On Sunday 7 September 2025, the publications department of the New Acropolis Centre in Mumbai hosted an evening of reflection and dialogue about passages from a deeply practical philosophical work called, “The Spheres of Consciousness: Self, Others and the World,” by Carlos Adelantado, International Director of New Acropolis.
Small mixed groups comprising members and participants from the public discussed passages from the book over tea, and addressed philosophical questions such as:
“What do we mean by consciousness? Can we live it beyond intellect? What might it mean to expand consciousness meaningfully?“
The event emphasized the idea that true consciousness requires stepping beyond the boundaries of the ego, to strive for a more holistic understanding of Life that consists of human relationships, as well as the vital role of the human being’s relationship with the World.
On 20 September 2025 Pune Branch hosted a reflective Book Reading session centered on the book “Spheres of Consciousness – Self, Others, and the World” by Carlos Adelantado, International Director of New Acropolis. The session was moderated by Shraddha Shetty, Branch Manager of New Acropolis Pune,
Through selected excerpts from the book, she guided Participants on a self reflective journey exploring how consciousness is not a static quality but an active and continuous process requiring effort and awareness.
“Consciousness must be cultivated actively,” she shared, emphasizing the importance of becoming aware of our own thoughts, emotions, and actions
The session also focused on developing discernment between right and wrong and expanding one’s inner awareness. At an external level She also highlighted the importance of reverence for others “To be conscious is to see others first,” she remarked.
She suggested that by practicing these ideas in daily life, we can grow in awareness. The session concluded with an engaging Q&A about practical Philosophy in everyday life.
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