Buddha At The Gas Pump podcast

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In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…

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Buddha at the Gas Pump

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726. Dr. Neil Schuitevoerder 1:38:57

4 дня назад1:38:57

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Dr. Neil Schuitevoerder, a clinical and organizational psychologist, has been doing spiritual practices for 50 years. He's no longer interested in his ego's story, so here's the story of his soul's evolution: He had early instruction in how to use a pendulum, which led to the opening of his intuitive knowing, which has continued to expand into higher stages. His intense meditation practices in his 20s led to illness, and he was guided to return to a householder life as husband and father. He continued practices in mystical Judaism, then turned to Vedanta, kundalini, and other Hindu practices. With a kundalini master, and with the Diamond Approach technique of Inquiry, he opened the higher chakras and began to experience states of unity and nonduality, first with a near object, such as a tree, then with a far object, such as the galaxy. Slowly, the dualities of self/other, near/far, past/future, dissolved, and his knowing expanded to include the distant past, his past lives, his rebirth in this lifetime, and his ability to travel in subtle bodies to the subtle planes, including conversing with the deceased. His mind emptied out, then his body became empty, containing the whole galaxy, a nondual body. Then his astral body emptied out, and he no longer "traveled" but was united with the subtle mental and causal planes, all within him. The state of bliss is always accessible. The local identity of Neil remains when he functions in the world, as he lives in dual and nondual levels of awareness simultaneously. Neil's has a podcast with his wife, Connie Zweig, about his ongoing awakening and what it's like to live in the world in advanced levels of consciousness -- Dr. Neil's Spiritual Awakening to Nonduality. It posts on Apple, Spotify, and all platforms. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Interview recorded March 15, 2025…

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725. Jim Grove 1:37:48

5 weeks назад1:37:48

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Jim Grove is a lifelong practitioner of yogic meditation who grew up in a small logging town on the West Coast of Canada. At age thirteen, he was introduced to a teacher who was one of the few ministers directly ordained by Paramahansa Yogananda during his lifetime, Mother Yogacharya M. Hamilton of Seattle. A series of early transcendental experiences convinced him to commit himself to continued yogic practice under her tutelage. His recent memoir, A Curious Spiritual Journey, recounts some of the prominent experiences that have arisen from his practice over four decades, starting from early adolescence, in the interests of providing some insight into the often unpredictable process of spiritual unfoldment. He likes to speak plainly about spiritual experience and practice, avoiding the vague, abstract, and sometimes inflated language used in much spiritual and new age writing. He lives in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Website: jimgrove.ca Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Interview recorded February 15, 2025…

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724. Lisa Carrillo

7 weeks назад

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Although Lisa worked as a chemical engineer, spirituality always was the priority in her life. In 2009, at a silent retreat, her thought-based identity dropped away, and she saw only the single flow of benevolence in all that is. When some of those thoughts returned a few weeks later (less convincing than before), there also came a deep curiosity to inquire into those thoughts. She developed many tools to return to a lived experience of the deeper knowing. Both of her books share these tools. All that is is a vibrant expression erupting from a single full emptiness. Website: experiencingthetrueself.com Books: An Unprincipled Life: Living from the Unknown Living Awake: 20 Techniques to End "I Got It; I Lost It" Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded January 26, 2025…

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723. Eli Recht 2:03:37

10 weeks назад2:03:37

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Born and raised in San Diego, CA, and currently residing in Carlsbad, CA, Eli Recht is a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT), EMDR clinician, spiritual counselor, editor, and teacher of Self-realization. In 2020, Eli experienced a falling away of ego identity and an awakening to the true nature of Reality. As a result, Eli has dedicated his life to service – to help alleviate suffering, cultivate connection, guide people through the often-confusing journey of Life, and invite others to recognize our shared unconditioned essence. Eli’s specialty is blending contemporary psychological knowledge with timeless spiritual wisdom and advocating for the integration of these two disciplines. Website: elirecht.com Books (Editor and Foreword): Grace Happens: An Awakening of Consciousness Reflections of Consciousness: Essays on the Journey of Awakening and the Nature of Reality Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded January 11, 2025…

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722. Tanis Helliwell 1:46:41

12 weeks назад1:46:41

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Tanis Helliwell has seen higher realms and spoken with Masters, angels and elementals since childhood. Walking in many worlds, she led tours to sacred sites for two decades, was a management consultant working for over 30 years, and founded the International Institute for Transformation specializing in spiritual transformation in 2000. A true mystic who has worked with Masters in higher realms since childhood, her gift is assisting others to develop a soul-infused personal life in harmony with spiritual laws. Her knowledge and understanding of other worlds and spiritual realms can be found in some of her most popular books: Summer with the Leprechauns, The Leprechaun’s Story, HYBRIDS: So you think you are human, The High Beings of Hawaii, The Dragon's Tale, and Good Morning Henry: An In-Depth Journey With the Body Intelligence. Website: tanishelliwell.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group. Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded December 16.…

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721. Efrat Shokef 1:45:14

13 weeks назад1:45:14

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Efrat Shokef, Ph.D., is a mother to three spiritually aware teens. A daughter, wife, sister, writer, teacher, cosmic journeyer, a shamanic energy healing practitioner working primarily with children, teens, parents, and families, and the Author of The Promise We Made: Three Universal Soul Promises We Made to Our Children – Near Death Experience and the Parenting Teachings It Invites. Efrat was severely injured in a car crash and experienced a profound near-death experience (NDE) when her three daughters were all still younger than four. Her journey of physical recovery, the integration of her NDE, and, at the same time, her inability to participate in the caretaking of her daughters sent her on a quest to the essence of motherhood. What makes us our child(ren)’s parent beyond the doing? A quest and insights she shared in her book, and on her website. Efrat believes that when parents know/remember that they are more than their physical bodies or their confused, wounded emotions, they can recognize the luminosity of their child(ren). When we all accept that we are on a journey of growth, we can mirror the possibility of this Earthly journey to the children in our lives. When we walk our essence and connect to who we are at our core, we can see that same luminosity in everyone, beyond gender, race, ethnicity, or age. Respecting all others, including our children— dependent humans, yet also powerful, experienced souls—becomes a way of life. Explore articles and resources for Spiritually Aware Families and Contact Efrat through her website: https://efratshokef.com/ Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Interview recorded December 8, 2024.…

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720. Riyaz Motan 1:34:14

16 weeks назад1:34:14

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Born in Kenya, and of Indian ancestry, Riyaz came to North America when he was ten years old (growing up in Canada, and then moving to the United States as an adult). Each of these lands, peoples, and cultures has informed and shaped his expression and sensibilities. He is a product of both East and West. Most of his adult life has been devoted to the study and practice of both psychotherapy and spirituality. And both of these disciplines have been integral to a path of healing and awakening. Professionally, his life’s work has been to bring together Eastern wisdom with Western science and psychology in a synergistic alliance. After 26 years of mainly practicing as a psychotherapist, and many years of teaching and supervising students and interns in a transpersonally oriented graduate school (CIIS in San Francisco), he has shifted his work in a more explicitly spiritual direction. He now leads individuals and groups in spiritual work through groups, and day-long and multi-day retreats. In April 2023, he received dharma transmission and the blessing of his teacher, Adyashanti. Website: riyazmotan.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded November 26, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 Embracing Vulnerability in Teaching 00:03:24 Transition to Spiritual Teaching 00:06:25 The Unexpected Lung Cancer Diagnosis 00:10:10 Embracing Life's Challenges as Spiritual Lessons 00:13:24 Philosophy of Evolution and Suffering 00:17:23 Embracing Mortality and Living Fully 00:20:23 Wisdom from Sri Ramakrishna: Always Be Learning 00:23:25 Navigating Cancer Treatment Challenges 00:26:34 Embracing Alternative Healing Methods 00:29:41 Embracing Non-Western Healing Approaches 00:33:01 The Profound Experience of Near-Death and Out-of-Body Events 00:36:32 Personal Transformations Through Marriage 00:40:30 Embracing Earthly Spirituality 00:45:53 The Impact of Spirituality as an Escape Mechanism 00:49:46 Cultivating Presence for Emotional Healing 00:53:54 The Power of Group Consciousness 00:57:45 The Toll of Being a Spiritual Teacher 01:01:07 Embracing Vulnerability in Teaching 01:05:08 The Evolution of Spiritual Teaching Methodologies 01:08:57 Evolution of Teacher-Student Dynamics in Education 01:12:51 Importance of Preparatory Spiritual Practices 01:16:26 Lack of Spiritual Development and Global Issues 01:19:34 Humanity's Crisis and Opportunity for Change 01:22:26 Awakening of a New Consciousness 01:26:27 Exploring Neurodivergence and Enhanced Perception 01:30:28 Transformative Power of Psychedelics and Nature 01:33:46 Ayahuasca Experience: A Catalyst for Awakening 01:36:57 Spiritual Awakening through Nature and Retreats 01:40:52 Exploring the Hero Dose: Insights from Adyashanti 01:43:41 Transition from One-to-One Work to Spiritual Mentoring 01:47:33 Upcoming Guests and Spiritual Experiences…

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719. Thomas Legrand 1:38:39

18 weeks назад1:38:39

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Thomas Legrand is a wisdom’s seeker, a social scientist and sustainability practitioner. He is the author of the internationally acclaimed book “Politics of Being. Wisdom and Science for a New Development Paradigm” (2022), an invitation to radically rethink our model of development, which received the Grand Prize of the Nautilus Book Award in 2024. His spiritual journey began at the age of 23 with an encounter with native spirituality in Mexico, before embracing the wisdom of a wide range of traditions and practices, including meditation, energetic healing and Tai-chi-chuan. He lives with his wife and their two young daughters near Plum Village, the monastery of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh in the South West of France, his country. He is currently the Lead Technical Advisor for the UNDP-convened Conscious Food Systems Alliance. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Interview recorded November 9, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to Thomas Legrand and His Work 00:03:27 Integrating Politics and Spirituality 00:07:32 Radical Restructuring for Humanity's Survival 00:10:43 Prophecies of Transformation and Enlightenment 00:15:14 Exploring Spiritual Solutions for Society 00:19:22 The Necessity of Consciously Attending to Ethics in Spiritual Practice 00:23:51 Spirituality and Science Collaboration 00:27:12 The Influence of Sri Aurobindo's Spiritual Work on Global Events 00:31:11 Spiritual Practices and Deep Forces 00:34:53 The Need for Spiritual Transformation 00:39:07 Theory X and Theory Y: Workplace Dynamics 00:43:34 Prisons as Factories of Stress and Recidivism 00:48:32 The Importance of Relationships in Happiness 00:52:40 The Impact of Collective Consciousness 00:56:18 Emerging Sciences for Happiness and Peace 01:00:30 Integrating Wisdom and Science for Unity 01:04:21 Healing Patterns on a Societal Level 01:09:00 Transformation Through Breakdown and Regrowth 01:12:06 Introducing the Concept of a Politics of Being 01:15:30 The Shift Back to Human Dimensions 01:20:37 Implementing Spiritual Solutions in Everyday Life 01:25:51 Economic Inequality as the Root of Social Issues 01:30:39 The Necessity of Change in Society 01:36:22 The Baha'i Vision and Progressive Revelation 01:39:03 Understanding the Soul of a Nation in a Globalized World 01:43:25 The Destiny of Unity and Diversity 01:48:08 Conversations on Conflict and Harmony in Israel 01:50:45 Healing Trauma as a Gateway 01:53:37 Presidential Apology and Indigenous Healing 01:56:00 Navigating Economic Growth and Conscious Transformation 02:00:23 Exploring Our Website Offerings…

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718. Georgette Star 1:42:52

21 weeks назад1:42:52

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For over 30 years, Georgette Star, MA, D.Min, has dedicated her life to empowering adults and youth to live soul-embodied, joyful, and purposeful lives. An intuitive Soul Stream Life Coach & Mentor, and Method trainer, her own deep quest for Self-Realization informs all aspects of her work. Finding joy in sharing this journey with others and a calling to contribute to the greater good inspired her to found the Life Blessing Institute (LBI). This transformational learning community is designed to guide individuals on the journey of human potential, spiritual awakening, and actualization of their soul’s agenda. Through LBI, Georgette developed a variety of programs, including Maiden Spirit & Peace Warriors Youth Programs, Individual and Community Rites of Passage Celebrations and the Soul Stream Method Practitioner Training. Currently Georgette is also working on a documentary film titled The Woman’s Rite. The film examines the challenges of ageism faced by women (and all genders) and explores how these limitations can be transformed through creative expression, conscious rites-of-passage and spiritual awakening. It highlights the opportunity for women to step into empowered, vibrant, and respected elderhood, offering their wisdom, creativity, light, and love to a world that deeply needs their contributions. Georgette holds a Master’s degree from the Naropa Institute and a Doctorate of Ministry from the University of Creation Spirituality. Using her life experience, education and an array of natural abilities, Georgette actively pursues contributing to humankind however she can. In addition to her professional work, she cherishes being a mom, grandmother, artist, forest dweller and daughter of Mother Earth. She also finds joy in creating collaboratively with others and sharing the spiritual journey of awakening with her friends and colleagues. Website links: The Life Blessing Institute (LBI) The Woman’s Rite documentary project Click here to contact Georgette if you are interested in her Soul Stream Life Map Readings and include the word “BatGap” in the message field. Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded October 27, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:03:51 Georgette Star: Wisdom and Creativity for a Needy World 00:07:28 Spiritual Awakening for Ordinary People 00:11:17 Embracing Categories in Spiritual Journeys 00:15:00 Embracing Uncertainty and the Free Fall of Life 00:17:59 Embracing Paradox and Spiritual Maturity 00:22:17 Can Society Transition Without Collapse? 00:26:08 Discovering Meaning in Spiritual Practice 00:30:43 Women's Rights Documentary Project 00:34:32 The Visionary Origins of the Project 00:38:51 The Journey from Idea to Film 00:43:27 Reflecting on Life's Journey and Self-Discovery 00:47:42 Childhood Mystical Experiences 00:51:34 Early Meditation Experiences and Visionary Insights 00:55:11 Meditation vs. Drug Use: Finding Natural Bliss 00:59:18 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs about Aging and Activity 01:03:54 Benefits of Pickleball and Meditation for Seniors 01:07:49 Creating Maiden Spirit: Empowering Young Girls 01:11:31 The Dark Side of Technology and Its Impact on Young Girls 01:15:44 Overcoming the Fear of Death with Spirituality 01:19:51 Transition from Scientist to Mystic 01:23:20 A Traumatic Car Accident and Its Impact 01:26:55 Timelessness in Self-Identity 01:30:06 Discovering the Concept of Original Blessing with Matthew Fox 01:34:47 Introduction to Soulstream Life Maps 01:38:40 Understanding Karmic Learning Pathways 01:42:00 The Role of Vedic Astrology in Naming 01:45:54 The Ripple Effect of Personal Growth 01:50:16 The Importance of Consciousness in Global Change…

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717. Edi Bilimoria 1:40:13

23 weeks назад1:40:13

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Dr. Edi Bilimoria was born in India and educated at the universities of London, Sussex, and Oxford. He presents an unusual blend of experience in the fields of science, arts, and philosophy. Professionally, Edi is an award-winning engineer and consultant to the petrochemical, oil and gas, transport, and construction industries. He has been Project Manager and Head of Design for major innovative projects such as the Channel Tunnel, London Underground systems, petrochemical plants and offshore installations. He also worked in safety and environmental engineering for several Royal Navy projects, including the Queen Elizabeth Aircraft Carrier and the fleet of Offshore Patrol Vessels. A student of the perennial philosophy for over half a century, Edi has given courses and lectured extensively in the UK, and internationally. He has organized and chaired conferences with the object of encouraging discourse on the different, but overlapping, roles of science, religion, and practical philosophy. Edi has published extensively in the fields of science, engineering, and the esoteric philosophy. "Unfolding Consciousness" has received recognition with the 2022 Grand Prize Award from the Scientific and Medical Network. Edi's earlier work, "The Snake and the Rope" is also an award winner. Website: edibilimoria.com Summary and transcript of this interview Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Interview recorded October 12, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:02:50 The Intersection of Science, Spirituality, and Philosophy 00:06:22 The Evolution of Scientific Thought 00:10:10 Understanding the Levels of Science and Consciousness 00:14:20 The Limits of Intellect and Wisdom of Great Thinkers 00:18:45 Meditation, Psychedelics, and Brain Perception 00:23:13 The Brain as a Transmitter-Receiver 00:26:51 Misunderstanding Isaac Newton's Philosophy 00:30:49 Is the Sun Alive? Examining Unconventional Definitions of Life 00:34:13 The Incredible Complexity of Human Cells 00:37:39 Debunking the Infinite Monkey Theorem 00:41:40 Materialism and Its Role in Science 00:44:42 The Potential of Science and Spirituality Working Together 00:49:12 The Intersection of Science and Spirituality 00:53:04 The Science of the Human Eye: Discoveries and Design 00:56:44 The Debate on Intelligent Design and Evolution 01:00:09 The Interplay of Spirit and Matter in Evolution 01:04:36 Evolution as a Spiritual Journey 01:08:30 The Monad and the Journey to Divinity 01:12:12 The Absurdity of Freezing Bodies and Understanding Reincarnation 01:15:01 Exploring the Distinction Between Ethics and Morality 01:17:56 The Spiritual Essence of Matter 01:21:17 Understanding Karma: The Puzzle Piece of the Universe 01:24:08 Understanding Karma and Spiritual Evolution 01:27:56 Personal Spiritual Journey: Overcoming Life Challenges 01:31:14 Understanding Karma and Rising to Bodhisattva 01:34:42 Themes of the Book: Mystery Teachings 01:37:06 The Myth of Bacchus and Human Duality 01:40:45 Understanding the Supreme Consciousness and the Kabbalah 01:44:56 David Bohm and the Unity Elephant in Science 01:48:13 Building a Body of Wisdom Through Interlocking Insights…

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716. Kim Sheridan 1:30:58

25 weeks назад1:30:58

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Kim Sheridan is an award-winning author, naturopath, entrepreneur, and more. Her focus includes animals, the afterlife, health, the environment, veganism, and all topics related to compassion for humans and animals alike. She is a highly respected expert on life after death for animals, and much of her time is devoted to rescuing animals, caring for them, and providing hospice care for elderly animals making their transition to spirit. Kim is the author of Animals and the Afterlife and the founder of Compassion Circle, a non-profit organization with a mission to expand the circle of compassion to all beings. Compassion Circle is comprised of animal rescue, animal sanctuary, and a line of nutritional products for animals, all proceeds of which help fund the rescue and sanctuary. Kim has been listed in 2,000 Notable American Women, Who’s Who in Executives and Professionals, and Great Minds of the 21st Century. Her goal is to help make the world a better place, to provide comfort to those grieving the loss of a beloved animal, and to be a voice for the voiceless, teaching compassion and respect for all living beings. Website: animalsandtheafterlife.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded September 30, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:04:15 Life's Mission and Early Connection to Animals 00:07:32 Mystical Experiences and Auras 00:11:32 Finding Peace with Loss 00:15:20 The Value of Immortality Discussed 00:18:26 The Gift of Animal Communicators 00:22:07 Debating the Afterlife with an Atheist 00:25:29 The Case for Intelligent Design 00:28:43 The Spiritual Connection with Animals 00:32:21 Ethical Considerations of Consuming Different Life Forms 00:36:27 Animal and Human Visitations After Passing 00:38:27 Understanding Animal Communication and Grief 00:42:17 The Role of Compassion in Spiritual Teachings 00:45:52 The Possibility of Animals Returning in Another Form 00:49:08 The Debate on Souls and Animals in Religion 00:52:41 The Soul's Higher Self and Astral Realms 00:56:18 The Concept of Group Souls in Nature 00:59:19 The Continuation of Love Beyond Loss 01:02:17 Tribute to June: The Rat That Inspired a Journey 01:05:01 Ghostly Encounters with Deceased Pets 01:08:45 Embracing Mystical Experiences 01:12:14 The Importance of Open-Mindedness in Science 01:15:25 Scientists and Believers: Bridging the Gap 01:19:37 Messages from Animals through Professional Mediums 01:21:59 Communicating with Animals and Nature 01:24:48 Experiencing Pet Communication 01:27:51 Profound Contact Dreams 01:31:16 Investigating Electronic Voice Phenomenon (EVP) 01:34:25 Werner Von Braun on Spiritual Continuity 01:37:41 Full Circle: The Author's Journey and Ending Reflections 01:41:10 Safe Driving Tips and Personal Experiences…

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715. Lucas Bergendahl 1:35:33

27 weeks назад1:35:33

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Four years ago, I experienced an awakening that opened up different worlds and granted me access to the Akasha through telepathy, leading to a higher state of consciousness. Since then, I have dedicated my time to integrating this experience and helping others identify past influences that hinder the realization of their soul's full presence. I also assist animals through telepathy. I conduct workshops on esoteric teachings gathered since my awakening, providing keys to help people find their way home. Website: lucasbergendahl.com Summary and transcript of this interview Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Interview recorded September 7, 2024 Youtube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Awakening to a Higher State of Consciousness 00:03:50 - Past Lives and Spiritual Awakening 00:08:29 - The Soul's Incarnation and Past Lives 00:12:32 - Telepathic Ability Overwhelm 00:16:24 - Unveiling Illusions and Past Lives 00:19:47 - Healing Karmic Patterns in Past Lives 00:22:46 - Distinguishing Between Fantasy and Reality 00:26:36 - Embracing Working Hypotheses and Evidence-Based Beliefs 00:31:06 - Perceptions and Beginner's Mind 00:35:20 - The Three Timelines of Atlantis 00:38:59 - Connecting with Past Lives and Subtle Energy Systems 00:43:12 - Telepathy and Intuition 00:46:52 - Identifying with Cosmic Flow and the Unrealistic Separation of Waves 00:50:48 - Telepathic Connection with Psychic Dogs 00:51:00 - Communication with Animals and Telepathy 00:54:06 - Telepathy in Communication 00:57:47 - Healing from Past Trauma Through Consciousness 01:00:37 - The Importance of Incarnation 01:04:40 - The Importance of Opening Up to Cosmos 01:07:51 - Understanding Negative Feelings and Consciousness 01:10:53 - Rising Above Dark Destinies 01:13:41 - Deep Dive for Enlightenment 01:17:00 - The Cycle of Enlightenment and Oppression 01:20:27 - Soul Group Incarnation Theory 01:25:07 - Exploring Past Lives and Karmic Patterns 01:28:01 - The Pain of Compassion and Conscious Eating 01:31:32 - Cultural Perspectives on Meat Consumption 01:35:52 - The Responsibility to Help Others 01:40:26 - Creating a Healing Community 01:44:33 - Emotional Investment in Students 01:49:10 - Resisting the Temptation of Fame and Following a Higher Calling 01:53:30 - Bonds of Affinity with New Friends…

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714. Nishanth Selvalingam 2:00:28

29 weeks назад2:00:28

2:00:28

A lifelong student of philosophy and comparative religion, a practitioner of Shaiva Tantra in the Shaiva Siddhanta lineage, and recent entrant into the Ramakrishna lineage by his guru, Swami Sarvadevananda Puri, Nishanth Selvalingam shares an authentic, firsthand approach to the Sanskrit texts of the Tantrik scriptural tradition to expose audiences to the profoundly positive and transformative philosophies and practices that this tradition offers. Nishanth Selvalingam graduated from UCLA with a B.A. in Philosophy in 2024 and now lives in Westwood, Los Angeles where he hosts satsanghs with his wife, coaches middle school debate and lectures incessantly on all things Tantra and Non-Duality. Website: nishyoga.com Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Interview recorded August 18, 2024…

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713. Tree Wiseblood 2 1:40:15

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Tree works as a Spiritual Mentor, Kundalini Support, Certified Global TRE® Instructor, Transformational Bodyworker and a Healer from the Shamanic tradition. Tree believes healing trauma can precipitate spiritual awakening and it is from this precept she works. She works with the body releasing contraction and with the nervous system establishing balance - with the understanding that a disregulated nervous system can hold the beingness hostage. She believes enlightenment is achieved not by bypassing the body, but by going into the body. By addressing and releasing trauma bound in the flesh and stored in the nervous system. This is true freedom and the result is presence - embodied. Tree has been a devotee of Meher Baba since she was 21. She and her husband are establishing a Retreat Centre on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, Australia called Meher Farm Healing and Awakening Centre. Tree is the author of Hot Flush Dark Cave describing her healing and awakening journey through the portal of menopause. She is a devoted mother, grandmother and healer - her favourite past time is swimming in the river and the ocean and chanting to God. Website: awakeningthroughthebody.com.au Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group Summary and transcript of this interview Interview recorded August 3, 2024 YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:03:53 - The Correlation Between Consciousness and Neurophysiology 00:07:53 - The Loop of an Agitated Nervous System 00:11:35 - The Nervous System and the Flow State 00:15:38 - The Impact of Early Trauma in Human Beings 00:19:39 - The Importance of Healing the Nervous System 00:23:22 - Trauma and its manifestations 00:27:11 - “Koyaanisqatsi: Life Out of Balance” 00:31:06 - Body Work and Spiritual Awakening 00:35:21 - Kundalini Awakening and Working with the Body 00:39:05 - Working through Impressions 00:43:00 - The Beginning of the Involution 00:47:13 - Understanding vs Realization 00:51:05 - Avatars and Spiritual Teachers 00:54:55 - Astral Exorcism and Healing Dance 00:58:44 - The Kundalini Awakening Process 01:02:31 - Kundalini Awakening and Spontaneous Movements 01:06:19 - Purging Negativity 01:09:54 - The Annihilation of the Apparent World 01:13:37 - The Final Destination and Different Planes of Existence 01:17:35 - The Journey of Awakening 01:21:44 - The Existence of Ego in Different States 01:25:51 - Kundalini Awakening and the Sacred Fluids 01:29:42 - The Value of a Life 01:33:33 - Different Types of Meditation 01:37:30 - Releasing Emotions 01:41:18 - The Presence of Benign and Caring Intelligences 01:45:17 - Healing Ceremonies and Nature Retreats 01:49:19 - Following Intuition and Divine Orchestration at 61 01:53:24 - Following the Synchronicities 01:56:55 - In Touch for the Next 15 Years…

Buddha at the Gas Pump

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