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The Open-Minded ReminderYour Ninth Reminder: Stuck in the Eternal Now | Meaning of LifeKavitha and Allie finish the book "Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It" by Daniel Klein. In the final chapter of their philosophical adventure, they discuss how normal moments can feel holy, why we are so bad at mindfulness, the true definition of eternity, and the limits of self-reflection. Also included is a recap of the entire book as a whole, and our thoughts on this philosophy filled journey. Keep up with us on Instagram @theopenmindedreminder to find out what our next book will be (coming in February 2021) and send feedback to theopenmindedreminder@gmail.com...2020-12-281h 01The Open-Minded ReminderYour Eighth Reminder: Understanding Religious Absolutism | Meaning of Life Kavitha and Allie are here to discuss the reason for the season! Listen in as they deep dive into the world of organized religion including discussions on the hypocrisy of atheism, the struggle of coexisting religious denominations, and the frustrating reality of absolutism versus relativism. All discussions are from the book "Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change it" by Daniel Klein. Keep up with us on our Instagram @theopenmindedreminder and send all feedback to theopenmindedreminder@gmail.com. Happy Holidays! 2020-12-2157 minThe Open-Minded ReminderYour Seventh Reminder: To Give or Not To Give | Meaning of Life'Tis the Season Open-Minded Reminder Listeners! This is Allie & Kavitha's 7th reminder to you all about- the season of giving! Included in this episode are discussions about if simply raising awareness for a cause is enough and the ongoing battle between our utilitarian minds and our natural tendency to form tribes. AND- bonus discussion: We wonder if people deserve to be punished if they have changed. Also- find out what level of goodness you are currently operating on according to a medieval scholar! Keep up with us on Instagram @theopenmindedreminder and send us feedback and messages to theopenmindedreminder@gmail...2020-12-1454 minThe Open-Minded ReminderYour Sixth Reminder: Just Another Rat in the Race | Meaning Of LifeThis week Allie and Kavitha are clawing their way through Daniel Klein's book "Every time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It". Throughout this episode you will witness them hitching a ride on the struggle bus as they make their best attempt to interpret this week's collection of quotes. Included are several tangents about the following topics: pros and cons of being a part of the system, why we constantly want to feel alive, the all too familiar dilemma of analysis paralysis, and our opinions on "The Golden Rule". Be sure to follow us on Instagram @theopenmindedreminder a...2020-12-0751 minThe Open-Minded ReminderYour Fifth Reminder: Matters of the Heart & The Point of it All | Meaning of LifeHello members of The Open-Minded Reminder Community! This week Kavitha and Allie are happily working their way through Daniel Klein's book, "Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It." This week we get personal with some discussions about soulmates, the idea of one person completing another person, the monotony of daily living, and how we are equal in value to that of an Oyster. Keep up by following us on Instagram @theopenmindedreminder or emailing us your feedback, thoughts, and questions to theopenmindedreminder@gmail.com. YOU are amazing- thank you. 2020-11-3039 minThe Open-Minded ReminderYour Fourth Reminder: What even is Philosophy? | Meaning of LifeThis week Allie and Kavitha are just about halfway through Daniel Klein's book "Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change it." Wish them luck as they attempt to understand the philosophy of...philosophy. Also included in this episode is the discussion of what actually makes friendship so great and the pros and cons of being lonely. Follow us on Instagram @theopenmindedreminder and email us feedback/questions to theopenmindedreminder@gmail.com. 2020-11-2349 minThe Open-Minded ReminderYour Third Reminder: Living Dangerously | Meaning of LifeKavitha and Allie discuss how humans are different than a toaster, what it means to truly live dangerously, and how to escape a life that feels full of trap doors. All discussions are inspired by Daniel Klein's book "Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It." Keep up with us on Instagram @theopenmindedreminder and message us at theopenmindedreminder@gmail.com. Thanks for listening! 2020-11-1643 minThe Open-Minded ReminderYour Second Reminder: Ethics & Existentialism | Meaning of LifeKavitha and Allie tackle some core philosophical ideas in this episode including but not limited to the worthiness of our lives and the existence of free will. All discussions are inspired by the book "Every Time I Find The Meaning Of Life, They Change It" by Daniel Klein. Keep up with us on Instagram @theopenmindedreminder and message us at theopenmindedreminder@gmail.com. 2020-11-0949 minThe Open-Minded ReminderYour First Reminder: Hedonism | Meaning of LifeThis week, Allie and Kavitha start their very first book- "Every Time I Find The Meaning of Life, They Change It" by Daniel Klein. This philosophical novel sparks conversations about where and how hedonism can fit in your life, the pros and cons of human desire, and our twisted relationship with suffering. Keep up with us via our Instagram @theopenmindedreminder and send us a message at theopenmindedreminder@gmail.com. Happy listening! 2020-11-0249 min