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What does it mean to be stoic? Many of us assume it means you have a stiff upper lip, or that you suppress your emotions. That's what Massimo Pigliucci thought — until he started to peruse a book called Meditations. It was written nearly two thousand years ago by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. But Massimo, now a philosopher, says Meditations, and Stoic philosophy more broadly, offer wisdom that continues to speak to our lives. This week, we explore Stoic ideas and the lessons they hold for what it means to live well.

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Find a Comfortable Position: Sit comfortably, either upright with your head balanced or reclining, and relax your jaw, shoulders, and hands.

Invite Warmth and Softness into the Body: Gently bring awareness to different parts of your body—chest, belly, seat, legs, and feet. Imagine a gentle sweep of rest and quiet spreading through you, like a soft, warm wave.

Notice Any Unease Without Trying to Change It: See if you can detect any subtle unease or restlessness. Instead of pushing it away, simply acknowledge it.

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Return Gently: When you feel ready, slowly bring small movements back into your body. Open your eyes and notice your surroundings, carrying a sense of warmth and acceptance with you.

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Happiness Break: A Meditation for When You Feel Uneasy

Many of us believe that hard work and persistence are the key to achieving our goals. But is that true when it comes to the pursuit of happiness? This week, we revisit a conversation with psychologist Iris Mauss, who explains why happiness can seem more elusive the harder we chase it, and what we can do instead to build a lasting sense of contentment. Then, we bring you the latest edition of our segment "Your Questions Answered." Behavioral scientist Alison Wood Brooks answers listener questions on how to be a better conversationalist — from what to do when the other person isn't contributing, to how to stop others from interrupting.

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Wind down tonight with a sleep story that&#39;ll quiet your racing mind and ease you into dreamland. This 2-hour escape pairs the cozy crackle of a real fireplace with gentle storytelling, taking you through fascinating tales of war and history&#39;s most captivating moments.As you drift off, you&#39;ll discover the untold stories behind history&#39;s famous faces, dive into mysteries that still baffle experts, and revisit moments that changed everything-all while the warm glow of firelight flickers in the background.Perfect for when you need to shut off your brain, this adult bedtime story works whether you&#39;re into sleep meditation or just desperate for some decent rest. The black screen means no harsh light to disturb you once you&#39;re finally dozing off.Just hit play, close your eyes, and let the soothing fireplace sounds and stories carry you away to the best sleep you&#39;ve had in ages.

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It's another Omnibus episode! This time, we have collected all of are movie review episodes about UFO and alien films. What did Ryan and his guests think?&nbsp;Movies include:The UFO Incident (1975)The Thing (1982)Communion (1989)The Arrival (1996)Signs (2002)Dark Skies (2013)Arrival (2016)No One Will Save You (2023)Please take a moment to rate and review us on Spotify and Apple.Book Ryan on CAMEO at: https://bit.ly/3kwz3DOPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/somewhereskiesByMeACoffee: http://www.buymeacoffee.com/UFxzyzHOaQPayPal: Sprague51@hotmail.comEmail: Ryan.Sprague51@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/NTkmuwyB4FBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ryansprague.bsky.socialTwitter: https://twitter.com/SomewhereSkiesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/somewhereskiespod/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryansprague51Order Ryan’s new book: https://a.co/d/4KNQnM4Order Ryan’s older book: https://amzn.to/3PmydYCStore: http://tee.pub/lic/ULZAy7IY12URead Ryan’s articles at: https://medium.com/@ryan-sprague51Opening Theme Song by SeptembryoCopyright © 2025 Ryan Sprague. All rights reserved.Proud member of SpectreVision Radio: https://www.spectrevision.com/podcastsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/somewhere-in-the-skies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OMNIBUS 07 | UFO & Alien Movie Reviews

In this episode, Kelly shares her recent paper Unfurling the Myth, presented at the University of Exeter during a workshop on Process Philosophy, Plasma Cosmology, and Transpersonal Psychology. This gathering brought together scientists, philosophers, and researchers—including Robert Temple, Jeffrey Kripal, Bernard Carr, Massimo Teodorani, and Nick Cook—to explore the possibility that plasma, the fourth state of matter, could serve as a substrate for non-biological intelligence.

Kelly’s paper argues that the UFO phenomenon is not just an anomaly in the sky but a relational event—an encounter that engages the psyche through the deep structures of narrative. Rather than delivering answers, the phenomenon generates mystery, catalyzing transformation on both personal and cultural levels.

Drawing on thinkers like Robert Temple, Jacques Vallée, and Eric Davis, as well as research in narrative cognition and the psychology of curiosity, Kelly explores how UFOs may function as mythic initiators: destabilizing our categories of knowledge, activating curiosity, and compelling us to tell new stories. These stories are not just interpretations but mechanisms of reality-making—reshaping our understanding of self, world, and cosmos.


  
Plasma cosmology and the possibility of plasma-based intelligence



  
The UFO as relational event, not just object or craft



  
Narrative as a generative interface between psyche and field



  
How curiosity and myth catalyze transformation



  
The “Call to Adventure” in experiencer narratives



  
Cultural and personal shifts documented in experiencer research



  
The UFO as evolutionary function, seeding new myths and meanings




Whether you’re new to these ideas or steeped in the mysteries of UFOs, this episode invites you to consider the phenomenon not as something to solve, but as something to participate in—a story in which we are all co-creators.



Resources


  
Robert Temple, A New Science of Heaven



  
Jacques Vallée & Eric Davis, Incommensurability, Orthodoxy, and the Physics of High Strangeness



  
George Loewenstein, The Psychology of Curiosity



  
Will Storr, The Science of Storytelling



  
Stanislav & Christina Grof, Spiritual Emergency



  
Hernandez et al., Beyond UFOs






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02:20 Introduction to the Paper: Unfurling the Myth

03:25 Understanding the UFO Phenomenon

04:51 The Role of Narrative in UFO Encounters

06:45 Rethinking the UFO

11:25 Curiosity and the Mythic Initiation

15:30 Awakening the Hero Within

19:57 Remaking the World Through UFO Encounters


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Unfurling The Myth: Narrative As Interface Between Psyche & The Field

New from NPR's Embedded: Hosts Victoria Estrada and Marta Martinez travel across Latin America and within the U.S. to understand how women in Brazil discovered one of the medications that's used for self-managed abortions, the spread of this method across the world, and how this approach is shaping the future of abortion in the U.S.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Invisibilia

"The Network" from NPR's Embedded

Unwind tonight with a sleep story designed to hush your thoughts and guide you gently into rest. For the next two hours, you’ll drift beside the soft crackle of a fireplace while calm narration carries you through some of history’s most fascinating and forgotten moments.As the fire glows, you’ll wander into tales of war and peace, uncover mysteries that still puzzle experts, and step quietly into the lives of figures who shaped the world.With a dark screen to keep your room calm, this bedtime story is perfect for late-night meditation, winding down after a long day, or simply slipping into deep, effortless sleep.So press play, close your eyes, and let the fire’s whisper and these stories of the past guide you into the best night’s rest you’ve had in a long time.

What Daily Life Was REALLY Like for Soviet Gulag Prisoners

They’re often dismissed as harmless lights in the sky, but the glowing orbs that haunt the edges of our reality may be far more than they appear. In the quiet fields near crop circles and the forgotten corners of the world, witnesses report beings emerging from these luminous spheres. Others speak of noxious vapors, choking fog, and the sense of something watching, something intelligent. Are these orbs alive? Are they scouts, probes, or entities themselves, cloaked in shimmering disguise?

For our Plus+ members, we trace the unsettling journey of a woman whose natural psychic abilities cracked open the veil. Drawn from a quiet life as a cat Reiki practitioner into a realm of spirit attachments and unseen intrusions, her world transforms into one of hidden battles and shadowy forces. Guided by intuition and haunted by the unknown, she steps deeper into the strange.


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34.07 - MU Podcast - The Orb Pilots

What should you do with your life? There's no one-size-fits-all answer to that question. But there are scientifically-tested methods that can help you to feel more in harmony with yourself and the world. This week, and in a companion conversation for Hidden Brain+, researcher Victor Strecher explores the science of creating a life full of meaning. It's the kickoff to our annual You 2.0 series, which this year will focus on purpose and passion. If you’ve reached the midpoint of the year and you’re feeling adrift, alone, or burned out, this series is for you.

You 2.0: What Is Your Life For?

🌙 Drift into the Entire History of the Native Americans — from the first migrations across ancient ice bridges nearly 40,000 years ago to the challenges and triumphs of the modern day. This long-form documentary sleep story guides you through the legends, struggles, and resilience of Indigenous peoples across North America.💤 Told in a calm, soothing narration, this video blends history and relaxation, making it perfect for falling asleep, background listening, or peaceful late-night learning. Along the way, you’ll hear about:Ancient migrations and sacred traditionsThe rise of great civilizations like the Mississippians and Ancestral PuebloansEncounters with European settlers and their consequencesCultural survival, revival, and the present-day story of Native nations📖 Boring History To Sleep takes you deep into the past — not to excite, but to soothe, with history’s long rhythm as your lullaby.✨ Put on your headphones, close your eyes, and let the quiet journey through the story of the Native Americans (40,000 BC – 2025) guide you gently into rest.