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Into the Mystic: The Journey from Meditation to Contemplation
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“The Wisdom of No Escape” by Pema Chödrön, Advaita Vedanta, “Ramana Maharshi’s Forty Verses On What Is”, “The Crystal and the Way of Light: Sutra, Tantra, and Dzogchen” by Namkhai Norbu, “The Hakomi Way: Consciousness & Healing: The Legacy of Ron Kurtz”, “The Pristine Mind” by Orgyen Chowang, Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love, Blog Posts with Books in Associated, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Christian Mystic: St. John of the Cross, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Guiding Principles, Hatha Yoga: The Path of Physical Mastery and Inner Balance, Health and Wellness: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit., Hindu Sacred Texts and Scriptures, IntoTheMystic, Jnana Yoga: The Path of Knowledge and Self-Inquiry, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, Karma Yoga: The Path of Selfless Action, Mantra Yoga: The Path of Sacred Sound and Spiritual Resonance, ME/CFS Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Navigating Wellness and Support, ME/CFS Prayers: Finding Solace and Strength in Spirituality, Meditation Practices: Paths to Inner Peace and Clarity, Mindfulness of Emotions, Mindfulness Practices- Zen, Dharma, Advaita Vedanta, Nonduality,, Mindfulness, Meditation and Personal Growth, Practices of Neti Neti, Practices of Self-Inquiry (Atma Vichara), Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Sacred Community Collaboration, Sacred Text: The Bhagavad Gita: Dialogue of Duty and Devotion, Sacred Text: The Ramayana: An Epic Journey of Virtue and Valor, Sacred Text: The Satipatthana Sutta: Foundations of Mindfulness, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Teacher: Byron Katie, Teacher: Carl Jung, Teacher: Joseph Cambell, Teacher: Joseph Goldstein: Insight Meditation and the Path of Mindfulness, Teacher: Paramahansa Yogananda, Teacher: Ram Dass, Teacher: Ron Kurtz, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Teacher: Tibetan Master: Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, Teacher: Tibetan Master: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, Teacher: Tibetan Master: Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche, Teacher: Tibetan Master: Pema Chödrön, Teacher: Toni Bernhard, Teacher: Vipassana Master: S.N. Goenka, Teacher: Zen Master: Dogen, Teacher: Zen Master: Reb Anderson (Tenshin Roshi), Teacher: Zen Master: Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, Teacher: Zen Master: Thich Nhat Hanh, Teachers and Masters of the Buddha’s Path, Teachings: Mahayana Teachings of Compassion and Wisdom, Teachings: Theravada: Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Tibetan Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Zen Teachings of the Buddha, The Dark Night of the Soul, The Philosophy and Teachings of the Buddha, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global Harmony, Yoga Nidra: The Path of Deep Relaxation and Conscious Awareness, Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Yoga Vāsiṣṭha, Yoga Vāsiṣṭha Sara Pradīpika, Yoga Yājñavalkya, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaIn this personal reflection, we explore the contemplative journey of shifting from meditation to contemplation, as inspired by St. John of the Cross. Drawing on insights from Namkhai Norbu, Ramana Maharshi, Thich Nhat Hanh, and the Dalai Lama, the post delves into meditative absorption and the quiet unfolding of awareness. By embracing curiosity and the…
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Interfaith Harmony: Ganesha, the Universal Remover of Obstacles
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Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Hindu Sacred Texts and Scriptures, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Teacher: Ram Dass, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global Harmony, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual RealizationExplore the universal symbolism of Ganesha as the remover of obstacles and a bridge to spiritual clarity. This post reflects on how Ganesha’s role transcends cultural boundaries, symbolizing the clearing of inner obstacles like fear, ego, and confusion—traits that all spiritual seekers face. Discover the interfaith connections that reveal a shared human journey toward divine…
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Understanding the Roots of Religious Tensions: A Historical Perspective on Divine Righteousness Across Cultures
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Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Teacher: Anandamayi Ma, Teacher: Neem Karoli Baba (Maharaj-ji), Teacher: Paramahansa Yogananda, Teacher: Pravrajika Devyanandaprana, Teacher: Ram Dass, Teacher: Sri RamaKrishna, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Teacher: Tibetan Master: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, Teachers and Masters of the Buddha’s Path, The Teachings of Jesus: Wisdom, Love, and Compassion, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global HarmonyIn this inaugural post of Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, we explore the historical and cultural contexts that shaped the Jewish prohibition against idol worship and how it contrasts with the divine righteousness upheld in Hinduism. By understanding the differing environments that influenced religious beliefs—from the immoral practices of the Greek and Roman…
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Yoga Nidra for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS): A Gentle Practice for Deep Rest and Healing
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Bridging Hearts and Minds, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Health and Wellness: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit., ME/CFS Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Navigating Wellness and Support, ME/CFS Exercises – Beginner Level: Building Health and Well-Being, ME/CFS Mindful Healing & Meditation Practices, ME/CFS Pacing: Strategies for Managing Energy and Activity, ME/CFS Prayers: Finding Solace and Strength in Spirituality, ME/CFS Self-Compassion: Embracing Healing and Understanding, Meditation Practices: Paths to Inner Peace and Clarity, Teacher: Anandamayi Ma, Teacher: Neem Karoli Baba (Maharaj-ji), Teacher: Pravrajika Devyanandaprana, Teacher: Ram Dass, Teacher: Sri RamaKrishna, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga Nidra: The Path of Deep Relaxation and Conscious Awareness, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaExplore the benefits of Yoga Nidra for those living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) in this gentle, nurturing guide. Learn how this practice of “yogic sleep” can offer profound rest, deep relaxation, and healing by calming the nervous system and supporting the body’s natural recovery processes. This post provides a step-by-step introduction to a…