In this revealing 8 minute video, a man asks Rupert what is the appropriate action to take when witnessing people mistreating each other if he knows everything is ultimately pure awareness.
In this simple, yet important short 8 minute video clip, a man speaks about the separate self as a mask and Rupert elaborates about the mask and the one that stands behind the mask. Let’s listen in… (In his examples John Smith is having a dream about being King Lear during sleep)
Our spiritual discovery of the absolute truth of one’s being can be turned into a hiding place, where we ignore harsh realities and deny the cruelest aspects of our shared humanity. Ignorance is not “bliss.” Rather, it is the root of all suffering. In this powerful monologue delivered in 1999, Gangaji shares that the end of ignorance and our willingness to be all is the “gold of self-realization.”
In this fantastic 6 minute video, Roger explains that our reactions are determined by our structure and can’t be different at that moment. That’s why there are so many people that want to know why once they have realized the Self, they still have some old thinking and reaction patterns. Let’s listen as Roger explains… Roger Castillo is a non duality teacher / spiritual teacher, born in Malta and migrated to Australia. Roger is a direct disciple of the famous enlightened Indian Advaita (Non-duality) Master Ramesh Balsekar.
This superb 11 minute video from Rupert Spira explains as clearly as possible using words how thought is ALWAYS describing what has already past or projecting in the future. Thought is an after effect and therefor can NEVER be about now.
In this 8 minute video, Rupert explains that the “State of Bliss” that is often described as a benefit of “Enlightenment” is actually a temporary state. It is a bubbling over of the peace, joy and happiness that is the ever-present perfume of our true nature. Depending on many variables, this perfume can fluctuate greatly in intensity creating states of joy and bliss that can come and go.
In this short video, Rupert explains how we view and interact with the world after “Awakening”. Where as before realization, we view the world as separate and how each interaction and activity can be of benefit to us, after realization our motives for interactions and activities become very different.
In this 6 minute video, Jeff expresses that the whole movement to “live in the now” as promoted by Eckhart Tolle and others turns “Living in Now” as a goal that we should strive for. He explains that this is mostly futile advice since in reality we ARE the now and we can be nothing other than now. Of course, the point he is missing is that “living in the now” is about directing our “Attention” to the now instead of letting our minds drift into daydreams of the past or future, but for the most part the principles he
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CLICK ON THE TEXT THAT SAYS “WATCH ON YOUTUBE” TO VIEW THIS VIDEO. In this excellent 7 minute video from Adyashanti, he drives home the point that our mind is making up about 99% of all the experiences we have and then offers up the option that there is an alternative to the interpretive network of the mind—and invites us to experience this for ourselves.
In this 10 minute video from Rupert, he explains that at the source we are all the same but that our objective experience is different. That is why your thoughts are not my thoughts, but by understanding our true nature, we can always try to meet the “other” from the same source of our being.
In this seven minute video clip, Jeff offers wisdom which can help us deal with negative thoughts or thoughts of failure and unworthiness. The mere recognition that thoughts are like sounds which come and go helps defuse their reality so we can resist being drawn in to an emotionally charged story of self pity.
In this six minute video, Roger explains that the primary reason the majority of humans are on a constant search for happiness is because they have been conditioned with a misunderstanding of the meaning of happiness. Once a true understanding is established, one can stop looking for happiness in the flow of life and look within to find that it has been what we are all along.
In this six minute video clip from Jeff Foster, we take a closer look at the shortcomings of strict non-dual views and realize that perhaps the role of “Awakening” in our lives is more about the ability to “honor the wave while knowing the ocean.”
In this great seven minute video, Gangaji explains that the reason most of us have a hard time shaking off the need (desire, search) for safety and security is because it is hard-wired into all of sentient life. However, through the understanding of our true nature, we come to realize that this is only another concept that can either be experienced or transcended.
This video is a wonderful five minute guided meditation by the one who basically wrote the book on meditation. In this beautiful guided meditation from Adyashanti, he offers guidance on using the breath, releasing control of thinking, and being open and available so that what’s really true can be revealed spontaneously.
In this six minute video clip, Gangaji takes a few minutes to remind us that the only thing we need to do to refresh in our true position is simply to STOP doing, even if its only for a moment. Let’s take a peek…
In this short seven minute video from Rupert, a questioner explains an experience he had where he was working on a project and loss all track of time. Of course, this happens to all of us and Rupert explains that this is just simply involuntary spontaneous meditations that we experience on a daily basis without realizing it. Let’s listen…
In this very valuable nine minute video, Nada shares wisdom on resistance, tolerance and acceptance. He goes on to explain that one must mentally accept the problem or situation FIRST, in order to gain a clear mind and perspective. This can often create tons of resistance from the mind, so what to do? Let’s listen to this most practical advice…
In this little 3 minute video clip, Adyashanti invites you to explore this vital life inquiry by honestly bringing the light of awareness to every belief that you have. This inquiry investigates and dismantles your conditioning, moves you beyond belief, and grounds yourself in reality.
In this great 4 minute reminder, Krishnamurti drives home the fact that we are not separate from the world or anything else for that matter. Let’s take in this amazing wisdom…
This this important little 7 minute clip, Adyashanti explains that although Awakening is a fundamental realization in life, it is not a cure all or end all. It will not suddenly wipe out all the circumstances in your life or life issues you may be experiencing. Its very important that we don’t fall in love with idea of Awakening. Let’s listen…
In this very important 4 minute video, Nada explains that it is extremely important for us to find out why we are interested in spirituality?, why do we seek”, what is it that we are seeking?, and perhaps the most important question, “Who is it that is seeking?” Discovering the answers to these questions can actually save decades of searching on the “path”. Let’s listen…
In this beautiful short video from Nada, he tackles questions like, “How can we best respond to this Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic, and all the other difficulties that come with it? How do we quell our fear and find calm within the storm? How do we best utilize this time? How can we grow from it? What can we do for ourselves and for one another during this very challenging time?” Let’s watch and listen…
In the last 30 years David Godman has written or edited 16 books on topics related to Sri Ramana Maharshi, his teachings and his followers. In this short 10 minute video, David responds to a question which asks, “How do Ramana’s teachings relate to the modern world?” Let’s listen to his response…
In this revealing 15 minute video, a woman who’s son died days after he was born asks Rupert to interpret the experience. Rupert uses his clear manor of speaking to help her understand what is taking place upon “death” of the body. Let’s listen…
In this 15 minute recording, Gangaji shares a teaching story, written by a sangha member, that is relatable and true. What is discovered when we are willing to completely call off the search and simply let ourselves be found? Let’s find out…
In this very inspirational 8 minute video clip, an artist asks Rupert to speak about the intersection of creativity and consciousness. Being an artist himself, let’s listen to Rupert’s first hand advice…
The sacred hunger for truth, for God, for love, for peace, for freedom is the force calling us home. This deep longing doesn’t leave us alone. It persists even with a lifetime of disillusionments or “unfulfilled promises.” No matter what spiritual path we have taken or not taken, Gangaji offers all this encouragement: “Let this hunger for Truth have you. It is a glorious feast, and it is time to stop circling the table. You have a place at this feast.”
