Cyborg Buddha: Science and Spirit


	Cyborg Buddha: Science and Spirit

einbar

9-25-2009 1:28 PM

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Brain science reveals how meditative states of bliss and personal transformation can be achieved without religious baggage

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9-25-2009 1:50 PM

JohnWaterman

Interesting. But important to remember that bliss is not awakening (enlightenment)

9-25-2009 1:50 PM

ljsdesign

I can't help thinking of the movie" Circle of Iron"

Great clip Einbar, thanks

9-26-2009 9:22 AM

zalisan

Thanks Einbar. Great web site.

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