Ram Dass Here And Now Ep. 130 - The Spiritual Path
Jun 29, 2018
Ram Dass, a spiritual teacher and author, discusses the cycles of liberation on the spiritual path. He explores honesty, awareness, detachment, and the evolution of spiritual practices. The podcast delves into the metaphor of a wheel guiding listeners through worldly experiences to the formless void. Ram Dass also touches on meditation, Samadhi, and exploring deeper realms of consciousness for self-discovery.
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Progression From Highs To Steady Awareness
- Spiritual practice shifts you from pursuing highs to loosening clinging and inhabiting awareness.
- The balance gradually moves from world to void and timing must be honored.
Respect Your Pace
- Honor your personal timing and do not force spiritual progress faster than it comes.
- Press slightly against attachments but avoid ego-driven leaps that create phony states.
Match Practice To Predisposition
- Choose practices that align with your natural proclivities: mind, heart, or body.
- Karmic strengths guide method selection, from jnana to bhakti to physical disciplines.