In Search of Wisdom
In Search of Wisdom is a podcast for seekers and curious minds interested in tools for the art of living. Join the search with J.W. Bertolotti and leading thinkers in philosophy, theology, and everything in between.
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Getting Over Yourself with Jay Garfield
In this episode, my guest is Prof. Jay Garfield, author of Losing Ourselves: Learning to Live without a Self. Jay Garfield is the Doris Silbert Professor in the Humanities and Professor of Philosophy, Logic, and Buddhist Studies at Smith College and a visiting professor of Buddhist philosophy at Harvard Divinity School. Prof. Garfield is the author of multiple books, including Buddhist Philosophy, Engaging Buddhism, and Buddhist Ethics.
Key Takeaways
What it means to lose ourselves
The difference between conventional and ultimate truths
Why losing ourselves connects with an ethical life
How to reclaim our humanity
***If you enjoyed the conversation (and are interested in learning more), I encourage you to listen to Jay’s conversation on The Wisdom Podcast.
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J.W.
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