Life Examined
Finding meaning in an impermanent world
The novel coronavirus pandemic is a daily reminder of how quickly life can change.
By Jonathan Bastian • • 50m ListenThe novel coronavirus pandemic is a daily reminder of how quickly life can change. In his latest book, “Until the End of Time: Mind, Matter, and Our Search for Meaning in an Evolving Universe,” theoretical physicist Brian Greene talks about processing those changes, explores the meaning of impermanence, and explains the importance of living in the here and now.
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2 storiesPhysicist Brian Greene on the science behind impermanence
The coronavirus pandemic is a reminder that things can change — fast and unexpectedly. As much as we look for stability, things come and go, and we live and die.
Read the story27 minLita Albuquerque and Stephen Batchelor on what spirituality and art teaches us about life and death
Buddhist teacher and author Stephen Batchelor and artist Lita Albuquerque discuss their views on life, death, and the concept of impermanence with KCRW host Jonathan Bastian.
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