The Nonduality Podcast The Wonder of Being | Nonduality
Feb 23, 2025
Join Amy Ward, a practitioner focused on inherent goodness, and Daniel H Shapiro, who delves into themes of wonder and direct experience, as they explore self-discovery and the importance of embracing authenticity. They discuss the transformative power of storytelling and how our perceptions shape reality, encouraging listeners to revel in the present moment. The conversation highlights the coexistence of joy and sorrow, inviting a deeper understanding of life that transcends societal narratives. Reflecting on presence and gratitude, they remind us of the beauty found in being truly aware.
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Joy Beyond Reason
- Joy does not require external reasons or objects to arise.
- True joy is a quiet acceptance that embraces all emotions, even sorrow.
Childhood Spiritual Crack Experience
- Daniel had a childhood spiritual experience seeing a lightning bolt as a crack in the world.
- This crack sparked his lifelong wonder about what lies beyond ordinary perception.
Painting Opens New Perceptions
- Amy began painting recently to express the immediacy and wonder of experience.
- This opened a new way to see and appreciate nature beyond intellectualizing it.