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A Philosopher’s Stone

Brenden Weber

Feb 15

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An Essential Lesson on New Age Spirituality and Capitalism

with the help of Slavoj Zizek and Jacques Lacan

Let’s examine the rise of New Age Spirituality and its integration with the wellness community. And put focus on our obsession with self-actualization, our truth, and hyper-individuality.

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An Essential Lesson on New Age Spirituality and Capitalism

with the help of Slavoj Zizek and Jacques Lacan

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