Beyond Naive Realism with special guest, Matthew Fox

Creation Spirituality, Compassion, and Surrender in a Universe We Dream

In this captivating conversation, Deepak Chopra and Matthew Fox challenge our assumptions about reality and embark on a profound exploration of spirituality in the 21st century. Deepak, disillusioned with the limitations of scientific materialism, shares his journey into the "formless" experience of the divine and his newfound embrace of surrender. Matthew, a theologian and author of "Essential Writings on Creation Spirituality," offers a vibrant alternative to traditional Christianity, grounded in nature, wisdom, and compassion.

Matthew Fox is a spiritual theologian, an Episcopal priest and an activist for gender, racial and eco-justice. He has written 39 books that have been translated into over 60 languages. As founder of the University of Creation Spirituality in California and The Cosmic Mass, he conducts dozens of workshops each year. He is the recipient of many awards including: The Abbey Courage of Conscience Peace Award. Recent projects include Order of the Sacred Earth and Daily Meditations with Matthew Fox as well as The Cosmic Mass.

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Key topics:
✨ The pitfalls of naive realism: Deepak critiques the scientific method's limitations and how it often obscures the true essence of reality, shaped by human perception. Matthew sheds light on creation spirituality, a paradigm shift that prioritizes nature's interconnectedness and wisdom over rigid dogma.
✨ Cultivating compassion: Both guests emphasize the transformative power of compassion as a core spiritual value. Deepak explores the teachings of the Sermon on the Mount and the importance of forgiveness, while Matthew highlights the feminine archetypes and their nurturing, maternal energy.
✨ Navigating the darkness: Matthew delves into the transformative potential of grief and suffering, viewing them as opportunities for learning and growth. Deepak shares his own experience of the "Dark Night of the Soul" and how it led him to embrace surrender to the divine mystery.
✨ Dreaming a new reality: The conversation concludes with a hopeful vision for the future, where we reclaim our connection to the sacredness of nature, awaken to the divine within ourselves and others, and build a world based on compassion and love.

This podcast episode is not just an intellectual discussion; it's a personal invitation to embark on your own spiritual journey. Whether you're a seasoned seeker or just beginning to explore your inner landscape, you'll find profound insights and inspiration in Deepak and Matthew's shared wisdom. So, open your mind, open your heart, and prepare to be transported beyond the limits of your familiar reality.

Quotes:
"Science, at its best, isn't about dissecting the universe, but about falling in love with it."
"The greatest danger to knowledge is not ignorance, but the illusion of knowledge."

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