Waking Up
Synopsis
In the fall of 2014, Sam Harris staged a series of live events—in Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—to coincide with the publication of his book, Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion. In these talks, Harris discussed a range of experiences that have traditionally been considered “spiritual”—in particular the phenomenon of self-transcendence. Although such experiences tell us nothing about the origins of the cosmos, they confirm some well-established truths about the human mind: Our conventional sense of self is an illusion; positive emotions, such as compassion and serenity, are teachable skills; and the way we think can profoundly influence our lives and the lives of others.
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Waking Up Trailer (Sam Harris)
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-08-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 6, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- Waking Up
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
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What is Waking Up about?
In the fall of 2014, Sam Harris staged a series of live events—in Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco—to coincide with the publication of his book, Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion. In these talks, Harris discussed a range of experiences that have traditionally been considered “spiritual”—in particular the phenomenon of self-transcendence. Although such experiences tell us nothing about the origins of the cosmos, they confirm some well-established truths about the human mind: Our conventional sense of self is an illusion; positive emotions, such as compassion and serenity, are teachable skills; and the way we think can profoundly influence our lives and the lives of others.
Who directed Waking Up?
Waking Up was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Waking Up?
The principal cast of Waking Up includes Sam Harris.
When was Waking Up released and how long is it?
Waking Up was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 2h 12m.