You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson Heroic Chat with Dr. Dan Siegel: Going From "Me" and "We" to "Mwe"
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Nov 20, 2023 
Dr. Dan Siegel, Executive Director of the Mindsight Institute, joins Brian Johnson to discuss interconnectedness and living with an integrated identity. They explore the impact of integration on various systems, reflect on the connection between the mind and the brain, and emphasize the importance of psychological flexibility. They also discuss imperfect parenting and end by discussing themes of heroism and working towards a better world.
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Integration As Differentiation Plus Linkage
- Integration means differentiation plus linkage; healthy systems honor individual gifts while connecting them into a relational whole.
- Dan Siegel calls this integrated identity a mwe and says it produces collaborative creativity and courage across families, groups, and cultures.
Expand Awareness From Body To Relational Field
- Practice expanding awareness from body sensations to include the relational field to cultivate an integrated 'mwe' identity.
- Siegel guided a grounding where participants feel individual sensations then sense the synergy of a hundred-plus people forming a collective field.
Heroism Starts With Questioning And Courage
- Heroism, per Siegel, begins with questioning received answers and having the courage to face painful realities rather than escape into distraction.
- He connects inner development to global action, citing the Inner Development Goals and collaboration across disciplines.