Who Am I? | Exploring Worldviews, Identity & Consciousness

ENGLISH 🇬🇧 How does the way you see the world influence who you are? 🌍💭 In this episode of Saxion's *Wie ben ik?* (Who Am I?) podcast series, cultural anthropologist Marije Draaier speaks with Buddhist Lars Lanke about worldviews, identity, consciousness and the questions that shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. Through personal experiences and reflections, Lars shares how his understanding of the world has developed over time. From childhood moments of wonder and questions about happiness to a near-death experience and exploring different religious, scientific and philosophical perspectives, this conversation invites us to look beyond our own beliefs. Together, they explore how our worldviews influence the way we think, interact with others and search for meaning. And why staying curious and open to different perspectives can be just as important as finding answers. 💬 What has shaped the way you see the world? Share your thoughts in the comments! IN THIS EPISODE 🌍 Understanding worldviews and personal identity 💭 Exploring consciousness and the meaning of life 🧠 How personal experiences shape our beliefs 📚 Religion, science and different perspectives 🪷 Buddhist philosophy and self-reflection 🤝 Staying open to other ways of thinking CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Who Am I? 00:29 Childhood curiosity and the meaning of the world 02:45 Happiness and existential questions 04:20 Different beliefs and perspectives 05:30 Questions about life, death and consciousness 06:30 A personal near-death experience 08:00 Exploring scientific and religious explanations 09:20 How worldviews shape our identity 11:30 Experiencing the present moment 12:30 Buddhist perspectives and symbolism 14:30 Mindfulness and paying attention to the world 15:40 Final reflections on consciousness ⚠️ PLEASE NOTE This episode shares personal experiences, philosophical perspectives and reflections on consciousness and near-death experiences. These are presented as part of an open conversation and should not be interpreted as established scientific conclusions. 🌍 This podcast is spoken in Dutch. English subtitles can be selected in the video's subtitle settings once published. Subscribe to the E³UDRES² European University…