, people surfing Internet.

48:09 Currency and stock fluctuations lead to takeovers.

52:12 Warning against unsustainable path, suggesting alternative solution.

58:34 Democrats removed tax credits, causing real estate crash.

01:03:03 Private sector trust, mystery around digital currency.

01:07:22 Bitcoin could be seized; prefer gold coins.

01:15:50 Government and private sector borrowing unsustainable, temporary.

01:44:37 Analysts refrain from predicting currency crashes.

01:46:40 Governments avoid blame, currency impacts trade.