From the Archives: The Deep Place of The Guru Function

What happens when we understand the guru not as an identity but as the nurturing function of Mother Nature itself? The guru is the force of caring, the universal means of transmission that arises in real relationships. It is never a social status or a personal claim. It is no more than a friend and no less than a friend.

This talk explores how the word guru has been toxified in recent decades and how it can be purified again. The guru is not an authority figure but the natural current of friendship, affection, and Yoga shared between actual people. When that relationship is present, transformation becomes possible.

Key Takeaways

Guru is Heavy – The word guru means heavy, a powerful influence that can alter the course of life.

Beyond Ego – What is often called ego is only association, never a fixed identity.

Transmission Through Relationship – Yoga, Buddhism, and Christianity all point to the same heart: the relationship between teacher and student.

Three Qualifications to Teach – You need a good teacher, your own practice, and genuine care for others.

Purifying Guru and Sex – Both must be healed so that teaching and intimacy are clear, respectful, and free of misuse.

Living as Beauty – The beauty of nature is the same beauty that stands in your own body as your actual condition.

Links & Resources

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