Nihilism may be a consequence of the neo-advaita by Tony Parsons and Jim Newman. These points of view, very radical, and sometimes efficient, pushing to the non-separative shift, may conduct to mind destabilization, with very bad feelings : "This is Nothing appearing as something for no-one!" may lead to depression instead of "unconditionnal love"... But in fact, this is not the case, nihilism does believe in things one sees, "this is real", neo-adavita doesn't. In fact, there is no external nor internal, so where is nihilism based upon?

Jordan Bates explores this nihilism and give us an original point of view : https://youtu.be/lObEb_M1jGM?si=Fz_YkNOuVPpzttk9

Federico Faggin : quantum information panpsychism explanation. Once he realised the wholeness of this world, as a phycisist he understood the way Consciousness interacts with so-called mater. In fact, mater, particles are states of the quantum conscious field which sustains everything.

https://youtu.be/0FUFewGHLLg?si=zdYcYA4eDNps9Op1

Dr Vandana Shiva about Quantum Physics and NonDuality 

https://youtu.be/b4t8Xt_QqGE?si=FWksDd0mXrl-unV6

Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction by Dr. Àlex Gómez-Marín
2:15 – Vandana Shiva: Welcome and reflections on consciousness
6:45 – Shifting from mechanistic science to quantum thinking
12:30 – Entanglement and the illusion of separateness
18:50 – Non-duality: Lessons from the Vedas and Upanishads
24:35 – Consciousness beyond the brain: Insights from quantum pioneers
30:00 – The ecological implications of quantum thinking
36:40 – Biodiversity, seeds, and ecological democracy
43:50 – Addressing the mind-body connection in consciousness studies
49:15 – How quantum theory influences sustainable agriculture
54:30 – Final reflections: From mechanistic science to ecological participation

Can quantum physics help us rethink the nature of consciousness? In this inspiring keynote from A Symposium on Consciousness, Dr. Vandana Shiva—a renowned physicist, author, and environmental activist—explores the profound connections between quantum mechanics, consciousness, and ecological democracy. Introduced by Dr. Àlex Gómez-Marín of the Pari Center, Shiva explains how entanglement and non-duality offer transformative insights for science, philosophy, and environmental activism, moving beyond the limits of mechanistic science.

Shiva draws from the wisdom of quantum pioneers like Max Planck, Erwin Schrödinger, and David Bohm, whose work shows that consciousness is not confined to the brain but instead serves as the foundation of reality itself. Reflecting on ancient teachings from the Vedas and Upanishads, Shiva challenges the illusion of separateness that dominates modern thought and highlights the importance of seeing biodiversity and ecological systems as interconnected living networks. Her ideas bridge quantum physics with practical solutions for seed sovereignty, sustainable agriculture, and ecological participation.

The talk reflects Shiva’s lifelong commitment to social justice and environmental activism. Drawing on her work with the Navdanya movement, she discusses the mind-body connection, the role of consciousness in quantum theory, and the urgent need to overcome ecological apartheid. This keynote invites viewers to explore how consciousness can inspire a future rooted in biodiversity, sustainability, and ecological harmony.

Who is Dr. Vandana Shiva:

Vandana Shiva, a world-renowned environmental thinker, activist, feminist, philosopher of science, writer and science policy advocate, is the founder of Navdanya Research Foundation for Science, Technology and Ecology (India) and President of Navdanya International. Trained as a Physicist at the University of Punjab, she completed her Ph.D. on the ‘Hidden Variables and Non-locality in Quantum Theory’ from the University of Western Ontario, Canada. She later shifted to inter-disciplinary research in science, technology and environmental policy, which she carried out at the Indian Institute of Science and the Indian Institute of Management in Bangalore, India. In 1982 she founded the Research Foundation for Science, Technology and Ecology (RFSTE), an independent research institute that addresses the most significant problems of ecology of our times, and two years later, Navdanya (‘nine seeds’) the movement in defense of biodiversity and small farmers. In 2011 she founded Navdanya International in Italy and is Chairman of the International Commission on the Future of Food and Agriculture, co-founded with the then President of the Region of Tuscany. Recipient of many awards, including in 1993 the Right Livelihood Award, also known as the ‘Alternative Nobel Prize’, and named among the top five “Most Important People in Asia” by AsiaWeek in 2001. She's is a prolific writer and author of numerous books and serves on the board of the International Forum on Globalization, and member of the executive committee of the World Future Council.

Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction by Dr. Àlex Gómez-Marín
2:15 – Vandana Shiva: Welcome and reflections on consciousness
6:45 – Shifting from mechanistic science to quantum thinking
12:30 – Entanglement and the illusion of separateness
18:50 – Non-duality: Lessons from the Vedas and Upanishads
24:35 – Consciousness beyond the brain: Insights from quantum pioneers
30:00 – The ecological implications of quantum thinking
36:40 – Biodiversity, seeds, and ecological democracy
43:50 – Addressing the mind-body connection in consciousness studies
49:15 – How quantum theory influences sustainable agriculture
54:30 – Final reflections: From mechanistic science to ecological participation

Poetry and Nonduality

Poetry has long served as a bridge between the tangible world and the ineffable truths of existence. At its core, poetry seeks to transcend the limitations of language and thought, making it a natural companion to the philosophy of nonduality, which points beyond dualistic concepts of self and other, subject and object.

Through evocative imagery, rhythmic cadence, and profound simplicity, poets across cultures and eras have explored the essence of nonduality, inviting readers into a space of unity, presence, and direct experience.
Nonduality in the Works of Poets

Eastern Poets and Mystics

Rumi: The Persian Sufi mystic Rumi frequently dissolved boundaries in his verses. His poetry celebrates the oneness of existence, such as in The Guest House, where he reminds readers that every experience, joyful or painful, is an expression of the same indivisible reality.
"Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing, there is a field. I’ll meet you there."

Ryōkan: This Zen monk-poet from Japan used nature as a metaphor for the non-separation of self and universe. His haikus often reflect an immediate and spontaneous awareness of reality:
"The thief left it behind: the moon at my window."

Kabir: This Indian mystic poet blended Sufi and Hindu traditions to express nonduality in a simple yet profound manner:
"The river that flows in you also flows in me."

Western Poets

Walt Whitman: In Leaves of Grass, Whitman’s expansive vision of the self dissolves boundaries, encompassing all beings and the universe itself:
"I am large, I contain multitudes."

Emily Dickinson: Though her style may seem introspective, Dickinson often gestured toward the infinite and the indivisible in lines such as:
"Forever – is composed of Nows."

T.S. Eliot: In Four Quartets, Eliot explores time, eternity, and the still point where all dualities converge:
"At the still point of the turning world ... there the dance is."

Contemporary Voices

Modern poets like Mary Oliver and David Whyte bring nondual awareness to themes of nature, presence, and interconnectedness. Oliver’s Wild Geese is a particularly poignant invitation to recognize one’s place within the whole:
“You do not have to be good. You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves.”

Themes of Nonduality in Poetry

Unity with Nature

Many poets find in nature an endless metaphor for nonduality. The interconnectedness of ecosystems, the rhythm of the seasons, and the silent presence of the stars all mirror the unity of being. Poets like Ryōkan and Mary Oliver remind us that observing a falling leaf or a flowing river can reveal profound truths about our own inseparability from existence.
Silence and the Ineffable

Nonduality often points beyond words, and poets skillfully use silence, ambiguity, and suggestion to evoke what cannot be said directly. Haikus, with their minimalistic style, are a quintessential example of this.

Transcendence of Ego

Nonduality dissolves the boundary between “I” and “you.” This transcendence is a recurring theme in mystical poetry, where the individual ego gives way to a universal perspective, as seen in Rumi’s ecstatic declarations of union with the divine.
Creating Your Own Nondual Poetry

For those inspired to write, nondual poetry arises from direct experience rather than intellectual abstraction. Here are a few tips:

Observe the present moment fully, without judgment.
Allow nature or simple objects to be your muse.
Embrace simplicity—what can be left unsaid?
Let go of “I” and “you,” allowing the poetry to arise from a sense of unity.

Conclusion

Poetry and nonduality share a common goal: to reveal the limitless nature of reality. Whether through the mystical verses of Rumi or the meditative simplicity of haikus, poetry continues to inspire and awaken, offering readers a glimpse into the timeless truth of nonduality.

Explore the works of these poets and others, and let their words guide you into the silent, boundless expanse of your own being.