Ram Dass Here And Now Ep. 83 - Vale of Tears
Sep 1, 2015
Ram Dass, a celebrated spiritual teacher and author of 'Be Here Now,' shares his profound insights on the separateness that brings suffering, referred to as 'the vale of tears.' He discusses how our belief systems impact perceptions and the need for spiritual work to navigate life's chaos. Delving into self-awareness and detachment, Ram Dass emphasizes embracing life fully while recognizing its transient nature. He intertwines wisdom with personal anecdotes, guiding listeners towards unity with the divine and encouraging gratitude for the journey of consciousness.
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Fear of Mystical Experience
- Mystical experiences disrupt our attachment to separateness and familiar reality models.
- This disruption causes fear and rejection, leading us to avoid these profound experiences despite their value.
Life's Design for Awakening
- Our birth setting and life circumstances are perfectly designed for soul's karma and growth.
- What seems chaotic is an exquisite unfolding towards full consciousness as God.
Paranoia from Separateness
- The idea of 'them' arises from our fear and paranoia to protect separateness.
- Society divides people into 'us' and 'them', fueling neuroses and fear.