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Seeking a Sacred Home for My Spiritual Sanctuary
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Guiding Principles, Health and Wellness: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit., IntoTheMystic, Sacred Community Collaboration, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global HarmonyFor over 30 years, my RV has served as a sacred space for spiritual practice and meditation. Now, I’m seeking a spiritual community to repurpose it as a retreat cabin for seekers of peace, mindfulness, and refuge. Join me in exploring how this RV can continue offering sanctuary through collaboration. This post details the vision,…
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Embracing the ME/CFS Crash: A Journey of Pacing, Overdoing, and the Practice of Witnessing. Or, Non-duality Rocks!
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, 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, ME/CFS Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Navigating Wellness and Support, 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, Mindfulness of Emotions, Mindfulness Practices- Zen, Dharma, Advaita Vedanta, Nonduality,, Mindfulness, Meditation and Personal Growth, Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal GrowthLiving with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) requires mindful pacing and self-compassion. In this post, I explore how to navigate the crashes that come from overdoing it, sharing personal experiences and insights into the importance of witnessing mental fluctuations (vrittis) and impressions (pratyayas). I discuss how to avoid the “second arrow” of suffering and offer practical…
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Book Review: “Our Pristine Mind” by Orgyen Chowang
Advaita Vedanta, “The Pristine Mind” by Orgyen Chowang, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Christianity: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Health and Wellness: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit., IntoTheMystic, Jnana Yoga: The Path of Knowledge and Self-Inquiry, ME/CFS Mindful Healing & Meditation Practices, 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, Meditation and Personal Growth, Mystics, Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, The Philosophy and Teachings of the Buddha, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global HarmonyDiscover the transformative power of living in the present moment with Embracing the Eternal Now: Cultivating Spiritual Presence in Daily Life. This blog post explores how mindfulness, equanimity, and spiritual connection can bring profound peace and clarity to your everyday life. Through practices rooted in Christian and Jewish traditions, learn how to listen to the…
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Book Review: Cultivating Inner Clarity: The Path to a Pristine Mind by Orgyen Chowang
Discover the transformative power of observing the clarity of your mind with insights from Orgyen Chowang’s teachings. This blog post guides you through daily mindfulness practices to cultivate inner peace, clarity, and connection with your true self. Learn how to dissolve mental confusion, practice compassionate self-observation, and journey towards a pristine mind. Whether you’re new…
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Rapture: An Inner Experience or a Future Event?
Christianity: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Faith in Action: Manifesting Beliefs Through Service, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, Guiding Principles, Navigating Faith: Exploring Challenges and Insights, The Dark Night of the Soul, The Teachings of Jesus: Wisdom, Love, and CompassionExplore the profound concept of rapture as both a transcendent future event and an immediate inner experience of divine union. This blog delves into the teachings of Christian mystics like Saint Teresa of Avila and Saint John of the Cross, who reveal how rapture can be accessed through deep spiritual practice. Discover practical steps for…
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Book Review: The Pristine Mind: Embracing the Nature of Thoughts
Discover the transformative power of pristine mind meditation as taught by Guru Rinpoche, Padmasambhava. Learn how thoughts naturally arise and dissipate like clouds in the sky, revealing the ever-present clarity and wisdom within. This practice helps reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, foster compassion, and build emotional resilience. Embrace mindfulness to reconnect with your true essence…
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Book Review: The Unchanging Nature of Our Pristine Mind
Discover the unchanging nature of your mind through the wisdom of Orgyan Cholwang and Bodhisattva Maitreya. Learn how your “pristine mind,” like the “changeless sky,” remains clear and stable amidst life’s challenges. This post explores the difference between the “ordinary mind” and the “pristine mind,” offering practical meditation techniques to connect with your true nature.…
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A Christian Mystic is Also a Yogi: Bridging the Spiritual Traditions
Discover the profound connection between Christian mysticism and yoga, exploring how both traditions share a journey toward divine union, inner transformation, and spiritual awakening. This blog post delves into the contemplative practices, ascetic disciplines, and the universal quest for oneness with the Divine, revealing how Christian mystics and yogis alike seek to transcend the ego…
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Harnessing the Power of Attention: Control and Influence
Explore the profound impact of harnessing the power of attention in shaping your consciousness and influencing your life. This blog post delves into how deliberate focus can help manage stress, enhance productivity, and foster personal growth. Learn techniques for reducing cognitive overload, enhancing focus, and fostering positive change through mindful attention and positive affirmations. By…
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