Buddha at the Gas Pump

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469. Jean Houston Sep 03, 2018

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Dr. Jean Houston, Ph.D., is a scholar, philosopher, educator and a recognized pioneer of the Human Potential Movement. Widely recognized as a visionary leader and multi-cultural expert, Houston is the author of over 30 books exploring human possibilities and positive action in the world. Houston served as an advisor in human and cultural development for UNICEF, and to national and international heads of state. Houston has devoted her life to developing processes to activate the latent abilities in individuals, groups, organizations, and societies. Over the last 60 years, Dr. Houston has worked in over 109 countries as an international speaker and teacher. Dr. Houston is the Chancellor of Meridian University and a dedicated champion of the human spirit. Website: jeanhouston.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. I asked Jean which of her 30 books she would recommend for those wishing to learn more and she recommended: A Mythic Life: Learning to Live our Greater Story (her autobiography), and The Possible Human : A Course in Enhancing Your Physical, Mental, and Creative Abilities More of Jean's books: The Wizard of Us: Transformational Lessons from Oz The Search for the Beloved: Journeys in Mythology and Sacred Psychology The Hero and the Goddess: The Odyssey as Pathway to Personal Transformation Manual for the Peacemaker: An Iroquois Legend to Heal Self and Society A Passion for the Possible: A Guide to Realizing Your True Potential Quantum Revelation: A Radical Synthesis of Science and Spirituality The Passion of Isis and Osiris: A Gateway to Transcendent Love Godseed: The Journey of Christ Jump Time: Shaping Your Future in a World of Radical Change What is Consciousness?: Three Sages Look Behind the Veil (A New Paradigm Book) Mystical Dogs: Animals as Guides to Our Inner Life Life Force: The Psycho-Historical Recovery of the Self (Quest Book) Mind Games: The Guide to Inner Space (A Delta Book) Drawing on the Dream: Finding My Way by Art The Varieties of Psychedelic Experience: The First Comprehensive Guide to the Effects of LSD on Human Personality Transcript of this interview Interview recorded September 1, 2018 Youtube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:04:24 - Interesting Encounters with Influential People 00:08:39 - Questions for Sister Teresa 00:12:17 - Unity of All Being 00:16:42 - The Origin of the Who's on First Joke 00:20:42 - Tapping into the Depths of the Human Psyche 00:25:22 - The Emergence of the Next Stages and the Heroine's Journey 00:30:35 - Shifting schools and embracing art in education 00:35:29 - Communing with the Imaginal Realm 00:39:43 - Cooking Up the Human Potential 00:43:56 - The Rise of Women and the New Creation 00:47:47 - Rising Energy of Women 00:52:12 - Women Scientists and a New Order of Possibilities 00:55:54 - The Call to Create a Better World 01:00:18 - Cooking up new possibilities 01:04:37 - Finding Passion and Inspiration 01:08:53 - The power of collective action for change 01:12:57 - The Rise of Women and Changing Stories 01:17:38 - The Mythic Form of Science Fiction 01:22:21 - The Untold Story of Real Change 01:26:57 - Learning from Other Cultures 01:31:45 - Cultivating a sense of astonishment and the power of fairy tales 01:35:49 - The Power of Imagination 01:39:47 - Helen Keller and the Power of Braille 01:43:20 - Introducing Our Dogs Lola and Theo 01:46:49 - The Great Waking Up 01:50:55 - The Joy and Darkness of Spiritual Awakening 01:55:52 - The Dream of the Blue Devil 01:59:29 - Wisdom Figures in Different Cultures 02:03:01 - A Conversation with Jean Houston 02:07:00 - Links to Additional Resources

466. Karlene Stange, DVM Aug 13, 2018

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As a child, Karlene Stange, DVM wanted to be an "animal doctor" before she knew the word "veterinarian". Her spiritual journey began as she drove her pickup loaded with medical supplies to attend to animals throughout southwestern Colorado. As an ambulatory veterinarian, she experienced the sorrows and joys of working with creatures great and small. Her quest to understand the spiritual nature of animals inspired a deep exploration into the world's religious, scientific and spiritual teachings about the nonphysical aspect of animals. Today she incorporates acupuncture, traditional Chinese herbal medicine, and nutritional therapy into her Rocky Mountain practice. She often speaks at conferences and lives in Durango, Colorado. Book: The Spiritual Nature of Animals: A Country Vet Explores the Wisdom, Compassion, and Souls of Animals Website: animasanimals.com Websites mentioned in the interview: Chi University International Veterinary Acupuncture Society Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Transcript of this interview. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to "The Spiritual Nature of Animals" 00:04:17 - Defining the Spiritual Nature 00:08:41 - The Separation of Spirit and Body 00:12:51 - The Nature of Reality and the Quest for Truth 00:16:31 - The Consciousness of Animals 00:20:56 - The Purpose of Life and the Transformation of Suffering 00:25:01 - Duality on Different Planets 00:29:10 - Animal Consciousness and Instincts 00:32:54 - Animals and Reincarnation 00:37:03 - Exploring Animal Consciousness 00:41:27 - The Emotional Impact of Divorce on Pets 00:45:27 - Spirits and the White Owl 00:49:59 - The Reflection of Animals 00:54:18 - The Ethics of Killing and Consciousness 00:58:52 - The Karma of Euthanasia 01:03:08 - Conflicting Views on Animal Death 01:06:48 - The Spiritual Nature of Animals 01:10:57 - The Power of Spiritual Guidance 01:14:55 - Animal Emotions and the Effects of Hormones 01:18:31 - Challenges in Meat Production and Disease Prevention 01:22:25 - The Joy of Connecting with Animals 01:26:01 - The Cruelty of Factory Farming and the Challenges of Humane Slaughter 01:30:23 - The Ethics of Lab-Grown Meat and Animal Sacrifice 01:34:12 - The Importance of Kindness and Praying for Animals 01:38:29 - Finding comfort in animal communication 01:42:33 - Animal Communication through Pulse Diagnosis 01:46:50 - Understanding Separation Anxiety in Animals 01:50:49 - Treating Animals with Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine 01:54:49 - Treating Challenging Cases with Chinese Medicine 01:58:28 - Cats and Birds: Nature and Karma 02:02:24 - Supporting Local Producers in Stopping Factory Farms

455. Jason Shulman May 21, 2018

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Jason Shulman is an American spiritual teacher whose original work springs from his Judaic and Buddhist background. He is the founder of A Society of Souls: The School for Nondual Healing and Awakening, based in the United States and the Netherlands. There he teaches the distinctive body of nondual work he has developed to awaken the human spirit: Nondual Healing, Impersonal Movement and the Work of Return. Jason’s main concern has been to develop paths of healing the mind, body and spirit based on his own understanding of the difficulties inherent in the human condition. Through his studies and practice, Jason has developed a unique perspective on human consciousness and the nature of existence. His works seeks to translate this perspective into a replicable and clearly delineated path for other seekers of truth to follow. He has been especially interested in applying personal spiritual work into methods of transforming society at large. To that end, he has created the MAGI Process, a nondual method of working with conflicts between people, institutions and governments. He is the author of numerous monographs and books and several albums of his work as a singer and songwriter. More about his work can be found at societyofsouls.com. Books: The Instruction Manual for Receiving God The Kabbalah Monographs The MAGI Process: A Nondual Method for Personal Awakening and the Resolution of Conflict Ecstatic Speech: Expressions of True Nonduality Kabbalistic Healing: A Path to an Awakened Soul Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Transcript of this interview Interview recorded May 19, 2018. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:03:47 - The Resolution of Non-duality 00:07:40 - Healing the Ego vs Transcending 00:11:49 - The Difficulty of Being an Individual in the Totality of Being 00:16:58 - Effort in Spiritual Development 00:21:06 - Welcoming Challenges and Being a Total Human Being 00:24:58 - The Ethics of Enlightenment 00:28:31 - The Four Universes and Non-Dual Shamanism 00:32:41 - The Ultimate Reality and Non-Duality 00:37:16 - The Aliveness of Everything 00:40:51 - Appreciating Divine Intelligence in Buddhism 00:44:39 - The Myth of Enlightenment and Freedom from Suffering 00:49:48 - The Work of Return and the Ego's Resistance to Change 00:53:44 - Secondary Suffering and the Fear of Death 00:58:21 - Doubts and Verification in Spiritual Practices 01:02:04 - The Intrigue of Extraterrestrial Life and Kabbalistic Healing 01:05:05 - A Teenage Adventure in Midtown Manhattan 01:07:25 - From Health Crisis to Teacher 01:09:59 - Awakening and Understanding 01:13:06 - The Limitations of Perception 01:16:34 - Developing Perception in Non-Dual Shamanism 01:21:36 - Loss and Spiritual Materialism 01:25:40 - Different Perspectives on God 01:28:58 - The Nature of the Universal God 01:32:33 - Mutual Co-arising and the Magi Process 01:38:01 - The Role of Spirituality in Solving Global Problems 01:43:32 - The Point of Phase Transition: Water to Steam 01:47:09 - The Purpose of Spiritual Search 01:50:46 - The Importance of Spiritual Education 01:53:47 - Working with David Shapiro 01:57:11 - The Nondual Shaman and Awakening the Self

454. Caverly Morgan May 15, 2018

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Caverly Morgan is a meditation teacher, nonprofit leader, and visionary. She is the Founder and Guiding Teacher of Presence Collective, dedicated to igniting personal transformation and collective awakening. She is also the Founder and Guiding Teacher of Peace in Schools — a nonprofit which created the nation's first for-credit mindfulness class in public high schools. Peace in Schools is pioneering new depths in mindfulness education through teaching youth as well as training educators. Caverly blends the original spirit of Zen with a modern nondual approach. Her practice began in 1995 and has included eight years of training in a silent Zen monastery. She has been teaching contemplative practice since 2001. Prior to her pioneering efforts with Peace in Schools, Caverly formerly worked for nonprofits serving people with special needs. An artist and educator, she brings insight, passion, warmth, and humor to her transformative work with students of all ages and experience levels. Caverly leads meditation retreats, workshops, and online classes internationally. She has been a visiting teacher at Open Circle, the Science and Nonduality Conference, Insight Meditation of Seattle and Charlottesville, Against the Stream in San Francisco, MNDFL, and the New York Zen Center of Contemplative Care. Caverly also speaks publicly at conferences on topics including contemplative practice, social entrepreneurship, authentic leadership, and mindfulness education, and has been featured in publications such as Mindful Magazine and The New York Times. She is dedicated to actualizing possibility, serving love, and embodying the truth of interconnection. Website: caverlymorgan.org Facebook Instagram Caverly's presentation at the Science and Nonduality Conference Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Transcript of this interview Caverly in panel discussions on ethics and spiritual teaching. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:03:44 - A Conversation about Consciousness 00:06:51 - Discovering Zen Monastery Life 00:10:19 - Discovering the Path of Meditation 00:13:53 - An Identity Crisis at the Monastery 00:17:50 - Being with Your Experience 00:21:34 - Cultivating a Mentality of Spiritual Seeking 00:26:05 - The Journey to Enlightenment 00:30:25 - The Middle Way on the Spiritual Path 00:34:25 - Compassionate Concessions and Meeting Others Where They Are 00:38:51 - The Reconciliation of the Absolute and the Relative 00:43:27 - Seeking Enlightenment and Addressing Perceptions of Separation 00:47:13 - The Nature of Humor in Spiritual Practice 00:51:25 - The Contrast of Perceiving the World as Ramana Maharshi 00:55:55 - Recognizing Negative Self-Talk 01:00:06 - Moving towards greater happiness 01:03:51 - The Danger of Blending Morality and Practice 01:07:52 - Energetic Effects of Spiritual Practice and Neuroplasticity 01:11:20 - The Importance of Discernment and Truth 01:15:48 - Ongoing refinement in the journey of self-discovery in Zen monastic lineage and Amma's influence 01:20:09 - Transformation in Teens 01:24:13 - Transformation and Connection in the Classroom 01:28:26 - Building a Supportive Community for Teenagers 01:32:18 - The Demand for the Program's Expansion in Portland 01:36:08 - Flourishing and the Tools for Growth 01:40:13 - The Disappointment of Enlightenment 01:44:12 - Lack of attunement and suffering 01:48:33 - The Power of Collective Conditioning 01:52:32 - Shifting Consciousness and Collective Transformation 01:56:54 - The Marriage of Activism and Spirituality 02:01:00 - Availability of Teachings for All

453. Lama Tsültrim Allione May 09, 2018

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Lama Tsültrim Allione is an author, internationally known Buddhist teacher, and the founder and resident lama of Tara Mandala Retreat Center. She is the author of Women of Wisdom, national bestseller Feeding Your Demons: Ancient Wisdom for Resolving Inner Conflict, which is now translated into seventeen languages, and Wisdom Rising: Journey into the Mandala of the Empowered Feminine. Born in New England to an academic and publishing family, Lama Tsultrim traveled to India in her late teens and in 1970, at the age of twenty-two, was ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun by H. H. the Sixteenth Karmapa. After four years living as a nun in the Himalayan region, she returned her monastic vows, married, and raised a family of three children. She has a Master's degree in Buddhist Studies/Women's Studies from Antioch University. Her writings and teachings come from her sublime Tibetan lamas as well as her experience as a Western woman and mother. She is known for her ability to translate the wisdom of the ancient Tibetan Buddhist tradition into clear teachings that are relatable and relevant to Western audiences. Lama Tsultrim continues to guide Tara Mandala, as the resident lama, as well as thousands of students around the world. She was named Buddhist Woman of the Year in 2009 in Bangkok, Thailand. For more information on Lama Tsultrim Allione watch a documentary on her life, Feeding Your Demons, and visit the Tara Mandala website. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Transcript of this interview Interview recorded May 8, 2018. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:02:58 - The Beginning of My Journey in India 00:06:36 - Discovering Joy in Dharamsala 00:10:08 - The Black Hat Ceremony and Buddhist Legends 00:13:26 - Witnessing a Lama's Miraculous Handprint 00:16:26 - The Rock Experiment and the Power of Faith 00:19:41 - The Dharma and Buddhist philosophy 00:22:32 - Meeting the Karmapa and Finding My Guru 00:26:04 - Ordained by His Holiness in Bhutan 00:29:36 - Physical Benefits of Prostrations 00:32:40 - The Decision to Leave Monasticism 00:36:12 - Dedication of Merit to Benefit All Beings 00:39:50 - Finding Compassion through Personal Loss 00:43:12 - Inequity between Men and Women in Buddhism 00:46:27 - Women and Nature in Religion 00:49:53 - The Reciprocal Relationship Between Nature and Human Beings 00:53:15 - The Divine Feminine and Immanent Presence in Creation 00:56:00 - The Radiance of the Phenomenal World 00:59:34 - The Divine's Discipline and Natural Disasters 01:03:32 - The Archetype of the Fierce Feminine 01:06:53 - The power of the mandala practice in transforming the mind 01:10:09 - Testimonials: Activism and Healing 01:13:19 - Ontological existence of the Daikinis 01:16:09 - Experiential Investigation and Integration with the Elements 01:19:22 - Empowerment through Dakini Mandala Practice 01:22:18 - Making Progress in the Good 01:25:11 - Holding Absolute and Relative Truths 01:28:03 - Recognition by Lamas in Tibet 01:31:29 - Working for Her 01:34:13 - Building on Past Life Development 01:37:11 - batgap.com and Links to Your Website

447. Lama Tsomo Mar 27, 2018

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Lama Tsomo is an American lama, author, and co-founder of the Namchak Foundation. She followed a path of spiritual inquiry and study that ultimately led to her ordination as one of the few American lamas in Tibetan Buddhism. Lama Tsomo learned Tibetan to study with her teacher Tulku Sangak Rinpoche, and now shares the teachings of the Namchak lineage in the US and abroad. Lama Tsomo holds an M.A. in Counseling Psychology and is the author of the award winning Why Is the Dalai Lama Always Smiling? An Introduction and Guide to Tibetan Buddhist Practice. She is passionate about reaching young people and supporting those working for positive social change. Website: namchak.org Books: Ancient Wisdom for Our Times Tibetan Buddhist Practice Why Is the Dalai Lama Always Smiling?: A Westerner's Introduction and Guide to Tibetan Buddhist Practice The Lotus & the Rose: A Conversation Between Tibetan Buddhism & Mystical Christianity Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Transcript and summary of this interview Interview recorded March 25, 2018 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:03:53 - Becoming a Lama and the Responsibilities 00:08:24 - A Journey in Spiritual Exploration 00:13:06 - The Insubstantiality of Matter 00:17:29 - Conversations on Reincarnation and Mindstream 00:22:00 - The Three Bodies in Tibetan Buddhist Practice 00:26:37 - Parallels in Different Traditions and the Holographic Quality of the Universe 00:31:18 - Joining with the Whole Ocean 00:36:23 - The difference between anger and acting violently 00:40:14 - The Five Afflictive Emotions and Enlightenment 00:44:47 - Total Awareness Beyond the Nervous System 00:49:38 - The Subtle Body and Enlightenment in Buddhism 00:54:01 - The Antidote to the Three Poisons 00:59:03 - Different Branches of Buddhism 01:02:55 - Finding What Works and the Power of Sangha 01:07:29 - The Power of Connection and Community 01:11:21 - Starting Learning Circles and Traveling for Teachings 01:15:11 - The Importance of Live Instruction in Meditation 01:19:30 - Visualization and Familiarity 01:23:44 - The Mud Pit and Cleaning the Windshield 01:27:12 - The Importance of Guru Yoga 01:31:35 - The Purpose of Birth and Evolution 01:35:40 - Major Shifts in Spiritual Development 01:40:29 - Mother Nature's Wrath 01:43:58 - Exploring Self-Realization and the Use of Drugs 01:47:38 - Gamma Waves and Enlightenment 01:52:11 - Enlightenment and the Afterlife 01:56:12 - The complexity of the universe's intelligence 02:00:25 - The Two Truths in Buddhism 02:04:50 - Accessible Meditations and Additional Resources 02:08:43 - Conclusion and Farewell

425. Tim Freke, 3rd Interview Nov 13, 2017

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T!M FREKE is a pioneering philosopher, Gnostic scholar and spiritual guide who speaks and runs ‘Deep Awakening’ retreats internationally. He is the author of 35 books, translated into more than 15 languages, including The Jesus Mysteries on Gnostic Christianity, which was a top 10 bestseller in the USA and UK, and 'Book of the Year' in the UK Daily Telegraph. Over the last 15 years, Tim has been articulating a revolutionary approach to spiritual awakening, which is life-affirming, heart-opening and intellectually robust. In his recent book Deep Awake, he suggests that to wake up to oneness we need to embrace, rather than deny, our individuality, because ‘the ego is the hero not the villain of the spiritual adventure’. In his latest book Soul Story, Tim offers an inspiring new vision of the nature of reality and the deep purpose of existence. He suggests we need a radical shift in our understanding of both science and spirituality, so we can bring these different perspectives together. Tim’s new worldview, which he calls ‘Emergent Spirituality’, does this by combining an innovative perspective on the theory of evolution with a fresh understanding of esoteric ideas such as the immortality of the soul. Tim has been exploring spirituality since a spontaneous awakening when he was 12 years old and now guides others directly to the 'deep awake' state. He has been pioneering soul-to-soul partner meditations such as ‘gazing’ for more than fifteen years, as a powerful practice to transform consciousness. Tim is a passionate and playful communicator with a contagious enthusiasm for life, who has often been featured in the global media, such as the BBC and the History Channel. He lives with his family in Glastonbury, England. Website: timfreke.com The most recent of Tim's many books: Soul Story: Evolution and the Purpose of Life Deep Awake: Wake Up To Oneness and Celebrate Your Individuality Lucid Living: Experience Your Life Like a Lucid Dream Interview recorded October 20, 2017 at the Science and Nonduality Conference. 1st Batgap interview with Tim 2nd BatGap interview with Tim Tim Freke with Lisa Cairns Discussion of this interview in the Batgap Community Facebook Group. Transcript of this interview YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Buddha at the Gas Pump and the Science and Non-Duality Conference 00:04:06 - The Importance of the New Book 00:07:39 - The Debate Between Subject and Object 00:10:43 - The Moon and Perception 00:13:36 - Bringing Values and Stories Together 00:17:25 - The Emergence of Consciousness 00:20:29 - The Nature of Time 00:24:03 - The Nature of Time and Emergence 00:27:03 - The Emergence of Deeper Potentialities 00:30:21 - The Evolution of Soul and Consciousness 00:33:57 - The Emergence of Consciousness and Soul 00:37:04 - The Evolving Experience of Death 00:40:15 - Exploring the Mystery of Meaning and Immortality 00:44:09 - The Paradox of the Soul's Evolution 00:46:25 - Evolution and the Problem of God 00:49:34 - The Problem of Evil and Absurdity 00:52:54 - Realizing and Experiencing Potentiality 00:56:22 - Levels of Evolution and Awakening 00:59:40 - The Emergence of Love 01:02:35 - The Evolution of Human Culture 01:05:38 - The Evolution of Social Issues 01:08:34 - Engaging with the Evolutionary Process 01:12:06 - Moving Towards the Greater Good 01:15:14 - The Integration of Science and Spirituality 01:18:12 - The Realm of Imagination and Deep Understanding 01:21:31 - The Emergent View: Physics as the First Level 01:24:14 - Complexity of the Psyche and its Emergence 01:27:08 - Individuation and Soul Formation 01:30:23 - Spirituality as a Significance Process 01:33:35 - Different Perspectives and Inclusiveness 01:36:43 - Spiritual Maturity and Ambiguity Save Save

422. John Lockley Oct 17, 2017

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John Lockley is a traditionally trained African Shaman known as a Sangoma from Nelson Mandela's tribe, the Xhosa nation. He also has a background in Zen Buddhism and was a student of the late Zen Master Su Bong from South Korea. He holds an honors degree in Clinical Psychology and specialized in health psychology with an interest in trauma and how people recover from life-threatening illnesses like cancer. For the last 10 years, he has been running 'Ubuntu' (humanity) retreats worldwide helping people to reconnect to their essential humanity; their bones (ancestors), dreams, and ultimately, life purpose. His mission in the Western world could be summed up in the Xhosa word 'Masiyembo' - involving a profound remembering of the human spirit. As John says, "when people can remember their dreams and connect to their life purpose, then their true vocation surfaces; namely being in service and acting as guardians to our planet". Book: Leopard Warrior: A Journey into the African Teachings of Ancestry, Instinct, and Dreams Audio: The Way of the Leopard: Meditations and Shamanic Practices from the Heart of Africa Discussion of this interview in the Batgap Community Facebook Group. Transcript of this interview Interview recorded October 15, 2017. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:06:00 - A Calling to Africa and the Birth of a Prosa Sangoma 00:10:07 - Joining the Medical Corps in the Army 00:14:31 - Witnessing Death on the Neurology Ward 00:18:33 - Becoming a Sangha and the Powerful Dream 00:22:53 - Connecting with the Soul of Life through Dreams 00:26:54 - Soulful Conscious Dreams and Connecting with Our Dreams 00:30:57 - The Depth of Twaza Illness 00:34:51 - Becoming an African Monk in South Africa 00:38:55 - Acceptance into the Xhosa Tradition 00:43:04 - The Action of Helping the Community 00:47:16 - The Importance of Honoring Ancestors 00:51:30 - Honoring the Consciousness of Ancestors 00:55:34 - The Power of Sacred Plants 00:59:35 - Searching for the Sacred Plant 01:03:57 - The Power of Divination 01:08:09 - The Sacredness of Divination and Family Healing 01:12:19 - Protecting Yourself in Dreams with Spiritual Practice 01:16:35 - Connecting with the Great Spirit 01:21:01 - Sangama Training and African Chanting Monks 01:25:02 - Sangomas and Community 01:29:19 - Ubuntu and Healing One Another 01:33:40 - Opening the Heart and Embracing Vulnerability 01:37:53 - The Role of Emotions 01:41:46 - Chaos and Transformation 01:45:49 - Kundalini and Transformation 01:50:13 - Saint Francis and Transformation through Illness 01:54:00 - Compassion under the Tree 01:58:17 - The Path to Becoming a Sangama in South Africa 02:02:17 - How to Avail My Offerings 02:06:20 - Updates and upcoming interviews Save

399. Mike Jenkins May 11, 2017

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Mike Jenkins trained as an actor and has worked in theatres in London and around the UK. He later worked as a performing arts teacher and customer services trainer and now creates and manages websites to help people connect with their audience. He has written two stage plays, a growing collection of poetry, and has always been drawn to expressing his own perception and perspectives and exploring those of others, through the creative arts. Mike loves to talk, sing, walk, read, write, cook, eat, sleep, and to help others feel and know the deep joy, grace, and peace at the centre of all life. After many years of mental and emotional distress in his 20's and a diagnosis of cancer at the age of 29, Mike began an intense spiritual search that led him to teachings on nonduality that sparked a series of awakenings and set him on a journey to integrate those shifts into everyday life. Website: heartofpresence.co.uk Books: The Nonduality Diary: A journal of awakening happening The Escape Artist's Handbook: Re-discovering the simple joy of being Transcript of this interview Interview recorded 5/6/2017 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:04:59 - Series of Awakenings 00:09:19 - Awakening and Dissolving of Concepts 00:13:54 - The Intense Longing 00:18:24 - Making Peace with Death 00:22:55 - The Freedom of Letting Go 00:26:54 - The Toll on Mental Health and the Path to Spirituality 00:30:37 - The Horrific Record of Organized Religion and the Catholic Church 00:34:29 - Sexuality and Understanding 00:38:07 - Dealing with personal issues through awakening 00:41:46 - Stereotypes and Misconceptions about Sexuality and Spirituality 00:45:29 - Stereotypes and Misconceptions about Being Gay in Society 00:49:01 - Redefining Gender Identity 00:52:46 - The Power of Imagination and Meeting Others in Absolute Reality 00:56:43 - Freedom from Labels in Identity 01:00:20 - Living a Life of Peace and Joy 01:04:07 - Experiencing the Essence 01:07:50 - Stories of Instant Awakening 01:11:15 - Finding Light in the Darkness 01:14:55 - The End of Feeling Unfulfilled 01:18:27 - Being in the World or Creating 01:21:58 - The Unfolding Layers of Truth 01:25:44 - Thoughts and Conclusion 01:29:22 - Less Investment in Thoughts and Opinions 01:32:55 - Awakening and Surrendering in Creativity 01:36:15 - Living in an Awakened Space 01:40:06 - Balancing Being and Action 01:43:32 - The Creative Capacity 01:47:10 - Divine Intelligence in the World 01:50:51 - A Conversation with Mike Jenkins 01:54:41 - Farewell and Gratitude Save Save

396. Jacqueline Maria Longstaff Apr 17, 2017

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Jacqueline Maria Longstaff began having peak experiences at an early age. She held her first spiritual service - for kids - at age 7. She had a huge heart opening at age 19, but not knowing where to go with this, became a Catholic for a few years and taught in Africa. However, soon she was drawn towards the teachings of the East. The need for religion of any kind dropped after an awakening at the Osho ashram in 1979. 1980 saw the beginning of some powerful connections with inter-dimensional beings as preparation for her future work. She was officially an Osho sannyasin for almost 4 years, but her real guru was Swami Devadas, one of Osho's earliest disciples. She began guiding others in 1979 and has held courses, retreats, and satsangs in many countries. She has been a speaker at conferences in several countries throughout the last 25 years. In 2003 she began creating an Ashram near the sacred hill Arunachala in South India. She has held three fifteen-month Cosmic Airport training courses - mainly in Scandinavia - training people to assist with conscious birthing, dying, transformation and transcendence. Her education includes a teaching degree, astrological and esoteric studies, astro- psychology and spiritual psychology studies, and much more. Website: cosmicairport.com Books: The Cosmic Airport - A vision whose time has come The Last Waltz: The Enlightened Consciousness Embracing the Collective Shadow Relationship as a Spiritual Pathway: Moving from RelationSHIT to true RelationSHIP Transcript of this interview Interview recorded 4/15/2017 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:04:38 - Overcoming Emotional Reactions in Relationships 00:09:01 - A Heart Opening and the Catholic Church 00:13:20 - Awakening of the Heart Chakra 00:16:58 - The Experimentation and Awakening in Osho's Ashram 00:21:09 - Powerful Connections with Interdimensional Beings 00:24:45 - Contacted by Higher Beings 00:28:26 - Profound Moments of Awakening 00:32:40 - Leaving Osho's Ashram 00:36:54 - The Silence in the Center of the Heart 00:44:37 - Caution with Sacred Plant Medicines 00:48:55 - The Benefits and Carefulness of Ayahuasca 00:52:54 - The Benefits of Meditation with a Guide 00:57:28 - Group Energy and Meditation 01:01:36 - Moving upwards in spirals 01:05:03 - The Cosmic Airport 01:09:30 - The Role of Doctors and Nurses in the Project 01:12:51 - The Fear of Death and the Concept of Reincarnation 01:17:00 - Real Meditation and the Awakened Death 01:21:14 - Ashram and Work in India 01:24:39 - Systems Busters with Hearts 01:28:15 - The Conspiracy Theory Sacred Cow 01:32:40 - Cultivating Spontaneity and Witnessing Consciousness 01:37:08 - Embracing the Collective Shadow 01:41:11 - Dismantling the Control System on the Planet 01:44:43 - Finding Peace in the Search for Self-realization 01:48:55 - The Reality of the Awakening Experience 01:52:56 - The Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow 01:56:38 - Cultivating a Heart That Sings 02:00:09 - Concluding Remarks Save Save

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