Spontaneous Evolution

Book: Spontaneous Evolution Author Bruce Lipton Publisher Hay House Inc Buy from Book Depository ISBN 9781401925802 Keywords biology consciousness philosophy *edit this form here *see Help:Templates for details about how to make wiki templates

We've all heard of people who've experienced a seemingly miraculous recovery from illness, but can the same thing happen for our whole world? According to pioneering biologist Bruce H. Lipton, it's not only possible, but it is already happening. In collaboration with political philosopher Steve Bhaerman, Dr Lipton invites readers to explore a startling re-examination of evolution, the role of DNA, the relationship between mind and matter, and how our beliefs about nature shape us. As Dr Lipton and Steve Bhaerman explain, by changing our beliefs, we can trigger the spontaneous evolution of our species to create a brighter future.

The four Myth-Perceptions of the Apocalypse

The institutionalised insanity that society created by supporting the obsolete and dysfunctional beliefs defined as the Four Myth-Perceptions of the Apocalypse:

• Only Matter Matters
• Survival of the Fittest
• It's in Your Genes
• Evolution Is Random

Although each belief seemed logical at one time, new science reveals that none is true. These failed paradigms unconsciously hold in place the current dysfunctions that threaten our survival.

Scientific Materialism & Holism

Perennial Question	Scientific Materialism	Holism
How did we get here?	Random acts of chance	Via a combination of creation and adaptive evolution
Why are we here?	No other reason than to go forth and multiply	To tend the Garden and acquire awareness for humanity's evolution
Now that we're here, how do we make the most of it?	Live by the law of the jungle	Live in balance with Nature recognising that all is connected

Excerpts

We are fortunate, indeed, that the Internet, a rapid, almost instantaneous form of grassroots worldwide communication, now exists. This means that social mutations that work in one place can be rapidly disseminated across the planet. The power inherent in the shared awareness is unparalleled in human history. In light of the fact that knowledge is power, humanity is now endowed with enough power to nurture and heal our planet and our selves in a predictable way.

— p161

	While many shun technology, we see it is an inherent and fundamental element of evolution. Consider the fact that cells, in creating the human body, developed many technologies that are far more sophisticated than those yet derived from modern science.
	— p201

	We are here to use our evolved awareness to support environmental harmony.
	— p209

	Perhaps that evolutionary directive - accumulating awareness through expanding community - offers a clear direction for our currently evolving civilisation.
	— p210

	Technology is an integral element in the evolutionary process. Considering that we are following an evolutionary path similar to the one taken by our cells, we are also destined to use technology to ensure our survival.
	— p211

	For transformation to take place, a critical mass of us must divest ourselves of these obsolete beliefs and then invest out awareness and activities so as to be in harmony with the new emergent paradigm.
	— p212

Margulis contended that symbiosis, which is the assembly of individuals based on mutually beneficial relationships, is a major driving force b ehind evolution. She suggests that Darwin's notion of evolution, driven by the survival of the fittest in a continual competition among individuals and species, misses the mark. In her opinion, copoperation, interaction, and mutual dependence among life forms allowed for the global expression of life. According to Margulis, "Life did not take over the globe by combat, but by networking."

— p213