The Cosmic Game

Explorations of the Frontiers of Human Consciousness

By: Stanislav Grof

Narrated by: Michael Butler Murray

In this, his culminating work, the leading international figure in consciousness research masterfully synthesizes his vast findings, drawing not only upon psychedelic therapy and Holotropic Breathwork, but also from literature, cross-cultural studies, ancient mystical sources, and psychological data, resulting in a profound consolidation and articulation of what is now known about unordinary states of consciousness.

The Cosmic Game discusses the broadest philosophical, metaphysical, and spiritual insights gleaned in Grof's research concerning human nature and reality, addressing the most fundamental questions human beings have asked about the nature of existence since time immemorial.

Insights from research into unordinary states of consciousness portray existence as an astonishing play of the cosmic creative principle that transcends time, space, linear causality, and polarities of every kind and suggest an identity of the individual psyche in its furthest reaches with the universal creative principle and the totality of existence. This identity of the human being with the Divine is the ultimate secret that lies at the core of all great spiritual traditions.

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Everything

There is no replacement for stan! A deep dive into a fascinating world of altered consciousness full of information gold ! Every book of Stans is beyond excellent , but The Cosmic Game is his sweetest icing yet to top the cake .

Must read !!!

One of the most important books I’ve read, giving me a solid overview and understanding of universal consciousness, as well as humanity’s relationship to and intricate co-creative part within ‘the cosmic game’.

An absolute must for…

The first book I read from Grof, he read. Which I loved. I always love hearing an author’s voice. Helps me hear their passion, tone and personality. It took a bit to get used to this narrator’s voice but the content is so delicious, I quickly forgot who was reading.

For therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, doctors, anyone who care for people, this book is a great look at subjects that have been completely stripped from our culture.

For me, I am an entrepreneur and love these subjects as I have started working on mind/body/soul work.

Key highlights and new perspectives:
Evil
Reincarnation
Material Science
Breath work
And more

I had a few revolutions come out of this book.

Much respect for Grof and all the work him, his wife and team did over their lifetime. Should be regarded as a f*#king hero.

A book that deserves its title

Stan has saved some of his best for last. Do not skip this book. Life changing is not a cliche here. Just be open and ready.

Great information

This is a very informative book , a lot of very valuable information and I would recommend reading this if you are interested in learning more about the subject!