Waking.Up.with.Sam.Harris.Live.720p-VIMEO

In this talk, Sam Harris discusses a range of experiences that have traditionally been considered “spiritual”—in particular the phenomenon of self-transcendence. Although such experiences tell us nothing about the origins of the cosmos, they confirm some well-established truths about the human mind: Our conventional sense of self is an illusion; positive emotions, such as compassion and serenity, are teachable skills; and the way we think can profoundly influence our lives and the lives of others.

Includes the bestselling book Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion.