In the short film by Amanda Zackem, Chris Hedges discusses the fragility of modern societies and how people tend to be emotionally incapable of understanding or confronting collapse, even when it’s staring them in the face. He draws on his experiences living in totalitarian societies like East Germany and Serbia to illustrate how these systems work and the dark emotions they evoke.
Chris Hedges argues that the illusion of hope and optimism, fueled by the cult of the self and the worship of power and money, has actually become a form of fantasy and is leading us towards disaster. Hedges contends that critical thinking and the study of the humanities are essential for teaching people to think critically and challenge assumptions, and that historical amnesia perpetuated by popular culture is another tool used by totalitarian systems to keep people in the dark about their problems.
Chris Hedges then discusses the dangers of unchecked capitalism and its impact on society. He argues that capitalism exploits everything, turning human beings, the natural world, and even the environment into commodities to be exploited until exhaustion. Hedges contends that the forces of capitalism, including corporate socialism, are responsible for the decay of states and the enslavement of vulnerable populations. He advocates for a greater emphasis on values that are rooted in community, empathy, and a sense of purpose, rather than consumerism and hedonism.
At the end, Chris Hedges discusses the importance of self-sacrifice and service in achieving a life of fulfillment. He argues that community is essential for personal growth and development, but it also comes with a sense of anxiety and responsibility. Hedges believes that consumer society magnifies this anxiety, pushing individuals into destructive behaviors.
He also talks about the dangers of totalitarianism and the corporate state’s total control over society. Hedges believes that popular culture has replaced real culture and that the corporate state seeks to eradicate the forces that remind us of our humanity. Hedges urges individuals to make a decision about whether they want a life that means something or continue to seek hedonistic pleasures.
This video was recorded at night in Miami, Florida from a car and features homeless preacher who delivers quite a powerful speech. The preacher reflects on the challenges of trying to listen to God while being pulled in different directions by personal desires, family, friends, and distractions. He emphasizes the importance of going through the journey rather than rushing to the destination, as it is in the journey that we encounter people and experiences that shape us.
The preacher highlights the significance of acknowledging and connecting with those who might be homeless or marginalized, as they too have valuable lessons to teach. He also emphasizes the need to be humble and open to wisdom and understanding, rather than thinking one already has it all figured out. Ultimately, he suggests that the purpose of going through difficulties is to inspire and uplift others, rather than solely focusing on personal gain.
The preacher then reflects on the challenges of working in an environment where there is constant complaining, backstabbing, and lack of appreciation. He encourages gratitude for the little things and emphasizes the importance of finding a job where one can truly enjoy going to work and be appreciated.
He also discusses the concept of haters and explains that sometimes people hate without even knowing why. He emphasizes the need to teach others and show them love and forgiveness, rather than hold grudges. The homeless preacher also talks about the decline of God’s popularity in society and encourages individuals to let their actions and spirit speak for themselves. He believes that going through difficult times is necessary for growth and authenticity, comparing it to the process of testing gold in a pawn shop. Ultimately, he emphasizes the importance of staying true to one’s faith and not letting others deter them on their journey.
Later, the homeless preacher emphasizes the importance of humility and being open to correction, sharing that even though it may be painful, it is necessary to experience foolishness and limitations in order to gain wisdom and understanding. He encourages listeners to be sincere in their search for purpose and to trust that God will reveal it to them in due time.
On October 13, 2023, as journalists from different news outlets were covering the conflict in Alma al-Shaab on the southern border of Lebanon, the Israeli militants launched a series of deliberate shelling attacks on the journalists, killing Issam Abdallah of Reuters and seriously wounding 6 others. Among the wounded are Christina Assi of AFP (Agence France-Presse) who lost her leg in the attack. Carmen Joukhadar and Elie Brakhia reporting for Al Jazeera, Dylan Collins with AFP, Thaer Al-Sudani and Maher Nazeh with Reuters were also wounded.
The footage from the attack was analyzed by the Amnesty Intentional and revealed that the journalists were marked as PRESS and their car had TV plastered on top of it, suggesting the attack was a violation of international law. AI called the attack by Israel a war crime and calls for an investigation to bring accountability and justice for the victims and their families.
The video discusses the importance of journalists documenting events and collecting evidence to piece together what is happening. The affected journalists describe how seeing their friend and colleague die only strengthened their resolve to speak up for those whose voices have been silenced by Israel. They ultimately believe that this experience has made them even more committed to his field.
So far, 63 other journalists have been killed by Israeli militants in Gaza to stop the truth from coming out.
In this YouTube video, Dr. Pim van Lommel raises questions about the nature of consciousness and its relationship to brain activity. He discusses Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) and how they initially led him to investigate the phenomenon in more detail after a personal experience with one of his patients’ NDE.
Dr. Lommel discusses his research showing that NDEs are not solely dependent on brain function but may be associated with the experiences and perceptions of individuals. He argues that consciousness is beyond space and time, and his research and experience with NDEs suggest that it transcends the physical body.
He emphasizes the importance of incorporating subjective experiences into scientific research and calls for expanding the field of science into a “post-materialist” paradigm. Additionally, Dr. Lommel touches upon the concept of consciousness beyond death and how it relates to changing the world and the importance of love, empathy, and compassion in creating positive change.
Dr. Pim van Lommel says he is not afraid of death, and he believes that people who have Near Death Experiences (NDEs) share this fearlessness. Dr. van Lommel describes his own attitude as being “98% fearless” and expresses his fascination with the nature of NDEs. He stresses the significance of living each day with happiness and gratitude.
Detailed Description
The excerpt from Dr. Pim van Lommel’s interview in this YouTube video raises a question about the nature of consciousness and its relationship to brain activity. Dr. Lommel discusses his extensive research on Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) and how he initially became involved in the field due to the dismissive attitudes of traditional medical professionals towards NDEs. Dr. Lommel reflects on a particular patient’s experience with NDEs following a cardiac arrest, which made him rethink his approach to medicine and health. He suggests that consciousness cannot be explained solely as a byproduct of brain activity and that it transcends both space and time. Later in the interview, Dr. Lommel shares his thoughts on the importance of incorporating subjective experiences into scientific research and expanding the field of science into a “post-materialist” paradigm.
Dr. van Lommel, who was a young doctor at the time of his specialization, was approached by the families of his patients who had undergone cardiac arrest and had described disturbing NDEs. These experiences included aspects such as dark regions and an out-of-body experience in a distant location. Despite initially dismissing NDEs as due to hallucinations, Dr. van Lommel began to study the phenomenon more closely after his own experience with the experiences of his patients. He conducted a prospective study of patients who had survived cardiac arrest, and found that twelve out of fifty patients had shared their NDEs with him. This sparked Dr. van Lommel’s curiosity about the possibility that consciousness is not solely dependent on brain function, but may also be related to the experiences and perceptions of the individual.
Dr. Pim van Lommel then discusses the results of a prospective study that aimed to find a good explanation for the cause of Near-Death Experiences (NDEs). The study compared 18% of patients with an NDE and 82% of patients with a cardiac arrest with no memories at all. The results showed that there was no difference in the severity of anoxia at all between the two groups, which means that lack of oxygen in the brain cannot be an explanation for NDEs. Dr. van Lommel also excluded psychological explanations like fear of death, prior knowledge, religion, gender, education, and age as potential causes of NDEs. He concluded that NDEs are a subjective experience and that the main transformation experienced by those who have had an NDE is a loss or fear of death and the development of empathy, compassion, and love. Dr. van Lommel also noted that this transformation is objective proof of the subjective experience of NDEs.
Dr. Pim van Lommel goes on to explain how the global neuronal workspace in the brain is necessary for experiencing waking consciousness. He also discusses the lack of a functional global workspace in cases of cardiac arrest, which results in the loss of all brain functions and a flatline EEG. The study on induced cardiac arrest in ICD patients with an EEG confirms this clinical finding. Dr. van Lommel further explains that not all cells will die, but brain cells are very susceptible to oxygen deprivation.
Dr. Pim van Lommel then discusses his views on consciousness beyond death and the limitations of science in understanding it. He questions the assumption that consciousness is a product of brain function, as evidenced by the experiences of patients who survived cardiac arrest with enhanced consciousness. He emphasizes the reliving nature of this consciousness and the connections with others and the past and future. He also touches upon non-locality and the difficulty of putting such experiences into words. Further, he points out the paradoxical occurrence of enhanced consciousness in patients with brain damage and the challenges of understanding it.
After that, Dr. Pim van Lommel discusses how some people who allegedly experienced NDEs report seeing things happening in the room while they were resuscitated. Dr. Van Lommel explains that this out-of-body experience is possible during cardiac arrest, when people can perceive from a position above their lifeless body. He also discusses the example of a man who lost his dentures, which he uses to demonstrate the veridical nature of these NDEs. According to Dr. Van Lommel, many people who have experienced NDEs have had veridical perceptions that have been corroborated by doctors, nurses, and family members.
Dr. Pim van Lommel proceeds to describe his experiences with patients who have returned from death, including a man who was resuscitated and intubated for over 1.5 hours before regaining blood pressure and circulation. Dr. van Lommel notes that this patient was able to describe the resuscitation room in detail, including the nurses and doctors who were present. He also notes that this case is not unique and has been extensively written about in the book “The Soul Doesn’t Die.” Dr. van Lommel discusses the fear and aggression that neuroscientists may have when faced with the possibility that their understanding of consciousness may be incorrect, and how this fear can lead to a reluctance to study the topic. He notes that his own research into this topic was not widely accepted when he began, but over time, more people have become interested in the subject.
Dr. Pim van Lommel explains that despite the lack of funding for such a study, he and his team dedicated ten years of research on weekends, evenings, and holidays, taking holidays and training volunteers for a longitudinal study. The Lancet published their findings, which surprised people, and it was also a challenge to find suitable methodology to explain the subject, but it was ultimately published because the methodology was sound. Van Lommel discusses how phenomena such as NDEs, terminal lucidity, and donor personality transfer point in the direction that consciousness is independent of the functioning of the brain, but it also tells us that there is a relationship and connection between body and consciousness. Van Lommel explains that consciousness is beyond time and space and is always everywhere, but it is experienced when one has a functioning brain. He describes the brain as an instrument that transmits information from the body and senses to consciousness and receives information from consciousness into the body. Dr. van Lommel says that the damage to the brain affects its function to experience consciousness, even as a damaged TV set affects the program.
Dr. Pim van Lommel then discusses the relationship between consciousness and the brain. He explains that consciousness is not limited to the waking state, but can also occur during sleep, general anesthesia, and even in the moments leading up to death. He notes that while the function of the brain is connected to consciousness, consciousness itself cannot be damaged, as it exists in a non-local dimension without time or space. Dr. van Lommel mentions several examples of altered states of consciousness, including NDEs and end-of-life experiences. He notes that these experiences can be seen as hallucinations or side effects of drugs, but points out that studies have shown that a large percentage of dying patients have end-of-life experiences.
He also discusses the phenomenon of terminal lucidity, in which patients with Alzheimer’s disease or other brain diseases are able to have brief periods of cognitive function just before death. Dr. van Lommel then discusses the idea of pre-mortal experiences, in which people feel a connection with their deceased loved ones just before they die. He notes that this experience can be accompanied by shared death experiences, in which people feel as if they are transported to another dimension or experience a life review of their deceased loved ones. Finally, Dr. van Lommel talks about after-death communication, in which people report experiencing contact with the consciousness of their deceased loved ones just after their death. He notes that this phenomenon is common around the world, with millions of people reporting these experiences. However, he acknowledges that these experiences are often not discussed openly, as they may be seen as hallucinations or dreamlike states.
Dr. Pim van Lommel also mentions instances where children who have died come back to help or advise living individuals. Dr. van Lommel argues that these examples are difficult to explain through the materialist definition of science, which only considers objective and measurable aspects, and excludes subjective experiences. He believes that consciousness is an essential aspect of who we are and calls for expanding science into post-materialist science, which includes subjective experiences in the scientific method. Dr. van Lommel believes that a living being is more than just matter, and that consciousness and subjective aspects should be included in understanding and studying living beings. He also agrees with Nikola Tesla’s quote that science that truly investigates non-physical phenomena will make significant progress in a short period.
Dr. Pim van Lommel then discusses the paradigm shift required for consciousness to be seen as a non-material aspect, which he believes will take time to be accepted. He cites the example of quantum physics, which took about 70 years to be accepted worldwide, as a precedent for this. He also talks about the importance of studying Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) in patients with cardiac arrest, as it proves that consciousness cannot be a product of brain function. He also mentions that NDEs can occur in various circumstances, not just critical medical situations, such as meditation, isolation, shipwrecks, astronauts, severe depression, and even walking in nature.
Dr. Pim van Lommel argues that consciousness is the essence of who we are and that everything we perceive is a product of our consciousness. He emphasizes the importance of love, empathy, and compassion in creating a positive impact on the world and states that we must change our consciousness to create change. Dr. van Lommel shares his personal experience of a gradual change in his understanding of life and the interconnectedness of all things.
When the interviewer asks the neurosurgeon about his attitude towards death, Dr. van Lommel responds that he’s not afraid of death and that he thinks people with Near Death Experiences (NDEs) have no fear at all. He describes his own attitude as being “98% fearless” and expresses curiosity about the nature of these experiences. He emphasizes the importance of enjoying each day and being happy and grateful.
In the YouTube video titled “ANGER: Root of Depression, Fatigue, Back Pain, Obesity“, Tim Shieff discusses the role of anger from a soul mechanics perspective. He suggests that anger provides direction, acting as a compass towards finding where we can access our pain and unravel our emotional wounds.
Tim Shieff emphasizes the importance of accessing and resolving childhood emotions to regain our authentic selves. He discusses how our emotions are stored in our souls and can lead to physical and emotional issues. The speaker advises understanding and compassion for our emotional wounds and deconstructing our facade self as our job. He also discusses the concept of spiritual addictions and addiction itself.
Tim argues that the root cause of addiction lies in emotional pain or the desire to suppress reality, regardless of the form of addiction. He advises viewers to acknowledge and address their beliefs about anger and connect with their emotions to process them, resulting in positive changes for themselves and the world. He notes that the internet has created more facade personas and the Law of Attraction is a constant physical law that triggers our anger.
Tim also discusses different approaches to anger and the benefits of owning and expressing anger as a means of addressing underlying issues. He recommends identifying triggers, practicing anger regularly, and connecting with one’s desire for what they want. They emphasize the importance of self-reflection and awareness. The main themes discussed are emotions, self-awareness, and personal growth.
Detailed Description
Tim Shieff begins by discussing the role of anger in our lives from a soul mechanics perspective. He suggests that anger provides us with direction, acting as a compass towards finding where we can access our pain and unravel our emotional wounds. The combination of core emotions and the hurt shell represent our inner child, the yolk in the egg is our nutritious substance that gives life force, and the white in between is the hurt self that protects the inner child. To regain our true and authentic selves, Timothy emphasizes the importance of accessing and resolving our childhood emotions.
Tim then discusses how our emotions are stored in our souls and can lead to a variety of physical and emotional issues. He explains that this can be due to beliefs learned from childhood or negative experiences caused by those around us. He suggests that the fixing the facade self is important for growth and healing, desensitizing us to pain and emotional fears, and that it’s a way for us to suppress reality. He advises understanding and compassion for the facade self and deconstructing it as our job.
Tim further discusses the importance of recognizing emotions and understanding how to heal from them. He also discusses various types of addictions, including physical and emotional addictions, as well as beliefs and judgments that can lead to these addictions. Addictions, in their view, have a precise link to emotions and often cover up emotions with positive feelings. He encourages listeners to reflect on their own emotional addictions, judgments, and beliefs, which he suggests will reveal similar themes in their lives.
He goes on to discuss the concept of spiritual addictions and how they can lead to negative emotions such as anger, depression, and addiction itself. Tim argues that spiritual addictions are not necessarily a bad thing but rather a symptom of emotional pain or a desire for comfort and satisfaction. He explains that the root cause of addiction lies in emotional pain or the desire to suppress fear, regardless of the form of addiction. He also discusses the main reasons for anger, which include entitlement, and how it can be used to take back power and control a situation.
Later Tim Shieff addresses the concept of anger and its relationship to depression, fatigue, back pain, and obesity. He argues that anger is often a response to feelings of unloved, untrusted, or disrespected, and that it can lead to a cycle of pain and sadness if not addressed. He suggests that softening to these feelings and recognizing the pain below can lead to positive changes, both for oneself and the world. He also cautions against reacting to anger with aggression or manipulation, as this can lead to physical issues and damage relationships.
After that, Tim discusses how organs are connected to other things and how skin issues, chronic fatigue, weight gain, and depression can be linked to suppressed anger. Suppressed anger can lead to addiction and can be a major cause of depression. The speaker notes that the internet has created more facade personas and suggests that the Law of Attraction is a constant physical law that triggers our anger. He discusses the need to acknowledge and address our beliefs about anger and suggests that taking action and engaging with others can help us process our emotions.
When discussing different approaches to anger, the first approach suggested is to wear a mask and put on a smile to appear happy and not angry to others. The second approach is to own one’s anger and express it, but not project it on others. Tim emphasizes the importance of finding a private place to express one’s anger and not attacking or hurting themselves. He also mentions different techniques to get anger out, such as punching a bag or a baseball mat or screaming and punching a pillow.
Tim then discusses the benefits of owning and expressing anger as a means of addressing underlying issues. He recommends identifying triggers, practicing anger regularly, and connecting with one’s desire for what they want. He also emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and awareness. Tim acknowledges that others may judge their actions, but encourages viewers to explain their practice to those around them and to not care about their judgement.
At the end, Tim Shieff discusses the concept of emotions and how working through anger can lead to understanding and coping with sadness, grief, and other difficult emotions. He also mentions the importance of being aware of emotions and how connecting with them can lead to personal growth and healing. Tim also shares personal experiences with his own emotions and recommends resources for further learning and growth.
Country music sensation Cody Tate is expressing his disappointment after a group of adults, accompanied by children, was caught on CCTV raiding the Halloween candy bowl outside his Texas home. Tate, known for his chart-topping hits, shared the surveillance footage on Instagram, showcasing the unexpected actions of the trick-or-treaters and their adult companions.
The Incident:
On Halloween night, Tate set up a self-service candy bowl outside his door, complete with a sign politely requesting trick-or-treaters to take only one piece of candy. However, the heartwarming tradition turned sour as both kids and adults decided to take advantage of the open candy bowl. The CCTV footage reveals the group, seemingly led by a mother, emptying the entire container, leaving none for other Halloween enthusiasts.
Tate’s Reaction:
The country music star, seemingly anticipating some mischief from the eager trick-or-treaters, expressed his disbelief on Instagram. Posting the surveillance video, Tate wrote, “I figured it would happen but not adults.” The disappointment in his voice was palpable as he called out the unexpected behavior of grown-ups who were supposed to be setting an example for the children they accompanied.
Social Media Response:
The incident quickly gained traction on social media, with fans and followers of Cody Tate expressing their support and disappointment. Many were quick to condemn the adults for their lack of restraint, emphasizing the importance of preserving the joy of Halloween for everyone in the community.
Community Reflection:
The Halloween candy incident serves as a reflection of the broader challenges faced by communities during festive times. While Halloween is typically associated with fun, laughter, and sharing, this incident highlights the need for individuals to respect established norms and guidelines, ensuring that everyone can partake in the festivities without feeling slighted.
Lessons Learned:
Cody Tate’s Halloween candy misadventure offers a lesson in community etiquette and the importance of adults leading by example. As communities come together to celebrate various occasions, it is crucial for individuals to respect the efforts of those who contribute to the festive spirit, be it through decorations, candy distribution, or other acts of goodwill.
Conclusion:
Country music star Cody Tate’s Halloween candy bowl raid serves as a stark reminder that, at times, even the most innocent traditions can be marred by unexpected behavior. The incident sparks a conversation about community values, respect, and the need for adults to set positive examples for the younger generation during festive occasions. As the community reflects on this incident, the hope is that future celebrations will be marked by a sense of unity, consideration, and shared joy for all.
This video references the Bible to question many commonly held beliefs about the Jewish people. The narrator argues that the Bible does not call the Jews God’s chosen people and that modern-day Israel is not their homeland. The speaker also points out that the Jewish people do not believe in the Old Testament as it is commonly understood, and that only a small percentage of the people mentioned in the Old Testament can be considered Jewish. The speaker then goes on to explain that the term “anti-Semitic” incorrectly suggests that being anti-Jewish is the same as being anti-Semitic, and that understanding the historical context is important in distinguishing between the two.
When discussing the history of the Jews and their relationship to the name “Israel“, the speaker notes that while the Jews would have different religions and belief systems, they would all fall under the umbrella of the kingdom of Israel. The Speaker points out that Israel would be corrupted by foreign influences and would engage in materialism, sexual morality, and child sacrifice, which would lead to their downfall.
The speaker also notes that the Jews, both before and after the fall of Israel, would launch rebellions against their oppressors, leading to their enslavement and exile. Despite the Jews’ efforts to take Palestine, the speaker argues that they have stolen the name “Israel” from the original Israelites and have convinced the Christian West to believe that they are the chosen people. The Speaker also discusses the Jewish faith and notes that the Jews believe in the Talmud alongside the Old Testament, but have a different interpretation of the Bible than Christians.
The speaker then discusses the separation of the biblical content between the Kingdom of Israel and the Kingdom of Judah. He argues that the Jewish deception and hijacking of the Bible depend on their claim to the terms Semites, Hebrews, and Israelites, even though figures like Moses, who wrote the first five books of the Torah, were not Judahites or from the Kingdom of Judea.
The speaker emphasizes that the majority of people in the Old Testament are not Jews, and the Bible is a history book that tells the stories of many nations and peoples, not just the Jews. The speaker concludes by stating that the Bible is not solely about Jews.
In this video, author and journalist Roy Beck of Numbers USA discusses the idea that mass immigration into the United States won’t help reduce world poverty. He argues that while the United States takes in 1 million legal immigrants every year on average, there are still billions of people in the world who live below the poverty line.
Roy Beck uses a gumball analogy to illustrate that even if the United States were to double its immigration to 2 million a year, it would still not make a noticeable difference in reducing world poverty. He suggests that instead, efforts should be made to help people living in poverty where they are, rather than relying on immigration as a solution.
This parody video accuses Hamas of committing heinous crimes against the United States of America, which were in fact committed by Israel. This is how mainstream press would twist the stories. Replace the instances of “Hamas” with “Israel” and vice versa, and you’ll get the truth.
Some of the worst crimes discussed include the bombing of USS Liberty in 1967, which resulted in the death of 34 American sailors and 171 injuries, and the Lavon Affair in 1954, where Hamas terrorists attempted to pin blame for an explosion on Israeli terrorists.
Other crimes mentioned are the theft of Highly Enriched Uranium for a nuclear weapons program and the 9/11 attacks, where Hamas agents were found celebrating the destruction of the Twin Towers. The speaker also discusses a pedophilia ring run by Hamas agent Jafar al-Epstain. He concludes by urging listeners to care about Israel and sign up for the US military.
This video shows a split image of former Vice President now President of the USA Joe Biden discussing a crime bill that he supported and helped pass while in Congress, and of his son Hunter Biden as he smokes crack.
The bill was allegedly aimed at combating drug crime, and those caught with certain types of drugs, including crack crack cocaine, would be sentenced to mandatory five-year prison sentences with no probation. The judge had no choice in this matter, and the government could take everything the accused owned, including their car, house, and bank account.
Biden argued that criminals who engaged in such behavior needed to be caged off from society, away from everyone else, including their families. Biden did not seem interested in why the criminals had committed the crime, instead justifying their imprisonment.
