Enlightenment Today

In this podcast, we will explain the essence of the nameless origin of the Tao. This is the twenty-fifth episode of the 81 Meditations of the Tao Te Ching, a series where we explore each chapter of the Tao Te Ching. We will dissect chapter twenty-five of the Tao Te…

In this episode of Enlightenment Today, I will explain why in the great teachings of the East, our subjective viewpoint is a hindrance from seeing the world as it truly is and the source of all the problems in the world. NOTE: This site directs people to Amazon and is an…

In this podcast, we will explain Taoism’s four signs of egotism to avoid on our journey to become one with the Tao. This is the twenty-fourth episode of the 81 Meditations of the Tao Te Ching, a series where we explore each chapter of the Tao Te Ching. We will…

The paradoxical truth we discover on the spiritual path is where and how far our original enlightened nature is located. In this episode of The Sacred Word, I will explain an important verse from the Ashtavakra Gita, a text one is ready to assimilate after enlightenment. The Ashtavakra Gita is…

In this podcast, we will explain the most popular statement within all spiritual traditions, tat tvam asi. This statement is one of four Mahavakyas (great sayings) that directs us towards the ultimate truth of existence. NOTE: This site directs people to Amazon and is an Amazon Associate member. As an Amazon…

Nisargadatta Maharaj was one of the greatest sages of the twentieth century. Alongside Ramana Maharshi, he was instrumental in bringing the knowledge of Advaita Vedanta (nondualism) to the West, especially through his famous book “I Am That.” In this episode of The Sacred Word, I will explain the relationship between…

In this podcast, we will explain Taoism’s perspective on meaningless talk and personal opinions. This is the twenty-third episode of the 81 Meditations of the Tao Te Ching, a series where we explore each chapter of the Tao Te Ching. We will dissect chapter twenty-three of the Tao Te Ching…

In this episode of Enlightenment Today, I will explain why you naturally belong to the world. Unfortunately, since birth the world reinforces in our mind that we don’t belong and ought to seek approval from the world to validate our existence. This is all based on an incorrect understanding of…

What is the difference between the masses and an enlightened sage? The fundamental difference is based on an incorrect orientation of one’s relationship to the ultimate reality, Brahman. In this episode of The Sacred Word, I will explain an important verse from the Ashtavakra Gita, a text one is ready…

In this episode of Enlightenment Today, I will explain the reason why Taoism is an art of minding your own business. This path of non-interference is an essential aspect of wu-wei that many overlook. NOTE: This site directs people to Amazon and is an Amazon Associate member. As an Amazon Associate…