Jamie Wheal: Ethical Cult Building & Ecstatic Practices for Awakening Your Inner Mystic #429

I say this all the time – but today’s interview is one of my favorites of all time. Jamie Wheal is a talented conversationalist, killer writer, and the author of Recapture the Rapture, a supremely high-level how-to book, if you will, on how people might recapture the individual bliss and collaborative magic that we’ve strayed so far away from.We assess society at this stage of de-evolution before delving into ways Jamie has uncovered that we may deepen our understanding, and thus, our experience. Then, we spend some time talking about sex – past the stigmas and social strcutures put in place to distract and confuse us – to hone in on what a deeply spiritual and connective practice it can be, if you let it.We wrap with a thoughtful dissection of what makes a bad cult, and what makes a good one. Jamie delivers his insight without even a hint of pretentiousness; he’s honest, hopeful, and confident – giving his words an inviting warmth that I know you’ll enjoy. 00:07:34 — A Critical Juncture for HumansRecapture the Rapture by Jamie Wheal17k-foot hike to a hot spring full of snakesConnection between “Rapture” and “rapture”The Woodstock/Burning Man of 1803 American spiritual soupWhy we can’t hear the centrists00:34:23 — Ascension is Possible: Finding Meaning 3.0 William James and nitrous oxide (The Atlantic)Substances as a toolYour brain on nitrous oxideIntentionality is everythingRitualistic use in tribal Western New Guinea00:59:01 — Sexual Practices to Deepen Your ExperienceIlluminating the lack of research on sexuality Unique nature of human sexuality Sex magic and hermetic traditionsCreating a more exalted experience Truly making love 01:31:34 — Building Ethical CultsLuke’s first (and second) cultBuilding communities that support each other Red flags for spotting and avoiding a culty cult Metaphysics, ethics, and sacramentsExploring the work of Lisa Feldman BarettThe Follow → Fuck → Fear → Fight cycle12 traditions of Alcoholics AnonymousHighlighting the influence of Alice Walker and Joanna MacyCelebrating the work of Ken Kesey, Robert Anton Wilson, and John C. LillyAdmiring Gary Snyder, George Leonard, and Paul Newman More about this episode.Watch on YouTube. THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:TIMELINE NUTRITION. Mitopure is a breakthrough postbiotic that activates your body’s natural defense against aging. Clinically proven to unlock the potent bioactive, Urolithin A. It is the purest form of Urolithin A, a molecule, which is only produced as a by-product when gut bacteria digest specific ingredients found in pomegranates. Go to “LUKE10” for 10% of any 2, 4 or 12-month Mitopure plans at timelinenutrition.com.AND…SUPER SPECIOSA. Kratom is an all-natural herb related to coffee plant that has been used in Thailand for centuries. It helps energize your mind & relax your body, and just makes you feel good. Try kratom and get 20% off your entire order. Go to GetSuperLeaf.com/LUKE and use promo code LUKE for 20% off your entire order. ResourcesLinkedin: Jamie WhealInstagram: @jamiewhealRead: Jamie Wheal on AmazonHang out with Alyson and me at the Modern Nirvana Conference 2022, September 23rd in Austin, Texas – Use the code LUKEALYSON for 15% off tickets!Are you ready to block harmful blue light, and look great at the same time? Check out Gilded By Luke Storey. Where fashion meets function: gildedbylukestorey.comJoin me on Telegram for the uncensored content big tech won’t allow me to post. It’s free speech and free content: www.lukestorey.com/telegram Related Episodes Natural Law: Hope for Humanity & Finding Light in the Darkness w/ Dr. Zach Bush #416