Nonduality: The Wholeness of Experience

In this episode of the Nonduality Podcast, Paul Dobson and Nic Higham invite the listener to witness how the natural state is ever-present and accessible in each moment by feeling into our sense of aliveness. “That sense of aliveness you already feel and already know so well – that is your entrance, that’s your doorway,” says Nic. “There is this fundamental aliveness, a fundamental potency of intelligence, a fundamental pureness that is both behind all things and which permeates all things. “This aliveness is built into everything – it’s what everything is made of. “Discovering, noticing and tuning into that aliveness is the essence of spirituality and the essence of living.” The natural state we may appear to discover in this sense of aliveness is actually always already present but may seem to be obscured by thoughts and concepts, says Nic. “Whatever Is appearing right now is always the natural state – it can’t not be natural. What makes it seemingly unnatural or distorted is in the interpretation of it and then approaching it from the interpretation as opposed to the actuality itself. “We misinterpret the natural state – we chunk it up and divide it with concepts.” To be in the natural state, therefore, takes no effort but recognising it may be frustrating. Paul and Nic compare the process to that of a Chinese finger trap. “To release yourself from the finger trap its almost like you have to go through the process of going at it first. “You get the frustration, you pull and you push. Eventually, once you are worn out you might stop and your fingers come out. “The answer was there all along – doing nothing. But you can’t force a nothingness. “This is the subtlety of what we’re talking about.” In the conversation Paul and Nic give several key pointers to help us see this clearly for ourselves including how: The process of illumination is to exclude all that isn’t essential to the natural state. Automatic assumptions will prevail for as long as we don’t question them. It is in the questioning of what we instantly believe to be so that these beliefs can dissolve Anything that arises, including difficulty, pain or struggle can be seen as the energy of aliveness and presents us an opportunity to recognise the natural state. "Nonduality" refers to the recognition, realisation and fact that life is one in essence. The Nonduality Podcast with Nondual Therapist Nic Higham and Paul Dobson. Nic Higham, nondual therapy: https://nisargayoga.org In this enlightening yet accessible podcast, co-presenter Paul Dobson and author and nondual therapist Nic Higham explore the truth of Nonduality. Join Paul and Nic’s real-time exploration of life beyond the illusion of separateness. They ask: ‘Who am I? What is the nature of our experience? What is self-inquiry? What is meditation?’ Inquire into the present moment and drop your false ideas.  Music by Scott Buckley - https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/

Peter Brown, a teacher of the Yoga of Radiant Presence, shares insightful perspectives on direct experience and consciousness. He emphasizes how our immediate being embodies the divine, making us part of an all-encompassing reality. As he unravels the complexities of perception, listeners are invited to embrace the fluid nature of existence. The discussion highlights the spontaneous essence of present-moment awareness, urging reflection on the interplay between individual experience and the greater whole. Brown encourages an engaging, playful approach to spirituality, revealing the profound simplicity of our existence.

The Nonduality Podcast with Nondual Therapist Nic Higham and Paul Dobson. Nic Higham, nondual therapy: https://nisargayoga.org In this enlightening yet accessible podcast, co-presenter Paul Dobson and author and nondual therapist Nic Higham explore the truth of Nonduality. Join Paul and Nic’s real-time exploration of life beyond the illusion of separateness. They ask: ‘Who am I? What is the nature of our experience? What is self-inquiry? What is meditation?’ Inquire into the present moment and drop your false ideas. Music by Scott Buckley - https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/

Nic Higham speaks with Colette Davie Instagram: @thatbeyondduality   Nic Higham, nondual therapy: https://nisargayoga.org  In this enlightening yet accessible podcast, co-presenter Paul Dobson and author and nondual therapist Nic Higham explore the truth of Nonduality. Join Paul and Nic’s real-time exploration of life beyond the illusion of separateness. They ask: ‘Who am I? What is the nature of our experience? What is self-inquiry? What is meditation?’ Inquire into the present moment and drop your false ideas. Music by Scott Buckley - https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/

In this reflective conversation, Peter Brown, a profound nondual teacher known for his insights on direct experience, is remembered for his transformative teachings. The hosts delve into the nature of separateness, urging listeners to recognize their interconnected consciousness. They explore the illusion of identity and the richness of immediate experiences, encouraging a deeper engagement with life. With themes of intimacy and consciousness, the discussion highlights how embracing our true essence transcends concepts of life and death, revealing the miracle of existence.

In this engaging discussion, Peter Brown, a devoted teacher of the Yoga of Radiant Presence, shares insights on spirituality and self-discovery. He emphasizes the importance of experiencing presence in the here and now, urging listeners to explore subtle energies through meditation. Challenging conventional beliefs, Brown advocates for recognizing the fluidity of consciousness and perception. The conversation also touches on mental health journeys and the profound truths embedded in everyday existence, encouraging a deeper connection to the essence of being.

Peter Brown, a renowned teacher of the Yoga of Radiant Presence, passionately discusses spirituality and the nature of reality. He challenges listeners to see beyond superficial distractions and recognize their true essence. With insights on the fluidity of perception, he emphasizes the importance of direct experience rather than rigid definitions. The idea that reality is a unified expression of individual energy is explored, alongside the significance of personal interactions. Brown invites all to awaken to their radiant presence, underscoring that enlightenment is already within.

A compilation of introductory talks from 2013 on the Yoga of Radiant Presence by Peter Brown. This great secret of yoga is that the immediate, concrete being of the yogi, YOUR experiential field, is in fact the entirety of the absolute, the divine. The practice of Yoga is possible because this is so; through investigating the accessible nature of one's experience, the absolute condition can be recognized. Peter Brown made himself available to transmit and teach this Yoga individually, in groups, and at retreats until he passed away in September 2022. http://www.theopendoorway.org/index.htm  Our site, Nic Higham nondual therapy: https://nisargayoga.org

This insightful discussion pays tribute to the late teacher Peter Brown, emphasizing the importance of recognizing life's fundamental truths. The hosts delve into the dynamic nature of reality, urging listeners to embrace direct experiences rather than cling to preconceived notions. They explore the liberation found in letting go of attachments, particularly in contemplating mortality. The conversation also touches on the essence of existence, the interconnectedness of all life, and the playful unraveling of reality beyond mere perception.

The Nonduality Podcast with Nondual Therapist Nic Higham and Paul Dobson. Nic Higham, nondual therapy: https://nisargayoga.org In this enlightening yet accessible podcast, co-presenter Paul Dobson and author and nondual therapist Nic Higham explore the truth of Nonduality. Join Paul and Nic’s real-time exploration of life beyond the illusion of separateness. They ask: ‘Who am I? What is the nature of our experience? What is self-inquiry? What is meditation?’ Inquire into the present moment and drop your false ideas. Music by Scott Buckley - https://www.scottbuckley.com.au/library/