‘This is What I Need’
A Quote from Joseph Campbell (Book: Reflections on the Art of Living); “Nietzsche was the one who did the job for me. At a certain moment in his life,the idea came to him of what […]
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Shiva Rudra Balayogi Visits Austin Tx 30th May-6th June
Shiva Rudra Balayogi has an extremely interesting Batgap interview from many years ago, well worth listening to. His Sadhana was to meditate for 20 hours a day for 5 years until his enitre mind tendency […]
I’m not a Teacher
Although I like to share my thoughts on non duality spiritual teachings, and although I also like to share my advice on what’s worked well for me, I don’t consider myself a spiritual teacher. A […]
When Ramana Maharshi was asked about Spiritual Progress
From After Awakening, Chapter 5; The famous sage Ramana Maharshi when asked the question, ‘How can we assess our progress on the spiritual path?’ purportedly replied, ‘Freedom from unwanted thinking, and the ability to concentrate […]
Final? Readthrough
I’m reading the manuscipt out loud to my wife, a chapter a day, I hope to be done by my birthday in early June. Next step from there will be to find a copy editor […]
Selection of Rumi Quotes
“As you start to walk on the way, the way appears.” ~ Rumi “The desire to know your own soul will end all other desires.” ~ Rumi “The Inspiration You Seek Is Already Within You. […]
What to Say to Family and Friends after a Profound Awakening Shift
Exerpt From After Awakening Chapter 2; Telling close intimates about one’s experience after awakening can be confusing for them. Some may get frightened and insist you see a doctor, psychiatrist or even recommend a mental […]
Affirmations and Prayers
I am Aware. I am Consciousness. I am Everything. I am Nothing. Universe, Guide this form. Thy will, not mine, be done. Whatever’s best for the One. Whatever’s best for the Universe. Use this form […]
Recommendations from After Awakening
After Awakening Literature:- Finders – Dr Jeffrey Martin. He has interviewed a cross-section of spiritual teachers and practitioners and the results are explained and analysed in this book. A short but insightful book about the […]
Recommendations from Essential Awakening
Further Reading for Essential Awakening: The Power of Now and Oneness with all Life – Eckhart Tolle. Popular and famous books to inspire essential awakening. Transparency of Mind – Rupert Spira. An intellectual and poetic […]