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Events, courses and resources to support a bold enquiry in the nature of self, perception and reality.
This is a space for modern mystics, those willing to see for themselves, engage with the science, explore new ways of experiencing reality whilst grounded in how to integrate this in day to day living.
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Waking up is just half the story.. and the importance of instability Wed 30th Jul 2025
Integrated Information Theory, Idealism and Emptiness Thu 24th Jul 2025
Recording: Cessation of consciousness and truly awakening Sun 6th Jul 2025
Navigating Agentic AI & the future of humanity Tue 1st Jul 2025
Video: Dr James Cooke - a neuroscientist experiencing non-duality Tue 24th Jun 2025
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Feedback on Adventures in Awareness events
Adventures in Awareness consistently delivers highly positive and transformative experiences, as highlighted by overwhelmingly enthusiastic feedback. Participants frequently praise the profound insights gained, describing events as "amazing," "fabulous," "profoundly moved," and "life-enhancing." Many appreciate the unique blend of science, theory, and practical application, particularly in the "Rewiring your Reality" and "Headless Way" workshops, which are consistently lauded for their clear explanations, engaging experiments, and immediate impact on personal perception and well-being. Facilitators like Richard Lang and Mark are repeatedly commended for their expertise, kindness, humor, and ability to create safe, inclusive, and deeply connecting environments, fostering a strong sense of community and shared discovery among attendees. The positive atmosphere, quality of content, and skillful moderation are consistently noted as key strengths across all events.
| Yasmin B. on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 7 days ago | |
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An inspiring & beautiful course. Shamil is clearly a polymath. I loved the interweave of science, philosophy and spirituality. I am walking away from this course feeling that I have a stronger grounding in my own spiritual practice & how I want to dance this life.
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| Anonymous on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 7 days ago | |
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This was an absolutely amazing course, I cannot recommend it highly enough. The way in which Shamil weaved together aspects of science and meditation is unprecedented and testament to his deep knowledge of both topics. On top of that, he delivered the course with heart and depth, not shying away from difficult topics.
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| Simone van der Zande on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 8 days ago | |
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Some personal reflections: It has been quite a journey this past week. Not exactly a new journey, since I have been on some contemplative/philosophical path or other for most of my life (I’m 67), but definitely a new phase. One that has taken me very rapidly out of the umpteenth internal cul-de-sac I had been caught in. Stage one of this new phase was one of awe at the incredible scope and precision of this course and excitement over the prospect of studying the material in depth to at long last gain an overview of the complex subject of “Awakening” and having all remaining questions answered (including the ones I have difficulty formulating). Plus a renewed determination to finally build a steady mediation practice and renew my vows to make ‘looking in - waking up’ once again top priority in my life. However, not quite surprisingly, my at times cruel inner critic (still alive, despite much work on deconstructing) simultaneously jumped at the occasion to remind me how unfruitful my previous attempts have been. And yes, I have come to admit once again that I am not a meditator (in the conventional sense) and that the ambivalence that has always surrounded it for me would not disappear as if by magic (or by merely wishing it to disappear). On top of that a familiar feeling of exasperation began to creep in; concern about embarking once more on a self-improvement project (I am in no way saying that that is what the course is designed to do! It is what I tend to lean towards, fed by a deeply ingrained inner dialogue of wanting/needing to be different from what/how I am, which doesn’t seem to lead to any lasting change.) It made me wonder what had suddenly motivated me (quite urgently in fact) to attend this course, knowing that all the ins and outs of various meditation practices would make up a large part of it. And in the midst of the turmoil that has been stirred up I realise it is actually something quite mysterious that made me jump into it. Something that acts independently of my so-called ‘better knowing’. The ‘better knowing’ that would have told me beforehand that it would be a waste of time and money (a very modest amount I must admit) because, well, you just can’t teach an old dog new tricks (particularly not tricks that have been tried and failed countless times before). But, the good news: during this past week (has it really just been one week since I first attended?) quite a profound shift has taken place in me. A shift form despair at having once again lost touch with a sense of meaning to a sense of wonder and curiosity regarding this unpredictable marvellous unfolding. An unfolding that I don’t seem to be in control of and yet am an active participant in. I find myself spontaneously drawn to explore and create conditions that evoke presence and awareness and that rekindle enchantment and curiosity regarding the Big Questions (who am I - What is going on here - What is the purpose of Life (mine and Life in general)? etc). So although I doubt I will ever be ‘a meditator’, having turned my back on the inner-critic I find I am deeply inspired by this course and will definitely study it again, using it to help me create a portfolio of what works for me (thanks for that very helpful description!). I bow in gratitude to you (Shamil and Amir) and to the mysterious forces at play in the universe and in myself (whoever that is; part of that universe!) Warmest regards, Simone
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| Paul B. on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 11 days ago | |
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A relative newbie to this area, I found it an extremely interesting and complete survey of the whole landscape, from the science to practice and philosophy to metaphysics. The space was lovely, as was the ability to do the session IRL. Because so much ground was covered, having access to the slides and playback is essential, so thanks for providing that. Huge thanks to Shamil for condensing his knowledge and insight!
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| Claire Stretch on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 12 days ago | |
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I loved this course - such great content, well illustrated both graphically and with concrete verbal examples. The bringing together of neuroscience and wisdom traditions was fabulous. I wish I could have been there in person or live on zoom but I'm in Australia so timing didn't work. However the recordings were high quality and absorbing. Thank you for bringing this course together. Oh, and the choral music occasionally in the back ground was a special touch from the universe!
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| Arek S. on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 12 days ago | |
| Anonymous on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 12 days ago | |
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A rare, incredible opportunity to hear from a leading voice in the emerging synthesis of science and spirituality
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Karin de Bruijn on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing |
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Although, as an online participant, I did not feel as ‘connected’ to the event compared to an all-online or all-physical event, I appreciate the fact that the event offered online access because of the quality of the teacher and the knowledge he transferred.
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| Katharine D. on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 12 days ago | |
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It was a privilege to be given a chance to go deep into the research , wisdom and insight from years of Shamil Chandaria’s dedication to human flourishing. Thank you, Shamil, your generosity of spirit shines through. Thank you Amir for the foresight to work with Shamil and all the work you put behind it, for creating a community, and for a course executed so brilliantly by everyone involved.
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| Anonymous on Rewiring your Reality: A 4 Week Course with Shamil Chandaria on the Neuroscience of Meditation, Awakening and Human Flourishing | 12 days ago | |
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Fabulous course! It's given me lots to think about and practise with. I'm very glad that you were able to find a way to offer the course online - when I first heard about it, it was going to be in-person only, which wouldn't have been practical for me (living in Gloucestershire). For Zoom sessions I suggest having the Host lock down the other participants so they can't unmute - it's too easy for someone to unmute themselves and then make quiet shuffling noises all the way through a session otherwise. Apart from that, audio was really good once the mic placement had been sorted out.
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