Introducing Our September Book Club Selection: “Conscious: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind” by Annaka Harris

As summer winds down and we embrace the crisp energy of fall, it’s the perfect time to delve into a book that challenges our intellect and stimulates profound conversations. Our September book selection is Conscious: A Brief Guide to the Fundamental Mystery of the Mind by Annaka Harris.

Why This Book?

Every day, we are bombarded with our tech and endless subject lines coming at us about AI, AI, AI. (Including those articles, podcast interviews, and events coming from ME!)

We read about this with Stolen Focus by Johann Hari earlier this year, right?

But all this talk about Artificial Intelligence got me thinking about our human-ness and consciousness. If our concept of reality is being tested by our technological advancements, why don’t we explore that a little deeper?

Conscious, by Annaka Harris, is going to help us do that in September.

How Can a Better Understanding of Consciousness Influence Leadership and Decision-Making?

As associations increasingly incorporate technology and potentially AI-based solutions into operations, understanding the philosophical and ethical ideas around consciousness becomes more interesting. This book can serve as a primer to consider the moral dimensions of technology use within our organizations.

Imagine waking up every day and never questioning the phenomenon that allows you to experience the world around you—your consciousness. It’s the essence of your being, but how much do you really understand about it?

This book promises to be an intriguing journey into the heart of consciousness, exploring questions that have puzzled philosophers, scientists, and thinkers for centuries. Annaka Harris doesn’t just offer textbook definitions; she invites us to question our deepest intuitions and challenge our fundamental understanding of reality.

What Awaits You?

• 8 Chapters: From the intriguing nature of ‘intuitions and illusions’ to the controversial topic of ‘panpsychism,’ each chapter is a voyage into different facets of consciousness.
• Expert Interviews: I’ll be hosting exclusive interviews with professionals in the field of cognitive science to bring you diversified perspectives on the subject.
• Interactive Book Club Discussion: Our virtual meet-up will serve as a sanctuary for sharing your reflections, questions, and interpretations of the book.
• Supplementary Content: Look out for weekly blog posts here on Association Chat.com throughout September that will break down the complex theories into digestible insights, enriching your reading experience.

Save The Date 📅

Our culminating discussion will be on September 28, 2023, from 12-1 pm ET. Mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss this engaging conversation!

Grab your copy, digital or physical, and prepare for a month of enlightening discussions and transformative learning. Let’s unravel the mystery of consciousness together!

Embark on an intriguing journey with this book. Read along with us in September! The Association Chat Book Club discussion and some of the supplementary content is available for Patreon patrons who are part of the Club. To join and support Association Chat as a paid member, please visit: https://www.patreon.com/associationchat.

Can’t wait to explore the corridors of the mind with all of you!

All the Best!

KiKi