Ep. 56 - The Standing Meditation Practice That Saved My Life - With Nate Rifkin
Nov 1, 2021
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Nate Rifkin, self-improvement advocate and author, shares his journey from a troubled upbringing to finding fulfillment through Taoist practices. He discusses the benefits of standing meditation and the importance of working with energy. The speaker emphasizes the progression and benefits of standing meditation, encouraging listeners to start their personal transformation journey. They also provide information about the guest's book and website as comprehensive guides to implementing energetic knowledge.
Taoist standing meditation helped Nate overcome self-destructive habits and improve his emotional well-being.
Quieting the mind and connecting to your inner guidance system opens the door to self-awareness and inner power.
Deep dives
Nate Rifkin's Journey from Rock Bottom to Transformation
Nate Rifkin shares his personal story of hitting rock bottom. Growing up in a dysfunctional family and experiencing social challenges, Nate struggled with depression and self-hate. Despite trying various self-help methods, nothing seemed to work. However, his life took a positive turn after discovering the ancient practice of Taoist standing meditation. By focusing on his energy and engaging in this practice, Nate experienced a profound transformation. The practice helped him overcome his self-destructive habits, quit alcohol, and improve his emotional well-being. As he delved deeper into the practice, he noticed significant shifts in his outer life, including financial improvements and a newfound sense of self-confidence. Nate's journey highlights the power of working with your energy to bring about positive change in all aspects of life.
The Importance of Quieting the Mind
Nate emphasizes the importance of quieting the mind and connecting to your inner guidance system. Through practices such as deep breathing and feeling the energy in your belly, you can naturally quiet the mind and tap into the guidance that is always present. By focusing on feeling rather than intellect, you create space for intuitive insights and self-knowledge to arise. Quieting the mind opens the door to deeper self-awareness and a greater connection to your inner power.
Taking Practices Deeper for Transformation
Nate shares the significance of taking practices deeper in order to experience transformation. This involves spending more time on a practice and gradually increasing its duration. Going deeper allows for the exploration of emotions, memories, and spiritual experiences that arise during the practice. By diving deeper into a single practice, you cultivate self-knowledge, harness the power of energy, and connect with your authentic self. Going deeper creates a strong foundation for personal growth and leads to profound shifts in all areas of life.
Accessing the Power of Energy through Taoist Practices
Nate discusses the benefits of engaging in Taoist practices to work with your body's energy. These practices offer a scientific approach to understanding and harnessing energy. By tonifying and purging old negative energy, Taoist practices can bring about profound changes internally and externally. Nate highlights the importance of seeking guidance from a skilled teacher to ensure safe and effective practice. Engaging in deep breathing exercises and the Taoist standing meditation are practical ways to begin experiencing the power of energy and its transformative effects.
