Waking Up Is Not Enough Episode 14 - Ken Wilber Explains: Navigating Identity Politics and 'Wokeness' Through Adult Development Stages

Episode 14 January 18, 2024 00:49:01
Waking Up Is Not Enough Episode 14 - Ken Wilber Explains: Navigating Identity Politics and 'Wokeness' Through Adult Development Stages
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Waking Up Is Not Enough Episode 14 - Ken Wilber Explains: Navigating Identity Politics and 'Wokeness' Through Adult Development Stages

Jan 18 2024 | 00:49:01

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Show Notes

In a candid and open discussion, Polly and Mike delve into a fascinating conversation with Ken Wilber, an acclaimed American theorist and writer. They explore the distinct concepts of “waking up” and “growing up,” unraveling why the latter is crucial in today’s world. Ken Wilber, renowned for his integral theory – a comprehensive four-quadrant grid aiming to encapsulate all human knowledge and experiences – brings a unique perspective to this dialogue. He is particularly celebrated for his work integrating adult stage theory into a broader understanding of key life processes: waking up, growing up, cleaning up, and showing up.

Amid the recent resignation of Dr. Claudine Gay as President of Harvard University, Polly, Mike, and Ken engage in a reflective discussion on the current state of freedom of expression and the complexity of thought within the realms of liberal and progressive politics in the US. They examine the nature of adult development, emphasizing the significance of self-awareness in avoiding the pitfalls of binary thinking and rigid beliefs. This conversation sheds light on how our personal growth can be hindered when we find ourselves entrenched in 'all-or-nothing' mindsets.

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