How can we find meaning when life seems devoid of purpose? Jamie Wheal, a renowned author, speaker, and expert on the subject of peak performance and flow states, explores the pressing question of how we can regain a sense of awe, wonder, and meaning in our lives and society in his new book Recapture the Rapture: Rethinking God, Sex, and Death in a World That’s Lost Its Mind. Drawing from his extensive research in fields such as neuroscience, psychology, and anthropology, Jamie examines the impact of societal and cultural factors on overall well-being and sense of meaning. He explores the human longing for transcendence and proposes a roadmap for individuals to reclaim a more vibrant, purpose-driven existence. Jamie also suggests that reclaiming a sense of rapture–a deep, transformative experience of wonder and connection–is crucial for our personal growth and the overall health of our society. Join Darius and Jamie in this episode as they talk about purpose, authenticity, and the importance of having real-world experiences in order to become a better human being. Jamie also gives an overview of the Flow Genome Project, how it started, and what the research and training organization offers. Topics include: Jamie’s unique upbringing as an immigrant and adapting to a new culture What inspired Jamie to start the Flow Genome Project What is the Flow Genome Project and what they offer How Jamie realized the need to make a career shift to pursue his purpose The importance of authenticity and doing what truly matters Why it matters to take action and gain real-world experience Jamie gives an overview on neuroanthropology Jamie explains what the Homegrown Humans podcast is all about And other topics… Resource mentioned: The Attention Merchants: https://www.amazon.com/Attention-Merchants-Scramble-Inside-Heads/dp/0385352018  Recapture the Rapture: https://www.amazon.com/Recapture-Rapture-Rethinking-Death-World-ebook/dp/B08DNT8B9B  Connect with Jamie: Website: https://www.flowgenomeproject.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowgenome/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Sponsors: Constant Contact - Go to ConstantContact.com and start your FREE trial today. Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit at Indeed.com/DARIUS. Mint Mobile - Cut your wireless bill to $15 a month at MINT MOBILE.com/great. Mochi Health - Visit joinmochi.com and apply code GREATNESS to get $40 off. NPR - Code Switch - Listen now to Code Switch from NPR - wherever you get your podcasts.  Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/darius. Timeline - Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/GREATNESS. Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices