Ram Dass Here And Now

Ep. 147 – Motives for Spiritual Practice

Jun 26, 2019
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INSIGHT

Motives for Spiritual Practice

  • People enter spiritual practices with various motives, some seeking solace and others seeking power.
  • These motives influence the outcomes of these practices, especially in meditation.
ANECDOTE

The King and the Ring

  • Ram Dass shares a story of a king who seeks something to make him happy when unhappy.
  • The wise men offer a ring inscribed with "This too shall pass," highlighting the transient nature of experiences.
ADVICE

Honesty in Spiritual Practice

  • Get your psychological and life games in order before pursuing higher spiritual practices.
  • Be honest with your motivations; denying them hinders progress.
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