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Wessis and Ossis – Are There Differences?

This article explores the differences between Wessis and Ossis, shaped by their different socializations in East and West Germany. Topics such as economy, society, individual perception, and historical experiences are reflected upon. The effects on self-image, collective intelligence, and the present time are also examined.

1: Winter landscape and introduction to the topic

10: Differences between Wessis and Ossis

16: Personal experiences with East and West

33: Socialization and societal influences

51: Scarcity and abundance compared

76: Erotic industry and cultural differences

99: Dangers of success and self-image

115: Collective intelligence and economic systems

150: Failure of collective systems

165: Psychological reflection and self-criticism

194: Freud, shadow, and self-perception

208: Stock market success and overconfidence

246: The British Empire as an example

269: Differences today and their significance

303: Social developments and criticism

345: National identity and borders

389: Memories of Ossis and experiences

411: Conclusion and farewell in the winter landscape

Plau am See / Illusory World of Samsara

This article takes you to Plau am See, an idyllic town in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Surrounded by forests and water, the region invites relaxation and exploration. In addition to the beauty of nature, the concept of Samsara is discussed—the illusory world as understood in Buddhism and its connection to perception and reality.

1: Plau am See – A Town by the Water

8: The Meaning of Samsara

26: Buddhism and the Perception of the World

61: Reality as an Information Construct

84: The Role of Communication in Perception

115: Subjective Worlds and Systems of Truth

160: Lightness in Dealing with the Illusory World

243: Plau am See – Nature and Relaxation

Arkana-Tarot: The Hermit – Setting Boundaries

This article takes you to Bernau, a town with a well-preserved city wall. In addition to its historical architecture, it explores the symbolism of the Hermit card and the significance of solitude in the search for truth. Furthermore, it examines old traditions, spiritual knowledge, and the influence of the environment on perception.

1: City wall of Bernau

8: The Hermit card and its meaning

24: Hermits as seekers of truth

46: The symbolism of solitude

70: Observing nature – the squirrel as a symbol

94: Esotericism and secret knowledge

126: Historical wisdom and forgotten teachings

162: Architecture and cityscape of Bernau

Thoughts on Emptiness

Der Eremit – und das wechselseitige Entstehen

00:00:00 Intro

00:00:01 Introduction to the topic of the tarot card “The Hermit”

00:00:12 Ouspensky’s interpretation of the tarot card

00:00:42 The significance of spiritual detachment

00:01:15 Quote from the symbolism of The Hermit

00:01:39 The lantern of Hermes Trismegistus and its meaning

00:02:05 The robe of Apollonius as protection and wisdom

00:02:23 The staff of the patriarch and his inner authority

00:03:00 The concept of immateriality and spiritual ideas

00:04:41 The doctrine of “dependent arising” in Buddhism

00:06:00 Symbolism of the Trinity in spiritual traditions

00:07:56 The Yin-Yang symbol as a principle of opposites

00:11:21 The role of space as a connection between things

00:12:17 The Hermit’s withdrawal as a path to wisdom

Today, we explore the tarot card “The Hermit” from the Rider-Waite Tarot. The symbolism of this card is explained based on Ouspensky’s interpretation. We delve into why spiritual seekers sometimes need to distance themselves, what value this has, and what consequences it brings. Additionally, the fundamental idea of communication and dependent arising in various spiritual teachings is considered.

Free from Hope and Fear – Attachments

7: Introduction to the topic of attachments
17: The universe as consciousness
41: Attachment as a cause of suffering
53: Reflection on the poem “Garden of Proserpine”
87: Recognizing one’s own opinion as an attachment
126: Ways to become more aware of attachments

In this video, the concept of attachments in Buddhism and their significance for our suffering is explored. The speaker reflects on the poem “Garden of Proserpine” by Swinburne, which considers impermanence as something positive. He describes how attachments do not only concern material things but also opinions and intellectual concepts. Finally, the inevitability of attachments is emphasized, as well as the possibility of becoming aware of them and thereby finding a freer way of dealing with them.

Reincarnation – 4 Reasons Against, 1 For

CONTENT
01:00:00 Intro
01:00:28 1st contra: No reincarnation experience
01:00:53 2nd contra: Forgetting is ubiquitous
01:01:48 3rd contra: Improbability of reincarnation from a well-known person
01:03:34 4th contra: Being spiritual does not mean every mental leap is logical
01:05:32 5th pro: The mind can take any form
01:08:11 Outro

This post outlines five personal reasons why reincarnation is viewed critically. It discusses the absence of personal memories, the transience of memories, the improbability of reincarnation from a well-known historical figure, a holistic perspective on mind and consciousness, and the flexibility of consciousness as the basis for subjective realities.

Duty of Silence for Germany

CONTENT
01:00:00 Intro
01:00:42 the Duran
01:01:37 Silence on Problems – Omerta
01:02:58 What are the topics that should be discussed?
01:05:12 Journalism at rock bottom – a caricature of itself
01:06:28 Unease in the population
01:07:23 The intelligence of society lies in swarm intelligence/communication
01:07:58 The duty of the press … but also of the consumers
01:09:32 Speechlessness is harmful in EVERY environment. Example: family
01:10:45 East Germany – speechlessness
01:12:14 Germany: From a comfortable situation into misery
01:15:55 Closing credits

An unusually spring-like January day sets the stage for a critical reflection on the state of media, politics, and societal communication. The article highlights the lack of discussion on central issues such as energy policy, social systems, and international conflicts. It calls for greater openness, personal responsibility, and more conscious media consumption.

Everyone is Trapped in Their Own Ego-Universe

Everyone Lives in Their Own Universe

The idea that every person lives in their own universe highlights how individual our perception of reality is. We experience the world through the lens of our own concepts and thought structures, leading to inevitable differences in interpretation.

The Illusion of a Shared Reality

In materialism, we believe in an objective, external reality perceived equally by everyone. However, actual perception is shaped by our own thought processes. The concepts and terms we use are individual and influence how we interpret the world.

Why We Can Never Fully Understand Each Other

Words are like variables—their meaning varies from person to person. Even simple terms like “cup” evoke different images. With abstract concepts like **love** or **hate**, the differences become even clearer, as everyone’s perceptions are shaped by their unique experiences and ideas.

Respecting Each Individual’s Universe

It is important to respect the individual nature of each universe. Communication requires openness and the understanding that our words can never mean exactly the same thing to someone else.

CONTENT
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:54 People never fully understand each other
00:03:07 Cup metaphor
00:03:49 Each universe always differs from every other universe
00:05:14 Why is every mental world unique?
00:05:37 Words are the same, but everyone has individual concepts
00:06:55 The world arises from concepts
00:08:45 Everyone speaks about their own mental world
00:09:21 Words are variable in their ability to generate concepts
00:11:12 Words are variables with vagueness
00:13:45 Everyone remains in their own universe
00:15:20 Boundaries of the self are similar to the boundaries of the universe
00:16:22 Let there be light—let there be the concept
00:16:52 The magical number 3—a symbol of becoming
00:19:45 Outro

The Roundness of Universes – Where Does It Come From?

keine Kapitel

The video discusses the idea of “universes” from an individual perspective, the connection between consciousness and perception, as well as philosophical reflections on the roundness of universes and their metaphorical meaning. It argues that the universe is not purely material but can be interpreted as a consciousness phenomenon.