Is Our Reality an Illusion? - A Deep Dive into Beauty, Art, Perception & Consciousness

Is Our Reality an Illusion? - A Deep Dive into Beauty, Art, Perception & Consciousness

Is Our Reality an Illusion? - A Deep Dive into Beauty, Art, Perception & Consciousness

Ep 13 - Andrew J Schlechten

Ep 13 - Andrew J Schlechten

Ep 13 - Andrew J Schlechten

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In this episode...

In this episode...

In this week’s episode, AJ Schlechten joins Lars to explore the concepts of beauty, art, and their connection to nature and consciousness. AJ shares his view on how evolution guides us towards usefulness rather than truth, and all the ways our perception of reality might be just an illusion. We explore the theme of creativity, the magic of creation, the transformative power of alchemy, the significance of emotions in shaping identity, and the pursuit of authenticity in artistic expression. They discuss the unpredictable nature of creativity, the importance of engaging with one's unique artistic voice, and the interplay between emotions and personal history. 


We also dive deep into the implications of artificial intelligence and the nature of intelligence itself, suggesting a complex interplay between individual and collective consciousness. We also explore the concept of reincarnation, the challenges of disagreement in human interactions, and the importance of recognizing our share humanity. shared existence.

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AJ Schlechten

AJ Schlechten

Andrew J Schlechten is an artist and thinker from Colorado, US. His interests include Nietzche, Gnosticism, Mysticism (eastern and western), Hermeticism/Magick/Alchemy, and architecture/art history.


Follow AJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewj.studios/ 

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