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Neti Neti #20: Taming the Restless Mind and The Story of the Genie
In this reflection, the story of the restless genie serves as a powerful metaphor for the mind’s endless desires and distractions. Through the practice of ‘Neti Neti’—Not this, not this—we can discipline the mind, transforming it from a source of unrest into a tool for peace and self-realization. This letter explores how a focused spiritual…
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Into the Mystic: The Journey from Meditation to Contemplation
“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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Neti Neti #19: Beyond the Desire for Fulfillment and Peace
Explore the practice of ‘Neti Neti’—Not this, not this—as a tool to go beyond the desires for fulfillment and peace, even as they arise naturally on the spiritual path. In this blog post, we delve into how the desire for spiritual states, though noble, can become subtle traps, and how ‘Neti Neti’ leads to deeper…
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Neti Neti #18: The Path Beyond Concepts and Spiritual Thought
Explore the ancient practice of ‘Neti Neti’—Not this, not this—as a profound tool for spiritual awakening. This blog post delves into how continual negation of thoughts, concepts, and identifications leads to the realization of pure awareness and the truth beyond duality. Join us on a journey to the silent core of being, where the ultimate…
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Neti Neti #17: Embracing the Paradox of “Not One, Not Two”
This post explores the Zen saying “Not one, not two” and its profound resonance with the teachings of Advaita Vedanta, particularly in understanding the relationship between Atman and Brahman. Through a reflection on the paradoxical nature of non-duality, we delve into how this wisdom guides us to embrace both the unity and diversity of existence,…
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Neti Neti Series No. 14: Trusting in the Timing of Spiritual Understanding
This post explores the natural unfolding of spiritual understanding and the importance of trusting in the timing of our journey. It delves into why certain teachings or practices, like the mantra “Neti Neti,” may not resonate with us initially but reveal their deeper significance when we are ready to receive them. Through this letter, we…
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