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08/08/2023

Dear Friends,

It feels like just yesterday when we launched Conscious Commons, dreaming of creating an oasis in the digital realm that would prioritize depth, understanding, and connection over the noise of the digital world. Today, I write to you with a heavy heart to share some challenging news.

While we had high hopes that our unique approach - choosing optional subscriptions over advertising - would pave the way for a sustainable business model, the reality is that we embarked on this journey without sufficient cash reserves to reach the point of profitability. As a result, and after much reflection, I have come to the difficult decision to close Conscious Commons.

Our final day together here will be on September 1st.

To those who saw the vision and supported us with the $7 monthly subscription, I genuinely thank you. No further payments will be deducted, and prorated refunds for the remaining period will be initiated for annual subscribers over the next 3 weeks.

Thank you to those of you that we have considered thought leaders and community superstars who chose to commit your time and energy to bringing our mission and community to life. Your presence here is what has created such an incredibly welcoming and beautiful community.

I deeply acknowledge the sense of belonging and community that many of you have discovered within Conscious Commons. It weighs heavily on my heart that we cannot journey further together in this space. Please know that the decision wasn't made lightly, and I am profoundly grateful for the moments shared here.

I cherish the discussions and the community spirit we’ve fostered, albeit briefly. As we wind down, I hope we can retain those insights and memories and hope to bring the lessons learned into the light of other communities we are all a part of.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Allie

07/26/2023

Are you ready for our next Conscious Conversation? These dialogues form the backbone of our community, giving us the chance to explore deeper aspects of our existence together. This week, we're inviting you to look forward, to the horizons of the future. Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons!

Our question this week - Imagining Possibilities: What Beautiful Vision Guides Your Hope for the Future?

Within each of us exists a visionary, a dreamer who dares to imagine a world beyond what is, into the realm of what could be. That spark, that quiet voice guiding you towards a better tomorrow — what does it tell you? What landscapes does it paint in your mind, what stories of hope, love, and unity does it weave?

We understand this might be personal, even sacred. Share only if you feel called to do so. Otherwise, use this as a journaling prompt, an invitation to delve deep into your hopes and aspirations. Our intention here is not just to dream individually, but to collectively imbue our visions into the universe, to vibrate in a symphony of hopeful tomorrows.

Is your dream filled with universal compassion? Endless creativity? Or perhaps a deep connection with the natural world? Whatever it is, we're here to listen, to share, and to dream with you.

And remember, our past Conscious Conversations are always open for more input. Feel free to jump back into any of them anytime with the hashtag .

In this grand journey of existence, let's shape our tomorrow together, guided by the beautiful visions we nurture today.

Excited to hear from you. Dream big, dream beautiful!

07/19/2023

Hey everyone,

Ready for another heart-to-heart? Our Conscious Conversations are about diving deep into topics that touch our human core, weaving stronger bonds within our community. This time, let's chat about something a little different, but we believe to be equally fascinating.

This week’s conversation starter - Channeling Our Inner Light: How Can We Direct Our Personal Energy Towards Meaningful Change?

In this whirlwind of life, each of us carries a lantern of energy — spiritual, intentional, creative. It’s our fuel, driving us forward. But we're all aware that our energy isn't an endless reservoir. So how do we balance this limited stock against the grand changes we aspire to usher in?

Is it physical stamina we need? Mental fortitude? Spiritual grit? Or is it about harmonizing all of them, like the varied notes in a melody? How do we navigate these different forms of energy and put them to good use for the things we believe in?

And then, there's the matter of expectations. What should we expect from ourselves, and what should we hope for from others?

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Your stories, insights, and experiences are more than welcome - they're needed. This is how we learn from each other, grow together, and channel our energies more effectively.

And remember, our past Conscious Conversations are always ripe for more thoughts and insights on Conscious Commons.

In this dance of life, let's make sure every step, every move we make, carries our energy forward in the best way possible.

07/12/2023

Friends,

It’s that time of week again! We’re here to begin another Conscious Conversation with you all, where together we delve into the mysteries, concepts, and intricacies that shape our human experience. It is through the exploration of these complex and impactful questions that we can strive to build community and strengthen relationships.

This week, we're turning our gaze towards the future, examining the evolution of what we believe to be one of the most vital aspects of human interaction, and one that our community brings up again and again: empathy.

The Evolution of Empathy: How Will Human Connection Change in the Future?

In the ever more rapidly changing world, constantly shaped by advancements in technology, shifts in societal norms, and massively impactful local and global events, how will our ability to understand and respond to the feelings of others evolve?

Can we expect that empathy will increase as we become more globally connected, or will it diminish as digital interactions continue to rapidly outpace face-to-face contact?

How will these changes influence the way we form and maintain relationships, build communities, view the world, and develop our worldviews etc? Particularly as it relates to our ability to view ourselves in our fellow humans’ shoes?

Another piece of the conversation we believe it vital to cover is action. IF we believe that it is essential to humanity’s long term survival, what action can we individually take to keep the torch of empathy burning strong?
For the sake of this question, let’s assume that we’re speaking of healthy and intentional empathy. We would love to have another conversation after this one that is centered around developing empathy while maintaining healthy personal emotional boundaries.

Stay conscious, stay connected!

07/06/2023

Friends,

We're excited to announce that we have made the decision to change the name of Big Question Wednesday to "Conscious Conversations". We're making this change because we believe it better captures the depth, breadth, and spirit of the discussions we are cultivating here.

Plus, as we continue to grow and expand, we want our dialogues to be accessible regardless of the day of the week or time zone you're in!

In the spirit of this new transition, we welcome you back to another Conscious Conversation, where together we’re navigating the mysteries, concepts, and intricacies that form human experience. We believe that it is through the exploration of some of these infinitely complex, intriguing, and personally impactful questions that we can form community, relationships, and create positive change.

This week, our discussion is focused on an intriguing paradox that impacts nearly everyone more and more every day as we find ourselves able to access more and more choices in the way of food, music, media, opportunity, and more.

The Paradox of Choice: Does more freedom lead to more happiness?

This question is designed to prompt the examination of the intricate relationship between freedom, choice, and our happiness. In a world of endless options, does having more choices enhance our happiness or does it leave us overwhelmed and dissatisfied? How does the societal emphasis on freedom of choice shape our expectations, our decision-making, and ultimately our perception of happiness? How have you begun to cope with the endless choices available to you, and how has it impacted your ability to be whole, healthy, and happy?

As always, we welcome your introspection, exploration, and shared insights. These Conscious Conversations are what make our community thrive!

We look forward to your thought-provoking responses!

Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons! Joinconsciouscommons.io

06/28/2023

Friends,

Welcome back to another Big Question Wednesday, where together we’re navigating the mysteries, concepts, and intricacies that form human experience.

This week, our discussion is prompted by one of our wise members, . It's a question that lies at the core of our self-perception and understanding.

The question we're exploring: Who am I in the grand scheme of existence? What constitutes our identity?

This question invites us to delve deeper into the relationship between the self, those around us, and the universe at large. How do our experiences, our relationships, our values, and our aspirations contribute to our sense of self?

Moreover, how does this individual sense of self interact with the vast cosmos? Does our understanding of self shift when we consider our existence within the larger context of the universe?

As always, we welcome your introspection, exploration, and shared insights. This is our favorite day of the week!

Have an intriguing idea for a future Big Question? We'd love to hear it!

Come join the conversation by applying for membership at https://joinconsciouscommons.io/

06/22/2023

Come join us on Conscious Commons and experience a beautiful Dreamwork event with Ashley Reimer.

Ashley takes us on an exploration into dreamwork as a source of guidance and insight. In this journey, we'll discover how our dreams can serve as tools for enhancing our spiritual practices and promoting mental and emotional well-being. Together, we'll work on understanding the communication provided in our dreams, inviting richer comprehension and self-awareness. We're excited about this shared journey and hope it resonates with your personal exploration. Looking forward to seeing you there!

06/21/2023

Friends,

Welcome back to another Big Question Wednesday, where we continue to delve deep into the enigmas, theories, and complexities that shape human existence.

This week, our spotlight is on a question prompted by one of our community members and it’s one of the BIG ones.

The question we're asking: What lies beyond our final breath? Is there life after death?

Moreover, if there is existence beyond death, what form might it take? How do our individual beliefs, religious or otherwise, shape our perspectives on the afterlife?

And, what role does our belief in life after death, or lack thereof, take in shaping our day to day experience of life?

Happy introspection and exploration, everyone! Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons. Apply for membership today at https://joinconsciouscommons.io/

06/14/2023

Friends,

Welcome to another Big Question Wednesday, where we’re diving into some of the mysteries, ideas, and intricacies that shape humanity.

This week we’re featuring a question inspired by one of our members.

Here is the question: Do we have free will? Do we or did we have a choice in our own existence and the paths our lives take?

Also, if we do have free will, how is it shaped by our relationships with friends, family, co-workers, and our communities?

Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons.

https://www.consciouscommons.io/

06/07/2023

It's Wednesday! That means it's time for us to dive into another big question.

This week, we'd love to discuss the nature of Ego, particularly as it relates to our ability to connect with higher consciousness, God, the Divine, etc and how it can help or hinder spiritual growth.

- How has the Ego served as a bridge or barrier to your journey to connect with higher consciousness, God, the Divine, etc.?

- From your perspective, does the Ego belong more to our primal self, or does it have a place in our transcendent, higher self?

- Have you ever found the need to 'wrangle' your Ego? What insights did this experience offer for your growth?

and

- What can we do to better recognize when our decisions and perspectives are being negatively impacted by ego?

Below, we've summarized some of the perspectives of some of the most well known leaders in the fields of psychoanalysis, metaphysics, and personal growth.

Freud believed that the ego mediates between the id (our basic instinctual drives) and the superego (our internalized societal norms).

Jung believed the ego is was part of our conscious mind, but it's not the totality of our consciousness. He introduced us to the concept of the "Self," which represents the unified unconsciousness and consciousness. He acknowledged that the ego is crucial for self-awareness, but he believed that spiritual growth comes from integrating all aspects of our psyche, including elements beyond the ego, into the "Self."

Eckhart Tolle speaks about the ego as part of our lower consciousness, an entity that can prevent us from accessing our true selves. He believes that the ego is associated with perception and individuality as it relates to our physical form, and that the state of "Being" or higher consciousness is beyond the ego's grasp.

Byron Katie introduced a process known as "The Work" to question and dissolve beliefs held by the ego that cause suffering. She teaches that questioning these egoic beliefs allows us to access a deeper, more peaceful sense of self.

So excited to hear your perspectives and experiences on this topic.

Allie & the Conscious Commons Team

06/01/2023

Welcome to another Big Question Wednesday, where we dive into conversation around some of the significant ideas, problems, dreams and mysteries impacting humanity.

This week we would love to talk about isolation and loneliness that have become, to many, a hallmark of the modern era of digital connection.

What have your experiences with loneliness and disconnection been like?
How have you worked to deal with it?
What can we do to solve it on a larger scale?
How can we use our platform, Conscious Commons, to better provide moments and opportunities for nourishing connection?

Come join the conversation. Link in bio.

05/24/2023

It's big question Wednesday!

Today we want to invite you to a thought experiment: If we had the power to revolutionize our urban spaces, focusing on the wellness of all life forms (humans, animals, plants, etc), what transformations would you put into action?

And, how can we get there from where we are today?

We love questions like these because it gives us the opportunity to dream big dreams of a positive and healthy future, and we believe that it is from this space of love for the planet that we can truly create change.

Come join the conversation on Conscious Commons! Learn more and apply for membership here: https://joinconsciouscommons.io/

05/17/2023

It's Big Question Wednesday.

Last week we took a deep dive into the nature and origins of Morality. This week we want to look at something within a similar vein: the concept of Universal Values.

There is no full consensus on a singular list of shared human values, but despite the vast differences in culture, geography, religion, timeframes, etc, there are some values that pop up again and again.

Respect for life and dignity
Justice
Freedom
Truth
Equality
Compassion
Peace
Love
Wisdom
Courage
Family

We would love to discuss the following: IF these truly did represent human core-values, what is preventing us from experiencing universal peace and collaboration?

Are our internal biases, the ones that tend to get in the way of our ability to see clearly, as purely human and as influential as our internal values?

Is there a specific addition of a value or removal of a bias that would solve the instances of “You and I may share these values, but you exercising them impedes on MY ability to experience them for myself”?

Is it even fruitful to think that shared values are a path towards healing and unity as a species?

Join the conversation over at consciouscommons.io.

05/12/2023

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This week we have had deep, engaging conversations around the topics of morality, AI, Gratitude, and more.

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05/10/2023

Today on Conscious Commons we are exploring the concept of morality itself.

Morality makes up how we determine right and wrong, or good and bad behavior. It shapes our actions, intentions, and decisions based on what we (whether personally or collectively) interpret to be "good".

Now, what are the origins and roles of morality? Does it originate from social constructs, shaped by culture, law, and societal expectations and norms?

Is morality rooted in some universal law, independent of human beliefs?

Might it be something innate within us, an internal compass guiding us through the complexities of life? If so, where does that originate?

What else? Come join the conversation with curious, conscious, and conscientious humans and dive into the big questions.

05/10/2023

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05/08/2023

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04/19/2023

We would love to start a conversation about AI and, specifically, its place on Social Media and our platform in particular.

How do you feel about AI generated content? Do you feel that it has a place on Social Media? Would you prefer if AI-Generated content was not allowed at all here, or does it make more sense if expect users to self-report when AI generated content makes up the majority or even a portion of a post?

There are many with major ethical concerns about AI generated art, particularly because some of the art generated is done so by amalgamating existing "real" art. Opponents of this view say that all art is derivative anyway, so what makes AI art more so?

Additionally, in respect to AI generated text content, does utilizing this text constitute plagiarism?

We're interested to hear your perspectives on this topic. The views of our community on this subject will help guide us on how we approach AI as a platform.

We've created a post on Conscious Commons for this conversation to take place. Come make your voice heard and join the conversation!

04/03/2023

Literally thousands of scientific, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives attempt to explain the origins and nature of consciousness. In this series we’ll explore many over the following weeks.

First we’ll look at some of the scientific and philosophical theories, then contrast those with deeper dives into various spiritual/religious beliefs.

Follow along here or join the conversation over on Conscious Commons - a new Ad-free social media platform for exploring humanity, consciousness, and conscientiousness.

03/29/2023

Consciousness is one of those phenomena that humanity simply cannot agree on. Literally thousands of scientific, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives attempt to I think it’s fascinating to look at this universal experience through the many lenses we have created.

I’d love to take these one or two at a time, so I’m going to post daily about each and we can dive into them together.

First we’ll look at some of the scientific and philosophical theories, then contrast those with spiritual/religious beliefs.

How does this perspective align with your own beliefs and ideas about Consciousness?

Come join the conversation @ https://www.consciouscommons.io/home

03/01/2023

It’s an interesting time to be launching a new social media platform.

Never in my lifetime have the topics of free speech, censorship, and false or incorrect news had the spotlight quite like the present moment.

As we navigate creating a platform rooted in transparency, inclusiveness, and the conscious sharing and collaboration of ideas, we are repeatedly asked to take a firm stance on these issues. And rightly so.

Unfortunately, it’s not quite as simple as we would like for it to be, and I want to give you some insight into the nebulousness we’re dealing with, and how we hope to handle it.

I firmly believe in protecting our First Amendment right to Free Speech. I believe that there is value in humanity’s exposure to opposing perspectives - and that common ground is possible when we approach these discussions with compassion and openness. I believe there is no more powerful fuel for a fire than the attempt to totally s***f it out with censorship.

With that being said, as all Social Media platforms are non-government entities that must comply with the laws of the hundreds of countries in which their members reside, Free Speech and the many individual definitions of that are difficult to uphold without putting the entire platform at risk.

As much as I would love to say that we are a platform that takes a stand on Free Speech and will never implement any form of censorship, we do not yet have the tools or ability to do so at the level we wish to have. Our apps are hosted by Google and Apple, both of which have firm stances on the types of apps they will allow, and in order to have a platform we must agree to comply with those terms.

Free Speech has many legal restrictions on it, but the primary restrictions have to do with: Hate, Obscenity, Misinformation, and Harassment which can be, in many cases, open to interpretation. Many of the platforms we are hoping to compete with (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and more) have instituted additional censorship measures which have been both celebrated and criticized.

So, what about Conscious Commons? We will allow sharing of personal perspectives, opinions, and ideas, as long as they do not include harassment, hate speech, bullying, or the encouragement of violence or breaking of the law. We will not penalize users for posting non-widely adopted perspectives.

Due to our agreements with the companies and government agencies that oversee the platforms we work within, we cannot allow po*******hy or NSFW content at this time, as we do not yet have a mechanism by which users can elect to turn off this content. We do not yet know if this will be an option we implement in the future.

We believe there is en enormous amount of freedom that we can allow, that you won’t find elsewhere. We also believe in the values of compassion, respect, and empathy as tools for finding common ground and communicating productively, and we hope that our Community Ethos will help our community become a model for how humanity CAN exist, with all of our various perspectives, without toxicity and violence.

Here’s what we will not tolerate, in accordance with our Community Ethos:
Personal attacks of other members or public figures
Threats
The sending private messages containing unwanted sexual content.
Encouraging violence or illegal activities.

Adding to the complexities of navigating all of this, The Supreme Court is, as of this writing, poised to make pivotal rulings that may make or break precedent for Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which protects platforms from being liable for user-generated content. This new bill, called the Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism and Consumer Harms (SAFE TECH) would allow internet service providers to be liable for their user’s content and the results of actions taken because of it.

While it does sound like ensuring Big Tech is responsible and held accountable for the real-world consequences of effects of using their platforms, it’s likely that this method will cause them to enact much more heavy-handedness when it comes to censorship as it has been, as we’ve seen, difficult to definitively draw the line between fiction and satire or opinion and discrimination.

Those opposing this bill say it has the potential to be disruptive for ALL of the existing platforms, potentially creating such a prohibitively litigious landscape that Free Speech would evaporate on Social Media entirely. It’s hard, as ever, to see into the future. We’re watching the evolution of the internet in real time, and I know I’m not alone in believing that there needs to be a change.

I do believe that transparency, integrity, and slow and intentional growth that is not driven 100% by the need to rapidly and infinitely increase profits can open the doors for Conscious Commons to create a model for conscious communication on social media. I believe there is room for the sharing of ideas and opinions between people from different backgrounds when we seek to bridge the gulf between our perspectives with shared values.

I believe that if we can figure out how to exist as a community with many many opposing views that we can begin to heal the fractured, divisive landscape that the internet has become.

I believe that if we can accomplish this, the outcome of truly honoring Free Speech will be the natural result.

I don’t have all the answers, I just have an inkling of a vision. Join me?

02/13/2023

We're opening up applications for what we're calling Early Access Thought Leaders - community members who will help get our platform pre-populated with thought provoking, inspirational, and fascinating content.

Are you interested? Do you know someone who would be just perfect to help further our mission to help foster the awakening of humanity's harmonious connection to the universe and one another?

Please submit an application or share!

https://partners.joinconsciouscommons.io/partner1/

02/10/2023

The Four Agreements

A model for Conscious Community

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz is a revered book that presents a simple yet powerful code of conduct to help humanity achieve happiness and freedom from suffering:

Agreement 1: Be Impeccable With Your Word - Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.

Agreement 2: Don't Take Anything Personally - Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won't be the victim of needless suffering.

Agreement 3: Don't Make Assumptions - Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness and drama.

Agreement 4: Always Do Your Best - Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgment, self-abuse, and regret.

I first implemented the Four Agreements in my professional life as CEO of a renewable energy company. We used these principles to train our teams and saw great results. Conversations flowed more smoothly, transactions were handled with integrity, and even challenging customer and peer situations were resolved amicably.

The more I have incorporated them into my own life, the more powerful they become. For being four seemingly simple ideas, the embodiment of them as practices is not always easy and I am constantly learning and growing alongside them.

I believe that conscious community must be rooted in shared principles and values in order to be successful long term, and it is by integrating the Four Agreements into our Community Ethos that I believe Conscious Commons can thrive.

Let me be clear, there is no singular road towards success with anything. I know there to be many paths and choices and philosophies - perhaps ones that might work for our community as well. That being said, I have seen first hand how implementing the Four Agreements can transform difficult conversations and create the possibility for common ground. It is with this experience that I have attempted to build a foundation of a non-dogmatic ethos (a bit of an oxymoron in itself, I know) to guide our communication with one another.

I believe that the majority of humanity is not defined by the negativity often seen on social media. I believe our community can begin to model what it truly can look like to be a diverse community of humans with many different perspectives, ideas, opinions, and beliefs all co-existing and communicating with empathy, curiosity, and compassion.

Do you know of the Four Agreements? Can they serve as a model for conscious community? Do they feel too restrictive?

Thank you for being here.

Allie Bird

The Four Agreements © 1997 by don Miguel Ruiz and Janet Mills. Reprinted by permission of Amber-Allen Publishing, San Rafael, California. All rights reserved. www.thefouragreements.com

01/31/2023

Meet Allie!

Almost every bio I've ever written about myself (*ahem* since I wasn't a punk-ass teenager) says I'm a stubborn believer in Humanity. And it's true.

I deeply believe in the potential for common ground and mutual values to bring people from many walks of life together. This belief, along with my increasing discomfort with the current state of social media, helped me realize this calling to re-envision social media entirely, building a platform with integrity and conscientiousness at its core.

Most of my childhood, teens, and twenties were spent between Taos, New Mexico and Mount Shasta, California. If I had to say what's impacted my longing and fascination with consciousness the most, it's nights staring up into the brilliantly starry skies of these two powerful hometowns. I know you know that feeling.

I grew up helping to grow, and eventually helm, a renewable energy company. Now, alongside launching Conscious Commons, I own an ethical marketing company serving coaches, teachers, and changemakers.

Integrity, positive human impact, and alternative ownership structures in business are essential to me in building out my own businesses.

I hope you will join me when we launch (Soon!) and co-create an online space that actively creates daily positive impact, inspires us to be present in our lives, and makes it easier to treat our fellow humans as we wish to be treated.

Allie

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Are you a coach, thought leader, or conscious creator? This is your invitation to join our growing platform of conscious, spiritual, and intentional members. Our mission is to create a space that fosters humanity's conscious connection to each other and to the planet. Our vision is a supportive and non-dogmatic environment where seekers can freely explore and collaborate on their personal quests for meaning, free from distractions, ads, and toxicity. Through our commitment to possibility, curiosity, and respect for the individual experience, we hope to help humanity awaken a harmonious connection to the universe and one another. Free from ads, distractions, and toxic content, our community is built on a foundation of empathy, curiosity, and growth. We invite Thought Leaders from diverse perspectives and disciplines such as Mindfulness, Holistic Wellness, Empowering Education, Creative Expression, Sustainable Living, and Authentic Connection to enrich our platform. Thought Leaders will be invited to host platform-wide Events, classes, and masterclasses, while enjoying exclusive early access affiliate partner membership perks. If you resonate with compassionate communication, unwavering integrity, and the pursuit of profound understanding, we welcome you to apply and unite with our ever-expanding community. Together, help us redefine social media and nurture a more conscious, connected world. #consciouscreator #thoughtleadership #newsocialmedia Apply at https://partners.joinconsciouscommons.io/applicationnew/

Part 2 Welcome to the Consciousness Conversation, an exploration into the origins and nature of consciousness itself. We’re asking: how do our subjective experiences of awareness, emotion, and sensory perception come into existence? Today we discover the Filter Theory, also known as the Transmission or Reductive Filter Model of consciousness. This perspective seems to lend itself well as a supporting theory for WHERE consciousness originates, not just how it is interpreted biologically. The core idea of the Filter Theory is that consciousness is a fundamental aspect of the universe, much like space and time, and that it exists independently of the brain and body. In this view, the brain's primary function is to limit and channel this universal consciousness into a manageable, focused stream that is suitable for navigating the physical world. The Filter Theory proposes that under certain circumstances, the brain's filtering mechanisms may be weakened or bypassed, allowing a larger influx of conscious experiences. Such circumstances could include altered states of consciousness induced by meditation, psychedelics, or near-death experiences. When the brain's filters are disrupted, people may experience a flood of previously inaccessible information, leading to experiences of heightened perception, mystical insights, and spiritual encounters. The Participatory Universe Theory of quantum mechanics suggests that the act of observation or measurement in quantum mechanics is not just a passive process of acquiring information about the physical world. Instead, it is an active and participatory process that shapes the nature of reality itself. Perhaps it is through this process that we are able to filter consciousness, and as we participate in this process, we consciously or unconsciously affect the reality we experience. What do you think? Is consciousness independent of our internal processes, a vast and complex dance that we choose to see but a single pose from

Welcome to the Consciousness Conversation, an exploration into the origins and nature of consciousness itself. We’re asking: how do our subjective experiences of awareness, emotion, and sensory perception come into existence? Today we discover the Filter Theory, also known as the Transmission or Reductive Filter Model of consciousness. This perspective seems to lend itself well as a supporting theory for WHERE consciousness originates, not just how it is interpreted biologically. The core idea of the Filter Theory is that consciousness is a fundamental aspect of the universe, much like space and time, and that it exists independently of the brain and body. In this view, the brain's primary function is to limit and channel this universal consciousness into a manageable, focused stream that is suitable for navigating the physical world. The Filter Theory proposes that under certain circumstances, the brain's filtering mechanisms may be weakened or bypassed, allowing a larger influx of conscious experiences. Such circumstances could include altered states of consciousness induced by meditation, psychedelics, or near-death experiences. When the brain's filters are disrupted, people may experience a flood of previously inaccessible information, leading to experiences of heightened perception, mystical insights, and spiritual encounters. The Participatory Universe Theory of quantum mechanics suggests that the act of observation or measurement in quantum mechanics is not just a passive process of acquiring information about the physical world. Instead, it is an active and participatory process that shapes the nature of reality itself. Perhaps it is through this process that we are able to filter consciousness, and as we participate in this process, we consciously or unconsciously affect the reality we experience. What do you think? Is consciousness independent of our internal processes, a vast and complex dance that we choose to see but a single pose from? #the

Part 3: Quantum Mechanics in Consciousness This one is one of the more complex theories to grasp, but has some of the biggest potentials for being something incredibly beautiful. The Quantum Mechanics perspective of consciousness is called the Orchestrated Objective Reduction (Orch-OR) theory. It proposes that consciousness is linked to quantum processes within the brain, created within structures inside neurons. It is the quantum systems that might be responsible for giving rise to consciousness. What do you think? Does this scratch an itch for you or leave you feeling like we're barely getting below the surface? #consciousness #quantummechanics #orchortheory

Part 2: Quantum Mechanics in Consciousness This one is one of the more complex theories to grasp, but has some of the biggest potentials for being something incredibly beautiful. The Quantum Mechanics perspective of consciousness is called the Orchestrated Objective Reduction (Orch-OR) theory. It proposes that consciousness is linked to quantum processes within the brain, created within structures inside neurons. It is the quantum systems that might be responsible for giving rise to consciousness. What do you think? Does this scratch an itch for you or leave you feeling like we're barely getting below the surface? #consciousness #quantummechanics #orchortheory

Part 1: Quantum Mechanics in Consciousness This one is one of the more complex theories to grasp, but has some of the biggest potentials for being something incredibly beautiful. The Quantum Mechanics perspective of consciousness is called the Orchestrated Objective Reduction (Orch-OR) theory. It proposes that consciousness is linked to quantum processes within the brain, created within structures inside neurons. It is the quantum systems that might be responsible for giving rise to consciousness. What do you think? Does this scratch an itch for you or leave you feeling like we're barely getting below the surface? #consciousness #quantummechanics #orchortheory

Literally thousands of scientific, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives attempt to explain the origins and nature of consciousness. In this series we’ll explore many over the following weeks. First we’ll look at some of the scientific and philosophical theories, then contrast those with deeper dives into various spiritual/religious beliefs. Follow along here or join the conversation over on Conscious Commons - a new Ad-free social media platform for exploring humanity, consciousness, and conscientiousness. #consciousness #panpsychism #consciouscommons #theconsciousnessconversation #brainwaves

Today, we invite a conversation around what we consider a vital question: How can we encourage sustainability on a systemic level, rather than relying solely on individual efforts? While personal actions are essential, lasting change likely requires an approach involving governments, corporations, communities AND individuals. Join the conversation on Conscious Commons. A new ad-free social media platform exploring Humanity, Consciousness, and Conscientiousness. #sustainability #climatechange #systemicchange #tippingpoint

The Consciousness Conversation: Part 1

Consciousness is one of those phenomena that humanity simply cannot agree on. Literally thousands of scientific, philosophical, and spiritual perspectives attempt to I think it’s fascinating to look at this universal experience through the many lenses we have created. I’d love to take these one or two at a time, so I’m going to post daily about each and we can dive into them together. First we’ll look at some of the scientific and philosophical theories, then contrast those with spiritual/religious beliefs. How does this perspective align with your own beliefs and ideas about Consciousness? Come join the conversation @ https://www.consciouscommons.io/home