The Dance of Consciousness: Navigating Awakening and Non Duality with Lisa Cairns

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08/08/24 • 72 min

I’m thrilled to share the latest episode of the Endless Possibilities podcast with you. This time, I had the pleasure of diving deep into the world of non-duality with the incredible Lisa Cairns. Her journey and insights are nothing short of transformative, and I can’t wait for you to hear all about it.
🌟 Lisa’s Awakening in Bali
A Life-Changing Moment: Lisa’s journey into non-duality began with a profound awakening experience in Bali in 2011. Imagine enjoying banana fritters with ice cream and suddenly feeling a transformative shift in your understanding of life and consciousness!
🌟 The Nature of Suffering
Confronting Suffering: Lisa emphasizes that true understanding comes from recognizing the transient nature of pleasure and the necessity of confronting suffering. It’s a deep dive into why we seek happiness in external circumstances and how to find true fulfillment within.
🌟 The Role of the Body in Awakening
Stored Trauma: We discussed how trauma is often stored in the body and how becoming aware of this can lead to profound healing. Lisa shares her experiences of transitioning from identifying with her thoughts to witnessing them, revealing emotional and energetic pain that needs to be confronted.
🌟 The Process of Awakening
Series of Shifts: Lisa explains that awakening is not a singular event but a series of shifts over time. She describes moments of falling in love with life and the beauty of existence, leading to a collapse of the subject-object distinction.
🌟 Unique Paths to Awakening
Personal Journeys: We explored how each individual’s path to awakening is unique. Whether through significant life events or consistent practice, the journey is deeply personal and unfolds in its own time.
🌟 Connecting with Lisa
Stay Connected: Lisa engages with her audience through a weekly live stream on YouTube. You can find links to her YouTube channel, website, and social media in the episode description.
Thank you for being a part of the Endless Possibilities community. Your support and engagement mean the world to me. Until next time, keep exploring the limitless possibilities within and around you!
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Youtube www.youtube.com/@LisaCairns
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If you would like to be interviewed by Gareth please email him at [email protected]
Introduction (00:00:00)
Lisa's Background and Journey (00:01:28)
Meeting Roger Castello (00:05:06)
Awakening Experience in Bali (00:09:03)
The Nature of Consciousness (00:12:31)
The Role of Suffering (00:17:29)
Realization of Life as Suffering (00:21:12)
Deconstruction of Beliefs (00:23:54)
The Body's Role in Awakening (00:24:27)
Understanding the Body and Non-Duality (00:26:33)
Trauma and Consciousness (00:27:10)
Seeking Pleasure Amidst Pain (00:28:25)
The Nature of Self-Inquiry (00:20:44)
Different Paths to Awakening (00:33:56)
Tailoring Teachings to Individual Needs (00:36:28)
Guiding Post-Awakening Experiences (00:41:38)
Observing Spiritual Regression (00:42:49)
The Role of Age in Spiritual Growth (00:46:16)
The Impact of Technology on Awakening (00:48:35)
The Popcorn Effect in Society (00:50:51)
The Role of the Internet in Spirituality (00:51:17)
Transmission in Non-Duality Teaching (00:52:11)
Energetic Awareness in Satsang (00:53:05)
In-Person vs. Online Satsang (00:54:03)
Cultural Differences in Spiritual Teachings (00:55:06)
Personal Experiences with Spiritual Teachers (00:56:58)
Awakening Experiences and Recognition (00:57:45)
Lucid Dreams and Awakening (01:01:00)
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Why Trusting a Guru Might Be the Best Decision You Ever Make, or Not! Find out WHY! with Santosh Kumar

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I’m thrilled to share the latest episode of the "Endless Possibilities Podcast" with you. This time, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Santosh for a heartfelt discussion on the significance of the guru in Hindu tradition, especially in light of the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima. Here’s a sneak peek into our enlightening conversation:
Key Takeaways from Our Episode:
The Essence of Guru Purnima:
We dive into the celebration of Guru Purnima, a day dedicated to honoring spiritual teachers.
Santosh shares the profound role of the guru as a source of spiritual guidance and enlightenment.
Understanding the Guru:
Discover the prayer that encapsulates the essence of the guru, embodying creation, sustenance, and dissolution.
Learn why the guru holds the highest importance in spiritual practice and the path to liberation (moksha).
Historical Significance:
Santosh links Guru Purnima to Sage Vyasa, the revered author of the Mahabharata.
Explore the traditional prayers and rituals that mark this special day.
The Nature of the Guru:
The guru as a guiding light through life’s complexities, especially during challenging times.
The transmission of divine grace through the guru’s blessings and guidance.
Guru vs. God:
An intriguing discussion on why the guru is often seen as more accessible than the divine in Hindu tradition.
The symbolic significance of offering prayers to the guru’s paduka (slippers).
Guru Lineage:
Tune in to explore the profound impact a true guru can have on your spiritual path and learn how to navigate your journey with an open heart and discerning mind.
Stay curious and keep exploring the endless possibilities!
Warm regards, Garrett
P.S. Don’t forget to share your thoughts and experiences with us. We love hearing from our listeners!
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Introduction and Welcome (00:00:00)
Celebration of Guru Purnima (00:01:21)
Significance of Gurus (00:02:09)
Role of Guru in Spiritual Development (00:03:27)
Guru Lineage and Transmission (00:06:22)
Guru's Importance Compared to God (00:07:56)
Special Prayers to Guru (00:08:45)
Understanding the Guru-Disciple Relationship (00:10:31)
Unconditional Love of the Guru (00:12:00)
Faith and Devotion to the Guru (00:13:16)
One-on-One Relationship with a Guru (00:14:12)
Personal Experience with Ravi Guruji (00:15:32)
Guru as a Father Figure (00:18:48)
Trust and Doubt in the Guru Relationship (00:19:53)
Realization of the Guru's Divine Nature (00:21:31)
Skepticism Towards Gurus in the West (00:23:11)
Qualities of a True Guru (00:24:07)
Risks of Spiritual Misalignment (00:26:31)
The Importance of Cleansing (00:27:34)
Cultural Differences in Spiritual Practices (00:28:57)
Impact of Westernization on Indian Traditions (00:29:15)
The Role of Maturity in Seeking Awakening (00:31:08)
Risks of Self-Awakening Kundalini (00:33:12)
Using Deities as Gurus (00:35:35)
Maha Mantra's Significance (00:36:30)
Accessing the Guru's Energy (00:37:42)
Mantra Programming and Its Effects (00:38:46)
The Concept of Bij Mantras (00:45:45)
Understanding the Goddess through Mantras (00:49:24)
The Importance of Intention in Mantra Practice (00:51:08)
Understanding Spiritual Practice (00:51:30)
Physical vs. Spiritual Laws (00:52:25)
Core Mantra Explanation (00:53:15)
Mantra Encapsulation Technique (00:56:26)
Mantras for Material Wealth vs. Liberation (00:58:10)
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Is Reality A Simulation? Tom Campbell's 35-year Research Reveals Shocking Truth

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I'm thrilled to share the latest episode of the Endless Possibilities Podcast with you. This time, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Tom Campbell, a physicist, consciousness researcher, and the brilliant mind behind "My Big TOE" (Theory of Everything). Our conversation was nothing short of mind-expanding, and I can't wait for you to dive in.
Here are some of the key takeaways and intriguing ideas we explored:
I shared my own path of spiritual exploration, which began around 2009-2010. From discovering Bob Monroe's work on YouTube to experiencing spontaneous out-of-body experiences (OBEs), my journey has been transformative.
Larger Consciousness System: He describes consciousness as an information system, where experiences are interpreted through awareness and memory. This system creates virtual realities for individuated units of consciousness to experience and grow through moral and ethical choices.
Key Concepts Explored
Love and Evolution: Tom emphasizes that our purpose is to evolve toward love and lower our entropy.
Collective Growth
Stay curious and keep exploring, Gareth
P.S. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and share it with fellow seekers of truth. Let's continue to explore the endless possibilities together! 🌟
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Introduction (00:00:00)
Gareth's Journey to Consciousness (00:00:51)
Experiencing Conscious OBEs (00:02:34)
Spiritual Awakening and Hinduism (00:03:38)
Tom's Early Exploration (00:04:51)
The Arrow of Causality (00:08:29)
Consciousness as an Information System (00:11:01)
Point Consciousness (00:15:11)
The Nature of the LCS (00:18:44)
Virtual Reality Creation (00:21:00)
Indra's Net and Networked Consciousness (00:23:29)
Personal Experience of Beingness (00:25:00)
The Nature of Free Will (00:25:41)
Consciousness as an Information System (00:26:01)
Individuated Units of Consciousness (00:27:58)
Awareness and Free Will (00:29:12)
The Role of the Larger Consciousness System (00:30:22)
Life Reviews and Learning (00:34:04)
The Function of the IUC (00:37:34)
The Larger Consciousness System's Support (00:40:54)
Evolving Towards Love (00:42:32)
The Ongoing Journey of Growth (00:46:21)
Understanding Virtual Reality (00:49:01)
Love as a System (00:50:06)
Evolution of Love (00:52:05)
Fear and Love (00:54:12)
Intellect vs. Intuition (00:55:56)
Subjective vs. Objective Reality (00:57:10)
Role of Scientists (00:58:12)
Influence of Public Figures (01:00:26)
Collective Consciousness (01:08:23)
Creating an Inclusive Community (01:11:16)
Community Awakening (01:11:38)
Avatars in Spirituality (01:12:17)
NPCs and Their Roles (01:13:19)
Cameo Appearances (01:14:05)
Growing Spiritual Awareness (01:16:11)
The Role of Love (01:18:11)
Returning to Virtual Reality (01:19:10)
Management of Non-Physical Realities (01:21:25)
Rules and Structure (01:23:24)
The Nature of Destruction (01:25:39)
Intervention by Higher Beings (01:27:37)
The Nature of Negative Entities (01:30:31)
Conclusion of the Discussion (01:32:00)
Exploring New Possibilities (01:34:11)
Creating Your Own Truth (01:35:05)
The Challenge of Change (01:36:08)
Experiential Learning (01:37:21)
The Risk of Belief (01:38:09)
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