Buddha at the Gas Pump

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705. Josh Jost Apr 19, 2024

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Josh Jost - Disillusionment as the Path to Awakening From a childhood in a strict, religious Mennonite community, to leading a healing movement during his youth, to experiencing financial hardship and living in drug-filled slums, to becoming an advisor to heads of Fortune 500s and billionaires, to eventually working with one of the world’s most renowned private islands, Josh’s journey has been, unusual to say the least. Fueled by his yearning for awakening, his story is about embracing disillusionment as the pathway to enlightenment. Josh currently lives on the island of Tahiti with his wife and youngest son. TikTok YouTube Channel Instagram Summary and Transcript of this interview Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Interview recorded April 20, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters:  00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump  00:04:48 - Growing up in a conservative community  00:08:44 - Seeking a Spiritual Experience  00:12:23 - A Journey of Awakening and Disillusionment  00:16:17 - Living in a Horrific Apartment  00:19:34 - Finding Hope Amidst Difficult Circumstances  00:22:57 - Unexpected Help in Times of Need  00:26:39 - Trusting in Life's Plan  00:30:06 - Studying the Bible and its Figures of Speech  00:34:04 - The Essenes and their Mystical Teachings  00:38:08 - The Essenes and Jesus  00:42:25 - Disillusionment with Christianity  00:47:11 - A Shift in Spiritual Perspective  00:51:07 - Travels in India  00:54:47 - The Power of Belief Systems  00:58:34 - The Purpose of Business and Ethics  01:01:43 - The Special Place of Renewal and Regeneration  01:06:01 - Living in Harmony with the World  01:10:25 - Transitioning to a Different Technological Framework  01:14:19 - Different Generational Brackets  01:17:34 - The Birth Pangs of a Spiritual Renaissance  01:21:44 - The Power Behind a Global Societal Transformation  01:25:53 - Religion as a School Ground  01:29:51 - Teaching Love and Setting Rules  01:33:42 - The Practice and Effect of Love  01:37:01 - The Copper Scroll and Akhenaten's Influence  01:40:50 - Transition towards Community-led Governments  01:44:52 - The Messiah and Unity  01:49:15 - The Benefits and Challenges of Resolving Conflict in Places of Conflict  01:53:27 - The Power of Community in Spiritual Awakening  01:57:36 - Content Creation on Social Media Platforms

674. Debra Martin Jan 12, 2023

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Debra Martin is a World-Renowned Intuitive Healer and an International Research Lab Certified Medium with the Windbridge Research Center. Debra is a Spiritual Coach, Survivor of three near death experiences, cancer and an author of six books. Her most recent: "Proof of Miracles” & "Doctors, Faith & Courage”. Debra had her third near death experience on 1-21-12 where she had an out of body experience and conversation with God. From this experience her mediumship abilities heightened, and she was given the gift to heal. Debra has developed a healing technique which is not being done anywhere else in the world. In 2013, the Logos Church ordained her as a healing minister due to the healing miracles they were witnessing. She is a motivational speaker and has been on many radio networks. Website Instagram Facebook YouTube channel Army4Love Gatherings: Zoom on the 1st Tuesday of every month Free. 3:00 p.m. MST: https://goldenmiracles.com/engage/ Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded January 8, 2022. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Childhood Encounters with Faces at Night 00:04:17 - Shutting Off and Fitting In 00:08:36 - The Process of Mediumship 00:12:36 - Connecting with the Other Side 00:16:11 - A Life-Changing Car Accident 00:20:01 - Intervention from a Non-Corporeal Being 00:23:29 - The Mysterious Stranger 00:26:26 - A Big Near-Death Experience 00:30:01 - A Divine Encounter and Life Plan 00:33:28 - Unraveling the Mystery of the 90-Pound Condition 00:36:42 - A Personal Connection with God 00:39:53 - Remote Healing and Spiritual Journeys 00:43:33 - Healing Childhood Trauma 00:46:57 - The Healing Process and Physical Effects 00:50:15 - Spiritual Surgeons and Healing Others 00:54:02 - The Power of Lavender Oil 00:58:33 - Healing Childhood Trauma 01:05:45 - Healing Possession of Negative Energy 01:12:07 - Healing through Ancestral Release 01:19:13 - Healing from Resentment Towards Father 01:26:08 - Embracing the Journey of Cancer 01:33:22 - Individual vs Group Healings 01:39:56 - Trusting the Healing Process and Honoring Yourself 01:47:35 - Honoring Yourself and Taking Time Off

627. Father Nathan Castle Dec 16, 2021

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Father Nathan Castle graduated from Trinity University in San Antonio and entered the Dominican order in 1979. He received MA and MDiv degrees from the Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology in Berkeley, California. He was Director of the Catholic Communities at Stanford University and Arizona State University. He believes the Holy Spirit has given him a “night job” of helping souls who died suddenly and violently find afterlife peace. He is the author of: And Toto, Too:: The Wizard of Oz as a Spiritual Adventure Afterlife, Interrupted: Helping Stuck Souls Cross Over—A Catholic Priest Explores the Interrupted Death Experience Afterlife, Interrupted Book Two: Helping Souls Cross Over Website: nathan-castle.com Summary and Transcript of this interview. Interview recorded December 11, 2021 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump Interview 00:04:32 - A Horrible Piece of Art 00:08:28 - Pre-life Planning and Purgatory Journey 00:12:30 - The Encounter and Prayer Start 00:16:25 - Communication with the Other Side 00:20:05 - Helping a Spirit Greet His Dying Wife 00:24:13 - The Healthcare Continuum 00:28:13 - Healing from Heartbreak and Guilt 00:32:06 - Discipline and Punishment 00:35:52 - Finding Dignity in Teaching and Learning 00:39:36 - Leaving Behind the Catholic Upbringing 00:43:42 - The Meaning of "Catholic" 00:48:02 - The Importance of Paradoxical Perspectives in Truth 00:51:29 - The Truth in the Middle 00:55:48 - A Visit from Jesus in the Afterlife 00:59:50 - Walking with Einstein 01:04:09 - Being in more than one place at the same time 01:07:48 - Symbolic Objects in the Afterlife 01:11:40 - Buddy's Experience and the Ball of Light 01:15:33 - Holding Hands and Childhood Games 01:19:11 - Post-death Experiences 01:22:48 - Afterlife Experiences 01:26:44 - Interaction with Angelic Beings 01:30:47 - Different Kinds of Divine and Angelic Persons 01:34:43 - Angelic Experiences and Guardian Angels 01:38:32 - Jake from State Farm and Angelic Assistance 01:42:00 - Encountering Shadow Figures and Beings of Light 01:46:19 - Assisting Others with Benign Presence 01:50:44 - Joyful Experiences to Counterbalance Dark Memories 01:54:43 - The Lion's Transformation 01:58:33 - Audio Podcast Subscription

621. Connie Zweig Oct 28, 2021

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Connie Zweig, Ph.D., is a retired therapist, co-author of Meeting the Shadow: The Hidden Power of the Dark Side of Human Nature and Romancing the Shadow: A Guide to Soul Work for a Vital, Authentic Life, author of Meeting the Shadow of Spirituality, and a novel, A Moth to the Flame: The Story of the Great Sufi Poet Rumi. Her new book, The Inner Work of Age: Shifting from Role to Soul, extends shadow-work into late life and teaches aging as a spiritual practice. Connie has been doing contemplative practices for 50 years. She is a wife and grandmother and was initiated as an Elder by Sage-ing International in 2017. After investing in all these roles, she is practicing the shift from role to soul. Website: conniezweig.com Email: conniezweig@gmail.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Summary and Transcript of this interview. Interview recorded October 22, 2021. YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:03:59 - The Different Stages of My Life 00:07:38 - The Already Enlightened Governors of the Age of Enlightenment 00:10:58 - The Urgency of Enlightenment 00:14:30 - Understanding Enlightenment and Charismatic Teachers 00:17:46 - Spiritual Development at Every Stage of Life 00:21:21 - Transition in Identity 00:25:10 - Late Life Identity Crisis 00:29:38 - The Challenge of Finding Time for Everything 00:33:07 - The Unconscious and the Shadow in Conscious Aging Movement 00:37:25 - Witnessing and Shadow Work 00:40:54 - The Contents of Consciousness Spilled Out 00:44:35 - The Importance of Awareness and Mortality 00:48:43 - Ageism and Shifting Identity 00:52:50 - The Inner Work of Aging 00:56:42 - Unfinished Spiritual Business 01:00:44 - Unfinished Business in the Spiritual Journey 01:05:12 - Finding Guidance in Inner Work 01:08:56 - The Shift from Hero to Elder 01:13:06 - Finding Refuge in Spiritual Practice 01:16:49 - Completing the Ego Story 01:21:17 - The Orientation Towards Life and Death 01:24:32 - The Importance of Discernment on the Spiritual Path 01:28:24 - Cultivating Self-awareness for Contribution to the Common Good 01:32:25 - Improving the Level of Consciousness 01:36:13 - Preventing Mental Decline and Memory Loss 01:40:03 - Astonishing Moments in Deathbed Experiences 01:44:03 - Awakening Practices and Life Completion 01:47:32 - Expanding the Frame of Reference 01:51:05 - The Soul's Longing for Transcendence 01:54:36 - Farewell to Rick Archer

592. Richard Rohr Mar 29, 2021

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Richard Rohr is a Franciscan priest of the New Mexico Province. He is the founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation and academic dean of the CAC’s Living School. An internationally recognized author and spiritual leader, Fr. Richard teaches primarily on incarnational mysticism, non-dual consciousness, and contemplation, with a particular emphasis on how these affect the social justice issues of our time. Podcast: Another Name for Every Thing A few of Fr. Rohr's 30+ books: The Universal Christ: How a Forgotten Reality Can Change Everything We See, Hope For, and Believe Every Thing Is Sacred: 40 Practices and Reflections on the Universal Christ The Wisdom Pattern: Order, Disorder, Reorder Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life Immortal Diamond: The Search for Our True Self Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Summary and transcript of this interview. Interview recorded March 27, 2021 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:02:10 - The Vast Universe and the Universal Christ 00:04:02 - Jesus and the Universal Concept of the Christ 00:06:22 - The Cosmic Notion of Christ 00:08:33 - A New Cosmology and Universalizing Jesus' Message 00:10:49 - The Small Box of Religion 00:12:54 - The Marvel of Intelligence and Creativity 00:14:53 - Caring for Creation and Social Justice 00:16:54 - Saving the Worms 00:18:55 - Changing Notions of God 00:21:12 - The Exclusionary Nature of Theology 00:23:18 - The Journey from Order to Re-order 00:25:41 - Embracing Polarities and Diversities 00:28:05 - The breadth of freedom and social order 00:30:00 - Love God and Do What You Want 00:32:15 - The Changing Grand Canyon 00:34:20 - The Multifaceted Nature of Causality 00:36:39 - The "Father Wound" and the Atonement 00:38:50 - The Transformation of Religion 00:40:46 - The Healing Environment of the Prison System 00:42:09 - The Loneliness and Cutthroat Nature of Prison Life 00:43:36 - The Communion of Saints 00:45:22 - The Interconnectedness of Humanity and Collective Consciousness 00:46:55 - The Fall and Autonomy 00:48:33 - The Fall and the Wounded Condition 00:50:02 - The Happy Fault and the Rediscovery of Non-Duality 00:51:36 - Great Love and Great Suffering 00:53:19 - The Power of Love and Suffering 00:54:53 - Jesus's justice strategy 00:56:29 - Solidarity vs Sacrifice 00:58:19 - Dipping into the Ocean of Richard Rohr

572. James Cooke Oct 20, 2020

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Dr. James Cooke is a neuroscientist, writer, and speaker, whose work focuses on consciousness, with a particular interest in meditative and psychedelic states. He studied Experimental Psychology and Neuroscience at Oxford University and is passionate about exploring the relationship between science and spirituality. He writes for RealitySandwich.com and is the host of the podcast Living Mirrors with Dr. James Cooke, which can be found on his YouTube channel. He splits his time between London and the mountains of Portugal where he is building a retreat centre, The Surrender Homestead, @TheSurrenderHomestead on Instagram. Find him @DrJamesCooke on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, or at DrJamesCooke.com. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Summary and transcript of this interview. Interview recorded October 17, 2020 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:04:34 - The Paradox of Blind Faith 00:08:58 - The Nature of Reality and the Science of Existence 00:12:59 - The Complexity of Beliefs 00:16:54 - The Manifestation of Intelligence in Nature 00:20:47 - The Fear of Death and the Living Mirror Theory 00:24:46 - Self-Experimentation and Healing Trauma 00:28:43 - Healing Trauma and Physical Conditions through Psychedelic Therapy 00:32:46 - The Role of Music in Psychedelic Experiences 00:36:17 - The Nature of Reality and Consciousness 00:40:16 - Consciousness and Qualities of Experience 00:44:18 - Consciousness and the Evolution of the Universe 00:49:03 - Nature of Consciousness and the Unity of Existence 00:53:30 - The Payoff of Consciousness 00:58:00 - Understanding the Mechanics of Nature 01:02:06 - The Logic of Survival Dynamics 01:06:21 - The Existence of Subtle Life Forms and the Soul 01:10:27 - The Reality of Mystical Experiences 01:14:35 - Relative Realities and Transactional Truth 01:18:52 - Different Realities for Different Beings 01:22:48 - The Concept of Reincarnation and Transmigration of the Soul 01:27:22 - Existence of Subtle Essences 01:31:14 - The Concept of the Self 01:34:54 - Exploring Mysticism and Consciousness 01:38:40 - The Divide Between Science and Spirituality 01:42:49 - Cultivating Connection and Addressing Separation 01:46:49 - Tapping into Inner Potential for a Better World 01:50:46 - Divine Support and Aligning with Higher Intelligence 01:54:59 - Seeking Alignment for Global Solutions 01:59:02 - Cultivating a Sense of Home 02:02:50 - Wrapping Up and Farewell

437. Natalie Sudman Jan 15, 2018

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Natalie Sudman is an author, artist and psychic intuitive. Natalie worked as an archeologist in the Great Basin states for 16 years before accepting a position managing construction contracts in Iraq. In 2007 Natalie was injured by a roadside bomb. During this incident, she had a near-death experience that she details in her book Application of Impossible Things. After recovering from her injuries, Natalie retired from government service to concentrate on art and writing, both long-time passions. Raised in Minnesota, Natalie has lived most of her adult life in eastern Oregon, Montana, and South Dakota. She now lives in southern Arizona. Facebook Page Book: Application of Impossible Things: A Near-Death Experience in Iraq Discussion of this interview in the Batgap Community Facebook Group. Transcript of this interview. Interview recorded January 14, 2018 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:03:48 - Psychic Abilities and Childhood Experiences 00:07:49 - The Spiritual Nature of Doing 00:11:12 - Downloading Information on the Stage 00:14:30 - The Perception of Time in the Non-Physical Realm 00:18:10 - Leaving Room for Uncertainty 00:21:33 - The Multi-Dimensional Nature of Life 00:25:22 - Communing with Beings in a Stadium-like Setup 00:29:46 - Regaining Consciousness and Memories 00:32:55 - The Functions of Different Beings 00:37:38 - Expanded Awareness 00:41:53 - Handling Perception and Concentration 00:45:29 - Cultivating Focus in Sports 00:48:46 - Playing with Possibilities 00:52:28 - Finding Value in Difficult Experiences 00:56:27 - Trusting the Reasons for Choosing 01:00:19 - Enhanced Confidence in Psychic Readings 01:04:28 - The Influence of Consciousness in Reality 01:08:49 - The Value of Consciousness and Perspectives 01:12:11 - Choosing Injuries for a Purpose 01:15:40 - A New Perspective on the World 01:19:14 - The Change in Relationship with Entities 01:23:23 - The Power of Individual Influence 01:26:55 - The Value of Challenging Experiences 01:31:09 - Cultivating Balance and Peace 01:35:06 - Non-attachment and the Erasure of Fear 01:38:40 - Fear of Life and a Broad Perspective 01:42:47 - Pondering the Universe and Free Will 01:46:37 - The Nature of Knowledge and Awareness 01:50:28 - Cultivating Abilities and Application of Impossible Things 01:53:47 - Farewell and Thanks to Natalie Sudman

230. Rick Archer, Interviewed by Fax Gilbert May 16, 2014

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Fax and Sharon Gilbert were among my first guests on BatGap (interview here). Recently, Fax has been interviewing a few people in Fairfield, Iowa under the auspices of Fairfield's Trillum Awakening group. In this interview, I neglected to adequately express my appreciation to the volunteers who make BatGap possible. Please see the Volunteers page for a list of some of them. Transcript of this interview Interview conducted 5/11/2014 Other talks by or interviews of Rick on BatGap: Interviewed by Angelo Dilullo SAND 2019 - Knowledge/Reality is Different in Different States of Consciousness 2018 SAND Conference Q&A and Interview by Shakti Caterina Maggi SAND 2017: "The Ethics of Enlightenment" Talk at Berkeley Open Circle Center SAND 2015: Science and Spirituality: Potential Allies in Discovering Truth Interviewed by Richard Miller YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to the Interview 00:03:50 - Awakening and Resistance 00:06:56 - From Fairfield to the World: Taking Buddha the Gas Pump Online 00:09:58 - Awakening and the Misconceptions of Enlightenment 00:13:24 - The Awakening Experience 00:16:49 - Awakening and the Physiology 00:20:59 - Awakening and Identity 00:24:39 - The Attitude of a Beginner and the Range of Possibilities 00:28:10 - Overcoming Challenges and Finding Bliss 00:31:49 - Personal Spiritual Journey 00:35:31 - The Beginning of My Meditation Journey 00:38:23 - The Importance of Meditation in Spiritual Practices 00:41:19 - Fulfillment and Devotion 00:44:20 - The BatGap Bump 00:47:20 - Impact and Service in Embodiment 00:50:55 - The Process of Interviewing 00:54:00 - Exploring Common Themes in Spiritual Maturity 00:57:43 - Subtle Beings and Refined Perception 01:00:51 - The Flow of Love and Divine Consciousness 01:04:29 - Scheduling Difficulties and Prioritization 01:07:53 - Awakening and Service 01:11:31 - Levels of Preparedness for Awakening 01:14:57 - The Definition of Awakening 01:18:33 - Possibilities in the Indian Tradition 01:22:44 - The Importance of Personal Verification 01:26:14 - Mutual Coexistence of Opposites 01:29:27 - The Rot: Dealing with Stagnation 01:32:18 - Evolving the Show and Engaging with the Audience 01:35:16 - Awakening and the Audience Evolving 01:38:03 - Healing and Discussion at the Retreat 01:41:04 - Farewell and Thank You

160. Ian Wolstenholme Feb 18, 2013

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Ian Wolstenholme is an ordinary man who randomly awakened to the realized space in 1969. The assimilation of this process continues to this day, Ian was not transformed into a god or bestowed with remarkable powers. His consciousness was expanded to include the viewpoint from which the human condition could be examined and revealed to be as it is. Ian came to see the extent of our conditioning and the way in which this set of meanings govern life as it is lived. The massive false interpretations continue to be implanted as beliefs into the personalities of every being alive today. Realized space is freedom from belief and meaning and provides a mature acceptance of what is. This is not an easy place to live. Ian's book: Emotional Hostage: Negotiate Your Freedom Summary and Transcript of this interview Interview recorded 2/2/2013 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Awakening to Realized Space 00:03:29 - The Spectacular Event 00:06:12 - Fabrication of Consciousness and Imagery 00:08:52 - Awakening and Expanded Perception 00:12:08 - Awakening and Personal Preferences 00:15:12 - Expansion of Consciousness and the Absence of Suffering 00:18:15 - The On/Off Nature of Consciousness 00:21:37 - The Active Participation of the Seer 00:25:12 - The Maturing of the Seer 00:28:34 - The Self as a Cooperative Relationship 00:32:10 - Discovering Your Genuine Needs 00:35:20 - The Harmony and Intelligence of the Body 00:38:33 - Discovering Inner Harmony 00:41:39 - The Concept of "Be Yourself" 00:45:00 - Trusting Yourself in Decision-Making 00:48:34 - The Will of God or Nature 00:51:18 - The Absence of Guidance in Consciousness 00:55:26 - The Complexity of Morality 00:58:09 - The Power of Choice 01:01:06 - The Value of Emotions and Self-Management 01:04:17 - Finding the Balance between Letting Go and Taking Action 01:07:58 - Individual Needs in Spiritual Practice 01:10:42 - The Ordinary Lives of Spiritual Teachers 01:13:39 - Ramana's Spiritual Experience 01:16:37 - Accepting All Parts of Yourself 01:20:02 - Discovering the Seer Within 01:23:29 - Choosing a Path of Happiness 01:26:11 - The Seer and the Personality 01:29:19 - A Conversation with Ian 01:32:05 - Sharing Enlightenment Stories 01:34:49 - One-on-One Inner Process Discovery

40. Bill Farber Oct 07, 2010

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Bill Farber passed away in 2016. He practiced his Life Energy Alignment Processes for over 20 years. His work was internationally known due to his advanced distant healing and intuitive abilities. Bill helped people in all walks of life and of all levels of experience, His work facilitated healing, balance, and advancement of consciousness. He had the privilege of providing energy alignment to people facing challenging diseases such as cancer, MS, chronic fatigue, and depression. He also had particular expertise in working with business and human potential leaders in maximizing their effectiveness and raising their level of awareness during challenging times or circumstances. Bill was also a successful attorney and business executive in downtown Chicago. He was married since 1970 to Rona and had two adult children, Brandon and Tiffany. Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded 10/6/2010 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Bill Farber and his Spiritual Journey 00:04:16 - The Decision to Change My Life 00:07:03 - The Power of Meditation and Energy Work 00:09:38 - The Life Energy Alignment Program 00:12:18 - Energy Healing and Connection 00:14:59 - leveraging energy work for healing 00:17:33 - The Experience of Detachment 00:20:16 - Shifts and Breakthroughs in Energy Work 00:22:33 - The Remarkable Experience of Energy 00:24:48 - Delayed Reactions and Hugging Marathons 00:27:02 - The Fluctuation of Individuality 00:29:42 - Firmly Established in the Present Moment 00:32:14 - The Infinite Range of Possibilities 00:35:20 - Finding Quiet in a Noisy World 00:37:34 - The Value of Deep Silence 00:40:08 - Amplifying the Evolutionary Energy 00:43:17 - Skepticism and Evidence 00:46:02 - Using Discretion in Energy Readings 00:48:20 - Intuitive Knowingness and Telepathy 00:50:27 - The Power of Energy Healing and Facilitating Transitions 00:53:27 - Being a Conduit for Energy 00:56:51 - Miracles and Energy Work 00:59:26 - The Power of Consciousness and Intent 01:02:31 - Offering Peaceful and Blissful Transitions 01:04:37 - A Powerful Healing Experience 01:06:37 - A Powerful Experience with Energy Work 01:09:22 - Empathy and Sensations 01:11:49 - Dealing with Physical Discomfort 01:14:30 - Exploring Physical Discomforts and Meditation 01:18:01 - Plans for Fairfield Conference 01:20:39 - Transitioning into Group Energy Work Save Save

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