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Be Still: A Contemplation of Presence
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Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Christianity: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Faith in Action: Manifesting Beliefs Through Service, IntoTheMystic, Judaism: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, Navigating Faith: Exploring Challenges and InsightsIn a world filled with noise and distraction, the invitation to “be still” leads us to the essence of our being. This exploration draws on various traditions, from Tibetan Buddhism’s middle way to the balance of loving-kindness and discipline in Jewish mysticism, and the non-dual teachings of Advaita Vedanta. Discover how stillness serves as the…
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The Sacred Shift: From Seeking to Being
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“The Wisdom of No Escape” by Pema Chödrön, Advaita Vedanta, “How to Be Sick” by Tony Bernhard, “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, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Christian Mystic: St. John of the Cross, Christianity: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Guiding Principles, Health and Wellness: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit., IntoTheMystic, Jnana Yoga: The Path of Knowledge and Self-Inquiry, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, ME/CFS Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Navigating Wellness and Support, 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, Mindfulness of Emotions, Mindfulness Practices- Zen, Dharma, Advaita Vedanta, Nonduality,, Mindfulness, Meditation and Personal Growth, Practices of Self-Inquiry (Atma Vichara), Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Teacher: Paramahansa Yogananda, Teacher: Ron Kurtz, Teacher: Sri Ramana Maharshi, Teacher: Tibetan Master: Chögyal Namkhai Norbu, Teacher: Tibetan Master: Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche, Teacher: Zen Master: Thich Nhat Hanh, Teachings: Tibetan Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Zen Teachings of the Buddha, The Dark Night of the Soul, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual RealizationIn this Into the Mystic post, we explore the transition from meditation to contemplation, drawing on Christian mysticism and Advaita Vedanta. Inspired by St. John of the Cross’s Dark Night of the Soul, we delve into the shift from active meditation practices to the grace-filled state of contemplation, where seeking dissolves into pure being. We…
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Into the Mystic: Hitbonenut and the Path of Dissolution into the Divine
Explore the profound practice of Hitbonenut in Jewish mysticism—a pathway to dissolve the self into divine unity through Bittul, experiencing Ein Sof, the Infinite. Guided by timeless wisdom from Rabbi Shmuel Reich and inspired by the teachings of Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, this post reveals how contemplation transcends thought, opening doors to altruism, compassion,…
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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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Into the Mystic: Devekut and the Journey of Clinging to the Divine
Discover devekut, the mystical practice of clinging to the Divine, inspired by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi and timeless conversations with Rabbi Shmuel Reich. This journey into Jewish spirituality explores sacred traditions cherished by seekers for generations, guiding readers toward compassion, mindfulness, and divine unity. Join us as we uncover teachings that transcend the self…
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Discovering Mystical Contemplation: The Alter Rebbe’s Practice of Hitbonenut and Bittul
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Book: Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi: The Philosophy of Chabad” by Nisan Mendel, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, IntoTheMystic, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, ME/CFS Prayers: Finding Solace and Strength in Spirituality, Meditation Practices: Paths to Inner Peace and Clarity, Mindfulness, Meditation and Personal Growth, Mystic: Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, Mystics, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal GrowthExplore the transformative power of Hitbonenut and Bittul as practiced by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi. Discover how Jewish mysticism bridges meditation, self-nullification, and direct divine connection. This guide dives into the Alter Rebbe’s contemplative practices that transcend intellectual thought, leading to an experience of boundless awareness (Ein Sof). Perfect for seekers of Kabbalah, Chabad,…
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The Beauty of the Mind: Who Has the Most Beautiful Minds in America?
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Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Christian Mystics, Christianity: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Compassionate Care for the Vulnerable, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, For Our Nation’s Guidance and Unity, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Judaism: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, personal reflections, Sacred Community Collaboration, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Teacher: Paramahansa Yogananda, Teachers and Masters of the Buddha’s Path, Teachings: Tibetan Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Zen Teachings of the Buddha, The Philosophy and Teachings of the Buddha, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global Harmony, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaWhat makes a mind truly beautiful? Explore the qualities of creativity, empathy, wisdom, and compassion, and share who you think exemplifies a beautiful mind in America. This post invites a deep reflection on inner beauty, celebrates inspiring thinkers and everyday heroes, and encourages a shift from outward appearances to the profound elegance of thought and…
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