Four Stages: Is-ness to My-ness

Thom outlines is-ness, am-ness, I-ness and my-ness as progressive unfoldings of consciousness.

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Consciousness is spoken of in many different ways and contexts. Usually when we speak of consciousness, we know the meaning that’s being conveyed. But what exactly is consciousness?

It’s both a philosophical and scientific question at the same time.

In this episode, Thom cuts through the philosophy to give us a pragmatic answer to the question. It’s an answer that lets us get on with the business of being conscious with ever-increasing capacity.

Episode Highlights

00:45 Consciousness is That Which Makes Existence Relevant

04:15 Is-ness, Am-ness, I-ness, My-ness

07:38 Repertoires of Consciousness

11:24 Everything is a Response to Observation

14:57 Maximizing Capability

19:49 Q: Where was the one thing before it became many?

20:04 A: Everywhereness Inside of It

23:36 Once Upon a Time

26:26 The Variety that Creates Storyline

29:17 Lesha Avidya: The Faint Remains of Ignorance

32:09 A Blend of Ignorance and Consciousness