Author Archives: Shrikant R

Ronald Gross on Ten Tenets of Great Conversation

Ron Gross presents Ten Tenets of Great Conversation Ron Gross’ books include Peak Learning, Socrates’ Way, The Lifelong Learner, The New Professionals, and Individualism: Man in Modern Society. He co-chairs the Columbia University Seminar on Innovation; and is the Founder-Director of Conversations New York, which has pioneered in providing New Yorkers with opportunities for conversationsContinue reading “Ronald Gross on Ten Tenets of Great Conversation”

Consistency Over Intensity | Self Improvement

“There is no more miserable human being than one in whom nothing is habitual but indecision, and for whom the lighting of every cigar, the drinking of every cup, the time of rising and going to bed every day, and the beginning of every bit of work, are subjects of express volition also deliberation. FullContinue reading “Consistency Over Intensity | Self Improvement”

Spiritual Challenges of an Individual in Modern Society | Carl Jung

A panel of Jungian Experts will be discussing Carl Jung’s thoughts on problems faced by individuals on modern societies. “To me the crux of the spiritual problem today is to be found in the fascination which the psyche holds for modern man….if we are optimistically inclined, we shall see in it the promise of aContinue reading “Spiritual Challenges of an Individual in Modern Society | Carl Jung”

Shapes of Stories by Kurt Vonnegut — a Discussion

Stories come in all different shapes and sizes. But according to American novelist Kurt Vonnegut, most fall into 1 of 6 common story arcs. We will be looking at Vonnegut’s whimsical analysis of Cinderella, Metamorphosis, and Hamlet through this lens. Zach & Steve will be Relating these observations about shapes of stories to the Hero’sContinue reading “Shapes of Stories by Kurt Vonnegut — a Discussion”

Gentleness in Meditation | Meditation

Gentleness in Meditation with Nathan Jepsen. In this series, we will explore different types of meditations, share our meditation practices, discuss benefits of meditation, discuss meditation books, and help each other cultivate and strengthen our own meditation practices. Each Meetup will have at least a 10 minute meditation session.

Idea of Honor | 103 Great Ideas

1. What is personal Honor? 2. How has the concept of honor changed from Greek, Medieval, Renaissance, Enlightenment to Modern times? 3. What is the role of honor in the life of a person? 4. What is honor between friends and family? 5. What distinguishes honor from fame? How do they each operate in aContinue reading “Idea of Honor | 103 Great Ideas”