Ep. 274 – The Creative Force of the Universe

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Mar 31, 2025

In a captivating Q&A from 1993, Ram Dass explores the balance between separateness and unity while tackling personal passions and mindfulness. He reflects on the creative force of the universe, the complexities of relationships, and the transition from self to a collective consciousness. With humor and insight, he addresses societal turmoil and personal fears, transforming them into wisdom. The discussion concludes with a guided meditation that fosters awareness and compassion, emphasizing our shared humanity and the interconnectedness of all beings.

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ADVICE

Handling Dislike

Stay true to yourself and cultivate different levels of consciousness.
Learn to say no to actions, not to the person, by keeping your heart open.

ANECDOTE

Talking Frog

Ram Dass tells a story about a man who finds a talking frog.
The frog offers to become a woman, but the man prefers the talking frog.

ADVICE

Staying Present

Don't push away the past or future; expand your awareness to include the present.
Use methods like focusing on your breath to center yourself in the now.

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In this Q&A session from 1993, Ram Dass talks about his passions, the balance of separateness and unity, dealing with turmoil, the creative force of the universe, and more.

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This episode of Here and Now is from a Q&A session at an event in Boise, Idaho in April 1993.

Ram Dass begins with questions about dealing with people who might not like you, what his current passions in life are, and the art of staying in the present moment.
Ram Dass moves on to inquiries about hesitating when action feels needed, making the transition from somebody to nobody, and the limits of Carl Jung’s work with mythic archetypes.
Finally, Ram Dass answers questions about dealing with polarization and turmoil in the world, offers his personal feelings about organized religion, and explores the creative force of the universe. He ends with a brief guided meditation centered around awareness and compassion for those who are suffering.

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“There is a process where, when you get out of the way, the whole creative force of the universe keeps expressing itself through the way you walk, talk, dance, paint, write, whatever your thing is.” – Ram Dass

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