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Methods of Contemplation

Methods of Contemplation

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An exploration in guided prayer and meditation. Non-Dual Awareness with Christian symbolism.
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Episode 4: Walk The Path

Methods of ContemplationDec 31, 2018

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The Supreme Source
Aug 31, 202315:56
The Narada Bhakti Sutras
Aug 04, 202319:40
Ramana Maharshi: Vachana Mala
Aug 03, 202309:20
Ramana Maharshi: Nan Yar
Aug 02, 202326:60
Eight Stanzas On The Guru
Aug 01, 202307:18
Upadeśa Sahasri: A Thousand Teachings
Jul 31, 202313:42
Drg Drsya Viveka: Dividing Seer And Seen
Jul 30, 202320:14
Brahmajñana Valimala
Jul 29, 202312:16
Dakshinamurti Stotra
Jul 28, 202312:06
Six Verses To Vishnu
Jul 23, 202305:52
The Vijñāna Bhairava Tantra
Jul 22, 202315:56
Pratyabhijñana Karika: The Sutras of Recognition
Jul 21, 202315:56
Flight of the Garuda
Jul 20, 202315:56
The Devī Gita
Jul 19, 202315:56
Soundarya Lahari
Jul 18, 202315:56
The Ribhu Gita
Jul 17, 202315:56
The Ashtavakra Gita
Jul 16, 202315:56
Atma Darshan
Jul 15, 202315:56
Vivekachudamani
Jul 14, 202315:56
Aparokshanubhuti
Jul 13, 202315:56
Yoga Vasishta
Jul 12, 202315:56
Mandukya Upanishad
Jul 11, 202315:56
The Isha Upanishad
Jul 10, 202315:56
The Dhammapada
Jul 09, 202319:18
The Tao Te Ching
Jul 08, 202310:50
Thunder, Perfect Mind.
Jul 07, 202319:18
Plotinus on Contemplation
Jul 06, 202319:18
A Course in Miracles: Lesson 97
Jul 05, 202319:18
The Mirror of Simple Souls: Marguerite Porete
Jul 04, 202310:50
The Philokalia: On Guarding the Intellect
Jul 03, 202319:18
The Cloud of Unknowing: Action and Contemplation
Jul 02, 202310:50
The Seventh Mansion: Teresa of Avila
Jul 01, 202310:50
On Loving God: Bernard of Clairvaux
Jun 30, 202310:50
The Little Book of Enlightenment
Jun 30, 202306:58
The Third Theophany
Jun 27, 202310:26
Meister Eckhart: Sermon 5
Jun 26, 202310:12
Non-Dual Meditation

Non-Dual Meditation

This method is a guided meditation on the nature of the non-dual. Non-Duality, or "A-dvaita" in Sanskrit, is the experiential realization of the oneness of the individual soul and the supreme Godhead. Literally meaning "not-two", advaita expresses the simplicity of Absolute Reality as awareness itself.

Mar 21, 202310:05
The Divine Mother

The Divine Mother

This method is a non-dual guided visualization of the Divine Mother. Called by many names like Sophia, Shakti, Devī, Goddess, etc. - the Divine Feminine is typically expressed as the active or dynamic principle in spiritual ontology. In this meditation though, we take a specifically femininist lens in expressing the nature of the Absolute itself as Mother.

Mar 21, 202310:05
The Universal Christ

The Universal Christ

This method is a relaxing non-dual visualization and meditation on the Universal and Cosmic nature of Christ. The encounter with and participation in the eternal being of the Divine is the breaking free of our small sense of self into the more expansive and loving awareness that is the Logos.

Mar 21, 202310:05
The Unspoken Tao

The Unspoken Tao

"The Tao that can be spoken is not the eternal Tao". So says the primary text of Taoism, the Tao Te Ching. But to trace our way back to that eternal Tao, we can make use of the spoken word as a pointer. Much like a finger pointing to the moon, use this guided non-dual meditation to become present to the unceasing clarity of your essential nature.

Mar 21, 202310:05
From Doing to Being with Barrett Self
Dec 17, 202115:07
Barrett Self: Directly Home

Barrett Self: Directly Home

Barrett Self is a writer, cheesecake lover, and the face of 'e x h a l e', an online platform where he offers direct spiritual coaching for people of all backgrounds. In this conversation, Barrett and I discuss the importance of a heart based spirituality that incorporates the body as well as the mind. He gives some practical tips for anyone that wants to deepen their moment to moment experience of peace fulfillment.


Barrett's new book, "Directly Home: Refreshingly Simple Steps to Profound Peace" is available at the link below:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MYVW53C?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860

Find Barrett here:

https://exhalenow.co/about

@exhalenow__

Dec 17, 202143:55
Craig Williams and the Gnostic Power of Ritual
Nov 08, 202101:07:30
Pitṛpakṣa Meditation with Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan

Pitṛpakṣa Meditation with Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan

Pitṛpakṣa is a 16–lunar day period in the fall when we pay homage to our ancestors. The purpose of this tradition is to not just appease generations of our ancestors in another realm, but also to free ourselves of kārmic bonds. Ordinarily, even when we are aware of this tradition, our focus isn't on the internal freedom from ancestral patterns that keep us bound. In this workshop, we will explore the role of this tradition and how it can be used to turn inward and to learn to discard deeply held beliefs and patterns that keep us from experiencing joy, freedom, and lightness.
Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan is a Cardiologist and Professor of Medicine at Oakland University School of Medicine in MI.
She has studied Advaita Vedanta at the Chinmaya Mission, the Direct Path with Greg Goode, Śrīvidyā with Śri Śivapremananda, and Non-dual Śaiva Tantra (also known as Kashmir Śaivisim) with Paul Muller-Ortega and Sally Kempton. Her workshops, courses and writings strive to bring these time-honored traditions to modern living in practical ways.
She is the author of The Heart of Wellness, Shakti Rising , and Glorious Alchemy: Living the Lalitā Sahasranāma.
You can learn more about Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan, the Śabda Institute and all of her books at her website: https://sabda.institute/.
Oct 20, 202126:28
Non-Dual Tantra with Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan

Non-Dual Tantra with Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan

Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan is a Cardiologist and Professor of Medicine at Oakland University School of Medicine in MI. She has studied Advaita Vedanta at the Chinmaya Mission, the Direct Path with Greg Goode, Śrīvidyā with Śri Śivapremananda, and Non-dual Śaiva Tantra (also known as Kashmir Śaivisim) with Paul Muller-Ortega and Sally Kempton. Her workshops, courses and writings strive to bring these time-honored traditions to modern living in practical ways. She is the author of The Heart of Wellness, Shakti Rising , and Glorious Alchemy: Living the Lalitā Sahasranāma.

You can learn more about Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan, the Śabda Institute and all of her books at her website: https://sabda.institute or https://kavithamd.com/

You can also listen to her chanting the Lalitã Sahasranãma here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zYycduhCgk

Oct 20, 202152:43
Self-Inquiry
Sep 13, 202119:46
Meditation on Love and the Heart with Colette Lafia

Meditation on Love and the Heart with Colette Lafia

Colette Lafia, an author and spiritual director based in SanFrancisco leads us through a short meditation on the nature of Love as it relates to the spiritual path. Colette teaches on the nature of the heart with respect to the spiritual path, and the ways that it opens us up to receive by surrendering. Her books include The Divine Heart (May 2021), Seeking Surrender (2015) & Comfort & Joy (2008).

Find her new book The Divine Heart here: https://colettelafia.com/the-divine-heart/

Sep 06, 202114:58
Being-With: Colette Lafia

Being-With: Colette Lafia

In this episode of Being-With, I speak with Colette Lafia, an author and spiritual director based in SanFrancisco. Colette teaches on the nature of the heart with respect to the spiritual path, and the ways that it opens us up to receive by surrendering. Her books include The Divine Heart (May 2021), Seeking Surrender (2015) & Comfort & Joy (2008).


Find her new book The Divine Heart here: https://colettelafia.com/the-divine-heart/

Sep 06, 202140:07
Centering Prayer with Dr. Brian Russell

Centering Prayer with Dr. Brian Russell

In this episode Dr. Brian Russell (@yourprofessorforlife) leads us through his preferred method of contemplative prayer, Centering Prayer. This particular way of consenting to the divine action and presence is the topic of his upcoming book on the method of Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He runs the Deep Dive Spirituality Podcast as well as a coaching practice. Find him here:

https://linktr.ee/briandrussell

Sep 06, 202123:36
Being-With: Dr. Brian Russell

Being-With: Dr. Brian Russell

In this episode of Being-With, I talk with Dr. Brian Russell (@yourprofessorforlife) about his upcoming book on the method of Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God's Presence Can Change Your Life. He runs the Deep Dive Spirituality Podcast as well as a coaching practice. Find him here:

https://linktr.ee/briandrussell


Aug 30, 202140:27