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How to Go Within and Access the Priceless Guidance of Your Higher Self

"Ideally, you (the Ego-Personality) would be in complete alignment with your Higher Self and its priceless guidance, insight, and information. Going Within and making this connection is the most meaningful thing one can do and allows a person to be the best version of themselves possible."

The Ego as Illusion: Revealing the Fragile Fabric of the Ego - "In the vast tapestry of human consciousness, there exists a delicate thread known as the ego. This intricate web of beliefs, desires, and perceptions weaves a complex narrative of individual identity, shaping our understanding of self and the world around us. However, upon closer inspection, one may come to realize that the ego, far from being a solid and immutable entity, is in fact an illusion – a transient mirage that obscures the deeper truths of our existence." ~subtle.energy

The Ancient Art of Yantras for Consciousness Training - "Yantras, derived from the Sanskrit word “yan,” meaning instrument or machine, are mystical diagrams used for meditation and spiritual practices in various Eastern traditions. These sacred geometric patterns hold profound symbolism and are believed to possess potent energy that can aid in focusing the mind, cultivating inner peace, and connecting with higher consciousness."

BBC Soul Music Podcast - I Can See Clearly Now - "Written by the Houston-born singer-songwriter Johnny Nash. First released in 1972, it became a huge hit and the song has been covered by hundreds of artists, from the Jamaican singer Jimmy Cliff to the Irish rock group Hothouse Flowers... It's a song of hope, resilience and love."

(podcast) Buddha at The Gas Pump Interview with Businessman Bob Harwood-  Bob discusses his Spiritual Awakening and his subsequent experiences and challenges in expanding his consciousness.

The Love Frequency's Scientific Backing: 528 Hz Shown to Elevate Testosterone and Reduce Anxiety in Preclinical Research - "Can sound really be a form of medicine? A fascinating new study reveals how a specific frequency, 528 Hz, may hold the key to naturally boosting testosterone in the brain and alleviating anxiety - all without drugs or side effects." ~greenmedinfo.com

What are “Slimming Grains” and Why Can They Help Boost Metabolism - "Slimming grains are nutrient-rich carbohydrates that work with your body to aid in weight loss. They serve as beneficial alternatives to heavier carbs such as bread and white rice, providing ample amounts of plant-based protein, tons of fiber, vitamins, minerals, complex carbohydrates, and essential nutrients necessary for a well-rounded and healthy diet." ~onegreenplanet.org

10 Plant-Based Foods and Natural Remedies to Cleanse Your Arteries - "Maintaining healthy arteries is crucial for overall cardiovascular health. By incorporating these 10 plant-based foods and natural remedies into your diet, you can support the cleansing and health of your arteries. Learn about their unique properties and how they contribute to arterial health." ~onegreenplanet.org

(video) Breaking The Habit Of Being Yourself, By Dr. Joe Dispenza - "Dr Joe’s passion can be found at the intersection of the latest findings from the fields of neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum physics to explore the science behind spontaneous remissions. He integrates that knowledge to teach people how to heal their bodies of health conditions, make significant changes in their lives, and evolve their consciousness."

(podcast) Natural Weight Loss in the Age of Pharma - "Neal Barnard, MD, FACC, is an adjunct professor of Medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine. Today he discusses his latest book, The Power Foods Diet, and how keeping where we want it can be easy and drug-free. "

10 Reasons Your Kids (and You...) Shouldn’t Use Wireless AirPods - "Wireless earbuds like AirPods use Bluetooth technology, which emits radiofrequency radiation near the head and body for prolonged periods. Experts caution that children and teenagers, due to their thinner skulls and more absorbent brain tissue, are especially vulnerable to health risks, including brain cancer, neurological damage and hearing loss." ~Children's Health Defense Team

Science and Technology

The Multiples Effect: A Look into the Intriguing Phenomenon of Synchronized Innovation - "This intriguing concept refers to the occurrence of multiple individuals independently arriving at the same groundbreaking idea or invention, often without any knowledge of each other’s work. The Multiples Effect serves as a testament to the interconnectedness of human thought and innovation, highlighting the mysterious ways in which ideas seem to emerge simultaneously in different parts of the world." ~subtle.energy

(podcast) Rupert Sheldrake and Mark Vernon Discuss How Our Physical Reality is Quantum Fields - Einstein remarked that there was physics before Maxwell and physics after Maxwell, the difference being the introduction of modern field theory. So what difference did fields make and, more to the point, what are they? "

10 AI Terms Everyone Should Know - by Suzanna Ray at Microsoft

Excellent Introductory Video Series (brief and concise) on How to Use AI Chat Bots from Professor Ethan Mollick and his wife Lilach both at the Wharton School of Business (UPenn).  Part One - Intro;     Part Two - Large Language Models (LLM's);     Part Three - Prompting AI;     Part Four - AI for Teachers;    Part Five - AI for Students.

Working with AI: Two paths to prompting - Don't overcomplicate things. By Professor Ethan Mollick at The Wharton School of Business

(podcast) Can We Govern AI? - "When it comes to AI, what kind of regulations might we need to address this rapidly developing new class of technologies? Our guest Marietje Schaake was at the forefront of crafting tech regulations for the EU. In spite of AI’s complexity, she argues there is a path forward for the U.S. and other governing bodies to rein in companies that continue to release these products into the world without oversight." ~Your Undivided Attention podcast

(video) The AI Dilemna - "Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin at the Center for Humane Technology discuss how existing A.I. capabilities already pose catastrophic risks to a functional society. In particular,  how A.I. companies are caught in a race to deploy as quickly as possible without adequate safety measures, and what it would mean to upgrade our institutions to a post-A.I. world."

Artificial Intelligence and Natural Intelligence - Exploring the Boundaries and Potential of Human and Machine Intelligence - Good overview of the differences from the AI for Social Good Blog.

The impact of artificial intelligence on human society and bioethics, by Michael Cheng‐Tek Tai - "Artificial intelligence (AI), known by some as the industrial revolution (IR) 4.0, is going to change not only the way we do things, how we relate to others, but also what we know about ourselves. This article will first examine what AI is, discuss its impact on industrial, social, and economic changes on humankind in the 21st century, and then propose a set of principles for AI bioethics."

(Book Recommendation) - The Myth of Artificial Intelligence, Why Computers Can't Think the Way We Do, by Erik J. Larson - Computer Scientist and Tech Entrepreneur Erik Larson does an excellent job of describing how current machine learning models approach intelligence through deductive and inductive reasoning but so far fail at abductive reasoning - the type of thinking that humans excel at which can be described as instinct, intuition, and common sense. A must read for understanding the difference between current AI capabilities and the brilliance of humans. 

Strategies for an Accelerating AI Future - Four questions to ask your organization. By Professor Ethan Mollick at The Wharton School of Business

Minotaur Mode - How AI Threatens to Undermine Rather than Extend Expertise, by Josh Brake, Professor of Engineering at Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, California

(podcast) Suspicion Machines - "We delve into the tangible problems emerging from the use of machine learning algorithms across Europe. We explore “suspicion machines” — systems that assign scores to welfare program participants, estimating their likelihood of committing fraud. Join us as Justin and Gabriel share insights from their thorough investigation, which involved gaining access to one of these models and meticulously analyzing its behavior."

(podcast) The Road to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) - "Hannah meets DeepMind co-founder and chief scientist Shane Legg, the man who coined the phrase ‘artificial general intelligence’, and explores how it might be built. Why does Shane think AGI is possible? When will it be realised? And what could it look like? Hannah also explores a simple theory of using trial and error to reach AGI and takes a deep dive into MuZero, an AI system which mastered complex board games from chess to Go, and is now generalising to solve a range of important tasks in the real world."

K-12 Schools, Colleges, Governments, and Companies Have Started to Adapt to the AI Reality in Education by identifying and addressing the risks (implementing guidelines and guardrails) and considering how to effectively use the positive attributes of AI. Here are a number of articles and resources highlighting their current strategies:
 

•  K - 12 Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) Readiness Checklist  - Consortium for School Networking
   
• Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights - Whitehouse.gov and Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence
   
• AI and the Future of Teaching and Learning - US Office of Educational Technology
   
• Guide to Generative AI in Classrooms - Oregon Department of Education
   
• Guide to Proper Citations of AI Generative Content - MLA Style Center; Also - How to cite ChatGPT by APA Style
   
• Strategies for Teaching Well When Students Have Access to Artificial Intelligence (AI) Generation Tools  - George Mason University
   
• AI 101 for Teachers - Discover the groundbreaking world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative potential in education with our foundational online learning series for teachers. - Khan Academy
   
• AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit - by TeachAI.org
   
• AI Literacy Resources - Stanford University
   
• GPTZero - AI Detector - "We bring transparency to humans navigating a world filled with AI content. GPTZero is the gold standard in AI detection, trained to detect ChatGPT, GPT4, Gemini, LLaMa, Claude and other AI models."
   
• AutomatED: Teaching Better with Tech
   

Should We be Teaching Students how to be Manager's of Independent AI Agents  - "The trajectory of AI development already suggests an imminent shift from AI as a tool to AI as an autonomous agent — in short, AI as employee. Autonomous AI agents like Devin, developed by Cognition Labs as a "fully autonomous AI software engineer," represent this next phase. These agents are designed not merely to assist human developers but to take more ownership of complex tasks, navigating through them with minimal human intervention and with access to a wider range of software."

100 Practical Applications and Use Cases of Generative AI - Very well done guide created by the United Arab Emirates to assist citizens to understand and effectively use AI.

(podcast) Banning Toxicity - Call of Duty Video Game to use AI based Speech Moderation Software to Police its Online Gaming Users - An interesting technology from AI company Modulate that highlights the potential positives and negatives in AI tools. Good to have a safer less toxic environment free from hateful verbiage but also raises the very important concern of censorship, who decides what to censor, and the spectre of 24 / 7 online AI Police Agents monitoring every word in every aspect of our lives as this type of technology finds its way into all sorts of applications. ~The Artificial Intelligence Podcast

(podcast) A Down to Earth and Intelligent Conversation with Dr. Sasha Luccioni, AI Researcher at AI firm Hugging Face.  She speaks clearly on the current limitations of AI and how to effectively navigate its challenges in our everyday lives. Hugging Face is an open-source hub for machine learning and natural language processing. ~AI & The Future of Humanity Podcast

Galactic Disclosure

(video) JP Update 33 – Nordics Training International Military Pilots to fly Flying Saucers - "JP says that he and another witness were accompanied by 30 military pilots from many nations. When they arrived at the underground location all the pilots left and walked over to specific spacecraft and Nordics they were associated with to continue their training. The human pilots were being trained to use the advanced mind-technology interfaces that are part of the Nordic spacecraft. Finally, JP was told that the Nordic spacecraft flown by military pilots from different nations would soon start showing themselves in a worldwide disclosure initiative." ~exopolitics.org

Star Nation News #30 with Elena Danaan ~ May 13 2024 

"We envision a technology-enhanced future more like an electric bike and less like robot vacuums. On an electric bike, the human is fully aware and fully in control, but their burden is less, and their effort is multiplied by a complementary technological enhancement. Robot vacuums do their job, freeing the human from involvement or oversight." ~U.S. Office of Educational Technology

"Thinking is Difficult, that's why Most People Just Judge..." ~Carl Jung

"Flow, in the spiritual sense, contains the paradox of moving with, and not moving with. In this sense, flow is about moving with the inner obedience and surrender to the truth of the higher self, whether or not that moves us into or away from the stream of activity around us. Flow, paradoxically, is that movement which is anchored in the faith that any given moment has its truth which must be faced." ~ James O'Dea writing in his book - Creative Stress, A Path for Evolving Souls

"The individual who intuitively learns to accomodate the larger deeper self (higher self) - and to self-discipline consciousness accordingly - is a receiver of information. In fact, the deeper self can completely resolve issues that consciousness is involved with but cannot resolve on its own. The amount of evidence for this is huge. Musicians have seen completed scores, inventors completed inventions, artists completed paintings or sculptures, mathematicians completed formulae, and so forth, all in the flick of a moment during which conscious involvement attenuated and allowed the deeper self to shove upward the completed problem." ~Ingo Swan writing in his book - Everybody's Guide to Natural ESP, Unlocking the Extrasensory Power of Your Mind

"At this time, your reason is too unwieldy, too permeated with ego values, too slow and open to manipulation to satisfactorily resolve your increasingly complex problems, be they personal or global. Look to the Light of your soul, to the illumination of your own spirit for the answers, and allow whatever does not stand up in this light to dissolve back into the darkness from which it has come." ~ Ken Carey writing in his book - The Starseed Transmissions

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