182: Kat Adamson, Guest Explorer

Mar 14, 2025

In this engaging conversation, Kat Adamson, the widow of renowned non-duality teacher Sailor Bob Adamson, shares her journey of love and loss. She discusses Bob's profound teachings, emphasizing that there is no separate self, only awareness. Kat reflects on the importance of community support in healing and the path to self-discovery. Through guided meditation, listeners are invited to experience present awareness and explore their true nature beyond mental constraints. Her insights offer a fresh perspective on grief, connection, and spiritual awakening.

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ANECDOTE

Sailor Bob's Sobriety

Sailor Bob's nickname originated in AA to distinguish him from other Bobs.
He remained sober for 64 years, demonstrating that recovery is possible.

ANECDOTE

Meeting Nisargadatta

Sailor Bob, devastated by a breakup, went to Muktananda's ashram in India.
He later discovered Nisargadatta Maharaj through a series of coincidences and a librarian's suggestion.

INSIGHT

No Techniques, Just Recognition

Sailor Bob didn't receive techniques from Nisargadatta, but pure recognition.
He valued their time together and often brought other Westerners to meet Nisargadatta.

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In this episode, we talk to Kat Adamson, widow of the late non-duality teacher Sailor Bob Adamson, about his life, teachings, legacy, and Bob’s core message: There is no separate self, only awareness expressing through various forms.

• Includes a guided meditation helping us to relax into present awareness and recognize it as our essential nature, prior to all experiences, thoughts, and sensations.

To learn more about Kat Adamson and Sailor Bob Adamson, please visit https://www.sailorbobadamson.com/ Bob and Kat’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SailorBobAdamson Sailor Bob’s Memorial Service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cx8Mqa7oW9Y&t=40s

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