The Collective Dream

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This book links two seminal moments in Egypt’s history – the Revolution of 25th January 2011 and the presidency of Gamal Abdel Nasser – through various cultural manifestations. It conceives the concept of “collective dreaming” to map out the subliminal feeling which runs deep through experiences of socially transformative moments. The author has extensively studied the structure of feelings that encompasses the experiences not only of activist minorities but the broader mass of revolutionary movements. In certain historical moments, hopes and aspirations bind together millions of people from all walks of life: students, workers, farmers, and middle-class professionals. Nagaty calls this phenomenon the “collective dream”, something which has been carried through generations of Egyptians. The book will be of interest to students and scholars of social movement studies, cultural studies and cultural sociology.

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Genre : Social Science
Author : Sarah Nagaty
Publisher : Springer Nature
Release : 2023-12-19
File : 250 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9783031350139


Collective Dreams

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How do we go about imagining different and better worlds for ourselves? Collective Dreams looks at ideals of community, frequently embraced as the basis for reform across the political spectrum, as the predominant form of political imagination in America today. Examining how these ideals circulate without having much real impact on social change provides an opportunity to explore the difficulties of practicing critical theory in a capitalist society. Different chapters investigate how ideals of community intersect with conceptions of self and identity, family, the public sphere and civil society, and the state, situating community at the core of the most contested political and social arenas of our time. Ideals of community also influence how we evaluate, choose, and build the spaces in which we live, as the author’s investigations of Celebration, Florida, and of West Philadelphia show.Following in the tradition of Walter Benjamin, Keally McBride reveals how consumer culture affects our collective experience of community as well as our ability to imagine alternative political and social orders. Taking ideals of community as a case study, Collective Dreams also explores the structure and function of political imagination to answer the following questions: What do these oppositional ideals reveal about our current political and social experiences? How is the way we imagine alternative communities nonetheless influenced by capitalism, liberalism, and individualism? How can these ideals of community be used more effectively to create social change?

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Genre : Political Science
Author : Keally D. McBride
Publisher : Penn State Press
Release : 2015-08-26
File : 166 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9780271032405


Exploring The Collective Unconscious In The Age Of Digital Media

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For decades we have witnessed the emergence of a media age of illusion that is based on the principles of physics—the multidimensionality, immateriality, and non-locality of the unified field of energy and information—as a virtual reality. As a result, a new paradigm shift has reframed the cognitive unconscious of individuals and collectives and generated a worldview in which mediated illusion prevails. Exploring the Collective Unconscious in a Digital Age investigates the cognitive significance of an altered mediated reality that appears to have all the dimensions of a dreamscape. This book presents the idea that if the digital media-sphere proves to be structurally and functionally analogous to a dreamscape, the Collective Unconscious researched by Carl Jung and the Cognitive Unconscious researched by George Lakoff are susceptible to research according to the parameters of hard science. This pivotal research-based publication is ideally designed for use by psychologists, theorists, researchers, and graduate-level students studying human cognition and the influence of the digital media revolution.

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Genre : Psychology
Author : Schafer, Stephen Brock
Publisher : IGI Global
Release : 2016-01-28
File : 349 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781466698925


The Book Of Thought

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Thoughts can create worlds. Every time you dream, you make worlds out of your own thoughts. You do not make dreamworlds out of atoms, out of "matter". How many people grasp the significance of this fact? A dream, in and of itself, proves that a mind can create what convincingly passes as a material world, even though the dreamworld emphatically isn't material, but is made of thoughts produced by the mind of the dreamer. Why don't we indulge in the boldest of thoughts? If one mind can build a dreamworld out of its own thoughts, what would happen if all minds dreamt together? What world might they create with their united effort, with their thoughts pulled together and operating as one? In fact, they would build the very world we are living in right now! This is a universe of thought, and nothing but mind matters.

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Genre : Philosophy
Author : Dr. Thomas Stark
Publisher : Magus Books
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File : 390 Pages
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Awakening The Toltec Wisdom Within A Journey To Self Love Freedom And Spiritual Fulfilment

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This book is Magic. It changed my life entirely after writing it. If it can change my life, surely, you will benefit from it. The book tells me how to live my life, what to speak to others, what is right or wrong, and how to overcome difficulties in life. A Journey to Your Most Enlightened Self Are you ready to embark on a transformative adventure that promises a more fulfilling, harmonious life? Picture a world where ancient Toltec wisdom meets modern-day practicality, a world where you can achieve a heavenly existence right here on Earth. This book is your guide to navigating this extraordinary journey. Curious? Imagine absorbing clear and concise advice that speaks directly to your soul, advice that is not only easy to understand but also remarkably effective in bringing about personal growth. Through vivid storytelling and practical examples, this book demystifies the ancient teachings of the Toltecs, offering you a blueprint for a life of peace, joy, and true transformation. Does this resonate with you? This is no ordinary self-help book; it’s an invitation to explore profound wisdom that has stood the test of time. Whether you are just beginning your quest for self-improvement or are looking to deepen your spiritual practice, this book offers invaluable insights that can elevate every aspect of your being. Imagine this: Waking up each day with a profound sense of purpose and peace, feeling equipped to handle life's challenges with grace and wisdom. This book doesn’t just promise change; it provides the tools and inspiration you need to make it a reality. Highly recommended for seekers of transformative insights and those yearning for practical guidance, this book is your key to a more enlightened existence. Don't miss out on the opportunity to transform your life in ways you never thought possible. Dive into this treasure trove of wisdom and take the first step toward a more meaningful, heavenly life today.

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Genre : Fiction
Author : J K Arora
Publisher : Jagdish Krishanlal Arora
Release : 2024-07-02
File : 129 Pages
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Dreams

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Ever feel like your dreams are trying to tell you something? Dive into "Dreams: Decoding the Language of Dreams," a captivating exploration of the mysterious world that unfolds while you sleep. This isn't your average dream dictionary—it's a deep dive into the history, cultures, and practices that have revered dreams as messages from beyond. Ever wondered if dreams are just random firings in our brains, or if they hold deeper meaning? Journey through the ages, from ancient dream temples and oracles to modern scientific inquiries. Uncover how cultures across the globe have sought to interpret and harness the power of dreams in warfare, healing, and spiritual growth. We'll delve into dream incubation practices, exploring how you can actively engage with your dreams to seek guidance and inspiration. Discover the fascinating world of lucid dreaming, where you become aware you're dreaming and can even influence the narrative. This book isn't just about interpreting symbols; it's about understanding the profound impact dreams can have on our lives. We'll examine how dreams have fueled creativity, sparked social justice movements, and even provided insights into the animal kingdom. "Dreams: Decoding the Language of Dreams" is your passport to a realm where anything is possible. Whether you're a seasoned dreamer or simply curious about the mysteries of the sleeping mind, this book will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the extraordinary power of dreams.

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Genre : Body, Mind & Spirit
Author : Azhar ul Haque Sario
Publisher : epubli
Release : 2024-10-06
File : 207 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9783759888006


Inside Your Dreams

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Become the awakened dreamer. You will never again say 'It's just a dream!' Rose Inserra, best-selling Author on Dreams and their meanings has taken it one level above in this advanced guide into lucid dreaming, astral projection and how to avoid sleep paralysis and deal with nightmares. Her dream interpretation techniques describe techniques to apply shamanic, nature-based principles such as soul journeys and tree wisdom into your everyday life. She also supplies guided meditations and step-by-step exercises on how to remember your dreams. Inside Your Dreams provides awareness about your inner self and healing through actioning your dream images in your waking life. Unlock the mysteries of your dreams and the messages they hold for greater insight into your conscious waking life, your subconscious and the collective unconscious. Use this practical guide to climb inside your dreams and connect more deeply with yourself instead of wasting one third of your life only sleeping..

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Genre : Body, Mind & Spirit
Author : Rose Inserra
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Release : 2021-03-09
File : 257 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781922579935


Dreams And Self Development

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Dreams are important messengers in the process of Self-Development. They can give you information about obstacles and suggest solutions such as new ways of thinking, feeling and acting in your life. Dreams can also tell you about the past, the present or the future. They may point out what to look for or which direction to take. A dream may also awaken us to spiritual experiences and higher states of consciousness. This book combines the interpretation of dream symbols and their relation to the physical body and the subtle anatomy of man. It also suggests simple meditative exercises related to dream symbols, the physical body and the chakras. Theories are exemplified by practical dream work and illustrated and enlivened with symbolism from, for example: science fiction movies, fantasy literature and dance (Argentine tango). The author’s inspiration and theory come from C. G. Jung, Jes Bertelsen, Wilhelm Reich and other body therapists, and from Bob Moore as the main spiritual teacher.

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Author : Ann Aaboe Bengtsson
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Release : 2015-08-25
File : 362 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9788771706116


Dreams Beyond Time

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Dreams Beyond Time: On Sacred Encounter and Spiritual Transformation offers readers an overview of dreams research as applied to non-ordinary dreams. Lee Irwin describes four basic types of dreaming: normative, mythic, psychic, and transpersonal, and he illustrates each type with specific dream examples. These types of dreaming are then used as a lens to look more closely at additional dream types that indicate dreaming as a process of creative discovery. Through virtual dreaming encounters, latent human potentials are revealed and suggest aspects for spiritual development based on dream recording, interpretation, and analysis. In turn this leads to a metaphysical description that is pan-sentient, illustrating a vivid, living universe of process-becoming in which certain dream types reveal mythic, psychic, and transpersonal capacities as intrinsic to a deeper more awakened sense of intersubjective self-awareness. While dream theories from many diverse authors are explored, the author uses an existential and phenomenological method to analyze dreaming contents in relationship to altered states of mind, trance, out of body and near-death experience, meditation, imagination, and stages of lucid self-awareness. Transpersonal dreams are given considerable attention in relationship to mystical traditions, paranormal research, and the comparative anthropology of self.

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Genre : Religion
Author : Lee Irwin
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Release : 2022-05-04
File : 367 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781793642622


Hive Mind Dreaming

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John Lennon said, "A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality." OK, you want a whole new way of looking at reality. Nothing is more extraordinary than the Hive Mind. According to the theory of the Hive Mind, existence is made of nothing but minds, all packed together in the Cosmic Hive. All the minds do is dream, individually and collectively, and in doing so they generate the world we all experience. The fundamental activity of the mind is dreaming. Come inside the hive and discover how reality works.

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Genre : Body, Mind & Spirit
Author : Dr. Thomas Stark
Publisher : Magus Books
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File : 62 Pages
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