In this podcast, we will explain why pilgrimage is important for spiritual growth and understanding. Ultimately, pilgrimage is a deep lesson in humility and surrender, which is why it is recommended for all sincere seekers interested in the Eastern traditions of Taoism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. The pilgrim’s heart is often…

Equal to the Tao Te Ching is the great Taoist text known as the Zhuangzi, attributed the great sage Zhuangzi. One of the chapters in the Zhuangzi text is the story of Robber Zhi and Confucius. This passage tests our spiritual understanding of Taoism and essentially reveals any biased moral…

In this podcast, we will speak about the significance of surrender and trust in the great Eastern spiritual traditions. One of the core tenets within Taoism, Buddhism, and Hinduism is the art of letting go to allow one’s life to accord with That which is much greater than ourselves. But…

In this podcast, we will dissect chapter two of the Tao Te Ching to give you ultimate clarity on the meaning of the chapter. This is the second episode of the 81 Meditations of the Tao Te Ching, a series where we will explore each chapter of the Tao Te…

One of the main differences between the East and West is how the mind is viewed. From Plato all the way down to Descartes and Kant there has been this belief in the disembodied mind and this perspective has influenced many institutions such as religion, science, and education. Actually, this…

In this podcast, we will explain the seven chakras of the human organism. People have a nervous reaction when they hear the word chakras because a lot of new-age spirituality has warped the actual system and philosophy based on a misinterpretation of what energy is according to the tradition and…

In this podcast, we will review The Social Dilemma documentary, the negative impact of the internet on mental health, and strategies for digital detox to reclaim our health and sanity. We have accepted social media and smartphones without questioning how they are affecting our lives, to the point where people…

As the world increasingly becomes oversensitive, it is common for an individual to be emotionally triggered and annoyed by people in general based on their own isolated worldview of how the world and others should be. What is the cause behind this new form of madness? In this episode of…

In this podcast, we explore the mystical fourth state of consciousness of the great sages. In the sacred text of the Upanishads this fourth state is known as Turiya. The Turiya, along with Atman and Brahman, is one of the main concepts to understand in the nondual path of Advaita…

Zen meditation practices are extremely effective for silencing the mind and bringing true transformation to the mind. In this 20-minute Zen meditation for deep inner peace, I will guide you using an ancient Zen technique that reduces anxiety and stress, allowing your mind to come back to equanimity. Why not…