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"God," Language, and Evocative Meaning: An Integral Conundrum

Posted on Jul 10th, 2008 by Julian

INTRODUCTION Let me start by reiterating that I am absolutely passionate about Ken WIlber's work and it's implications. This article is a continuation of my Contemporary Theology article that began to express my discomfort with... More »

Magnificent Article: Karla McLaren Bridging The Two Cultures

Posted on Jul 2nd, 2008 by Julian

Bridging the Chasm between Two Cultures A former leader in the New Age culture - author of nine titles on auras, chakras, "energy," and so on - chronicles her difficult and painful transition to skepticism.... More »

Simply Put #4

Posted on Jun 12th, 2008 by Julian

There is magic but it's not supernatural. Myths do have meaning but they are not literal. Interior depth is the crucible of spiritual life. We stay on the surface when we define spirituality in ways... More »

Call to Depth: Part One

Posted on Jun 4th, 2008 by Julian

I am enamored of depth, for the sake of depth. Complexity, nuance and substance are beautiful, soulful in and of themselves. Depth also unfolds more meaning. Greater meaning as a layered tapestry not only of... More »

Classic New Age Narcissism (now with soundtrack!)

Posted on May 26th, 2008 by Julian

(**Watch out for the "Karma Police!" - So I just added the Radiohead piece below.... here's the idea: START THE PIANO VIDEO FIRST AND ONCE THE MUSIC BEGINS START THE SHARON STONE VIDEO.... let me... More »

First Commentary on Simply Put #1

Posted on May 9th, 2008 by Julian

Simply Put #1 There being reasons for things happening is not the same as everything happening for a reason. Cause and effect is indisputable, yet completely compatible with chaos. Look behind the belief in divine... More »

Great Ken Wilber Interview on Salon.com

Posted on Apr 29th, 2008 by Julian

Here is a rare (sort of) mainstream interview of Ken Wilber just up on Salon.com this week! He talks about spirituality, science, pre/trans problems, new age confusion and his recent brush with death. I am... More »

Oprah Launches Own Reality!

Posted on Apr 21st, 2008 by Julian

(CHICAGO)—Calling it the next logical step in her celebrated career, and a groundbreaking achievement in applied quantum field theory, media giant Oprah Winfrey unveiled her latest project Monday: a completely separate realm of existence, known... More »

VA Tech: Integral vs New Age Perspectives - One Year On

Posted on Apr 16th, 2008 by Julian

Today is the one year anniversary of the VA Tech Massacre. I send my best wishes to the families of those slain in this senseless violent drama. Their loss is incalculable. In a very interesting... More »

Richard Dawkins at TED: Science and Religion

Posted on Apr 15th, 2008 by Julian