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InfluencesNo. 04 of 52
Portrait of Sam Harris
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Sam Harris

Sharpened my thinking on meditation, consciousness, and the intersection of science and spirituality.

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Table 1The self, examined7 seats
EckhartTolleAlanWattsCarlJungSamHarrisEstherPerelBrenéBrownNicoleLePera

Seated at Table 1, The self, examined

Seat 4 of 7. Also at the table:

  • Eckhart TolleHelped me return to a more intuitive, embodied form of mindfulness.
  • Alan WattsExpanded my understanding of the concept of the self and the characteristics of its illusions.
  • Carl JungFostered my introspective and external exploration of archetypes and the depth of human psychology to drive self-understanding and integration.
  • Esther PerelDeepened my awareness of relational dynamics and the nuanced balance between autonomy and intimacy.
  • Brené BrownDeepened my understanding of vulnerability, courage, and how shame resilience is essential for authentic connection.
  • Nicole LePeraFollowed her on Instagram early and has helped me learn about the practice of reparenting to break unconscious patterns and build emotional maturity.
No. 03Carl JungNo. 05Esther Perel