0411 - TALKS: On Dukkha, part 4

Episode 0411 - On Dukkha, part 4
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Analysis and deeper understanding of fine points associated with the Buddhist term "Dukkha": 5 clinging-aggregates (upadana-skandha) as basis of stress & ahamkara (sense of self), the 3 bases of dukkha (pain, samskara, impermanence), and the 4 major types of upadana (clinging/attachment).

4 forms of clinging (upadana): sensual desires, rites & rituals, views, and self-view -- re. Buddhist & Advaita Vedanta soteriology. What distinguishes the Buddhist doctrines of anatta, path & goal from Hindu teachings. Making synthesis via Ra Material metaphysics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxMJlthWZnU

0410 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 10

Episode 0410 - From Pain to Release, part 10
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted (based on Janov's Primal Therapy), leading to "neurosis," defense mechanisms, distorted self-views and various forms of pathological splitting. 

Analysis of mental distortion & personal distress ("mental illness") from Western psychological (Freudian & object-relations school), Theravadan early-Buddhist & Hindu Advaita Vedanta, and Law of One (Ra Material) perspectives.

Formation of defense mechanisms & distorted self-image by way of psychological splitting (dichotomous thinking) and projection. Otto Kernberg's views of Borderline & Narcissistic patterns. Extended comments on Projective Identification and STS techniques.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZME1JbhHegY

0409 - TALKS: On Dukkha, part 3

Episode 0409 - On Dukkha, part 3
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Analysis and deeper understanding of fine points associated with the Buddhist term "Dukkha": 5 clinging-aggregates (upadana-skandha) as basis of stress & ahamkara (sense of self), the 3 bases of dukkha (pain, samskara, impermanence), and the 4 major types of upadana (clinging/attachment).

4 forms of clinging (upadana): sensual desires, rites & rituals, views, and self-view -- re. Buddhist & Advaita Vedanta soteriology. What distinguishes the Buddhist doctrines of anatta, path & goal from Hindu teachings. Making synthesis via Ra Material metaphysics.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxMJlthWZnU

0408 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 9

Episode 0408 - From Pain to Release, part 9
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" & mental distortions -- starting with Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. An integration of metaphysics, transpersonal psychology, psychoanalytic & object-relations theory (Freud, Melanie Klein, Otto Kernberg, Heinz Kohut).

Formation of neurosis, psychological defense mechanisms & distorted self-image -- associated with various forms of splitting (dichotomous thinking) and Borderline & Narcissistic patterns -- with an introduction to the mechanism of Projective Identification.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lASgzdn90JI

0407 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 8

Episode 0407 - From Pain to Release, part 8
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" & mental distortions -- starting with Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. An integration of metaphysics, transpersonal psychology, psychoanalytic & object-relations theory.

Formation of neurosis, psychological defense mechanisms, and 3 types of distorted self-image -- associated with an expanded definition of splitting (dichotomous thinking), collective doxic assumptions, and avoidance of anxiety & cognitive dissonance. Development of integrated, realistic and mature self-understanding.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sf2knoBRXJw

0406 - TALKS: Perception, Obstruction, & Identity

Episode 0406 - Perception, Obstruction, & Identity
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Comments on the connection between stillness & discernment, expanding perception & awareness, sensitivity to inner/outer systems or fields of phenomena. Etymological considerations of the Pali/Sanskrit word "dukkha" & mind-generated obstruction.

Conceptions of selfhood: Buddhist Anatta vs. wrong views of self, naming vs. knowing, true nature as nameless. Yoga and etymology of the word yoga; Buddhist cosmology of realms linked to the mind of beings therein...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9N5Lme3P98g

0405 - TALKS: On Distortion & Responsibility

Episode 0405 - On Distortion & Responsibility
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Comments on various aspects of mind-created experience: reaction to catalyst, the 10 Fetters & unveiled higher-dimensional distortions. The basis of wisdom-over-love in interaction with others.

The linkage between self-esteem and the willingness to accept personal limits, begin anew with an expanded perspective, and acknowledge our responsibility for distortions & mistakes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qE2fxN_Wzk

0404 - TALKS: Spiritual Powers & Careful Learning

Episode 0404 - Spiritual Powers & Careful Learning
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Signs of 6th chakra energy activation & unblocking; conceptual views of unity vs. a direct experience of non-duality. Signlessness in mindfulness and amanasikara (non-subjective attention).

The value and limitations of magical powers (siddhis). Parralax view, mental flexibility and the ability to recognize value in opposing positions & opinions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nP-tAzocStM

0403 - TALKS: Discerning Spiritual Teachers

Episode 0403 - Discerning Spiritual Teachers
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Initial comments on the metaphysical symbology of the human face -- leading to a longer discussion on the relationship between levels of teaching & degree of committment to truth, and the relative social popularity of spiritual teachers.

Various applications of discernment: the difference between emotional hope & realistic expectation, assessment of modern spiritual teachers (i.e., Rudolf Steiner, Nityananda, Thai Forest tradition leaders, Osho, Ramana Maharshi, Sai Baba, etc.).

Historical dynamics of spiritual development in East-West religious communities; current conditions in modern groups. Comments on various spiritual teachers & comparison with the Ra Material.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HX36pp6RuY

0402 - TALKS: Remarks On Self-Being and Nature

Episode 0402 - Remarks On Self-Being and Nature
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Brief comments on various topics:

* The greater immateriality of the total self-nature
* Departure from 3D space/time at the time of harvest
* 2D species experience as Logoic experimentation
* The primacy of personal intention in karmic formation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soXsl4zSk5Uz

0401 - TALKS: On Dukkha, part 2

Episode 0401 - On Dukkha, part 2
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Analysis and deeper understanding of several fine points associated with the Buddhist term "Dukkha": sukha = dukkha, the 5 clinging-aggregates (upadana-skandha) as basis of stress, the 3 bases of dukkha (pain, samskara, impermanence).

Sanskara as basis of ahamkara (sense of self) & basis of all core stress; freedom as release of 3 Poisons and a new way of relating to external/internal phenomena. Doxic assumptions and the basis of wrong view (the example of synonyms of "existential").

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOst5AiBHtI

0400 - TALKS: On Dukkha, part 1

Episode 0400 - On Dukkha, part 1
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Analysis and deeper understanding of the Buddhist term "Dukkha," in terms of the process of self-healing "from pain to release." The work of 7-density soul evolution vs. Western psychological views on health, adjustment and well-being.

Personal, transpersonal & existential (ontological) perspectives on incarnational stress and subjective distress. Progressive weakening of dukkha in accord with the 4 Stages of Awakening breaking the 10 Fetters, in accord with Buddhist theory & practice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDm7yCOifQQ

0399 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 7

Episode 0399 -From Pain to Release, part 7
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" and various mental distortions -- based on Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. An integration of transpersonal psychology with Advaita Vedanta non-dual teachings on identity.

Formation of neurosis & psychological defense mechanisms, 3 types of distorted self-image & pain-avoidance associated with splitting (dichotomous thinking) & chronic idealization-devaluation process (Borderline symptomology).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8LwUkVuNiQ

0398 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 6

Episode 0398 - From Pain to Release, part 6
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" and various mental distortions -- based on the theory of Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. An integration of transpersonal psychology with Advaita Vedanta non-dual teachings on identity.

Formation of neurosis & psychological defense mechanisms, 3 types of distorted self-image & pain-avoidance associated with splitting (dichotomous thinking) & idealization-devaluation ("borderline" mental patterns and BPD).

* Primal Therapy (Arthur Janov): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primal_...

* Neurosis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurosis

* Splitting (Defense Mechanism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Splitti...)

* Borderline Personality Disorder: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borderl...

* The 10 Fetters (Buddhism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fetter_...)

* 4 Brahma Viharas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brahmav...

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0397 - TALKS: On Collective Complexities

Episode 0397 - On Collective Complexities
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Comments on various complexities associated with Earth humanity and 3D personal life: Logoic & planetary qualities, human soul groups, various metaphysical influences, core dynamics of 3D evolution at harvest time, socio-religious beliefs & dogmatic views, personal lower-triad chakra inputs, and so on.

The effects of East-West physical (genetic) & mental (cultural) historical lineages, and the intensifying 4D green-ray energy field upon personal experience and social change. Dynamics of various polarities -- Western individualism vs. Eastern collectivism, Buddhist wisdom-discipline vs. Jesus' love-brotherhood, personal crisis vs. spiritual opportunity.

Uploaded to YouTube on 1/15/2019

0396 - TALKS: Alone Beyond Fear

Episode 0396 - Alone Beyond Fear
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Comments on the Bhaya-bherava Sutta ("Fear and Terror") from the Pali original & a paraphrased version. Siddhartha Gautama's view on the mental/spiritual requirements for freedom from fear & terror alone, in both monastic seclusion and solitude. Implications for non-monastic living alone and personal process.

* Bhaya-bherava Sutta (Pali, trans. Thanissaro Bhikkhu): http://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipita...

* "Fear and Terror" Sutra (Vladimir & Smadar Pyatsky, trans. Natalia Tsimbler): http://www.three-vajras.com/mn4-bhaya...

* Sankhara (Fermentations): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saṅkhāra


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0395 - TALKS: Yogas of Restraint

Episode 0395 - Yogas of Restraint
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Comments on Patanjali's definition of the purpose of yoga (chitta-vritti-nirodha) from The Yoga Sutras -- comparison with Theravadan Buddhist meditation & Ra Material perspectives. Freedom from egoic mental chatter, essential false belief, confused desire, and thirst-based restlessness.

Image Credit (Ajaan Sao): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/t...

* Chitta-Vritti-Nirodha: www.yogapedia.com/definition/10990/chitta-vritti-nirodha

* Vritti: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vritti

* Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoga_Su...

* Three Marks (Buddhism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_m...

* Three Poisons (Buddhism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_p...

* Chidakasha Gita (Nityananda): http://www.spiritual-happiness.com/ni...


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0394 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 5

Episode 0394 - From Pain to Release, part 5
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" and various mental distortions -- based on the theory of Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. Formation of neurosis & psychological defense mechanisms via spiritual bypass & 3 types of distorted self-image, pain-avoidance via splitting (dichotomous thinking) & idealization-devaluation ("borderline" mental patterns and BPD).

* Primal Therapy (Arthur Janov): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primal_...

* Neurosis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurosis

* Spiritual Bypass (John Welwood): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spiritu...

* Splitting (Defense Mechanism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Splitti...)

Uploaded to YouTube on 1/9/2019

0393 - TALKS: The Matrix Trilogy & 3D Evolution

Episode 0393 - The Matrix Trilogy & 3D Evolution
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Comments on the Matrix Trilogy and some key principles of 3D soul evolution & cosmology. The primary evolutionary polarity of choice & free will (4D+ harvestability) versus causality-determinism (control system and chronic 3D-repeating).

Correlation of Matrix characters with Gnosticism & Ra Material metaphysics -- polarized in accord with the key conflict between causality & control versus choice & freedom/love:

Source/Machine City = Logoic STS Path & Orion 4D-
Architect = Gnostic Demiurge = "False Yahweh" = Orion 4D-
Merovingian+ = Archons = Human illuminati/STS bloodline families
NEO = Christ principle = Atman & conscious-mind alignment

Polarities of the Matrix Trilogy:
* Architect (causality & control) vs. Oracle (love-choice freedom)
* Matrix (illusory control system) vs. Zion (freedom-seeking reality)
* Merovingian & Agents (archons) vs. NEO & Zion (true seekers)
* Merovingian & Persephone vs. NEO & Trinity

Links:
Determinism: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Determi...
Hard Determinism: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hard_de...

Metaphysical Libertarianism: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liberta...)

Architect: https://matrix.fandom.com/wiki/The_Ar...
Merovingian: https://matrix.fandom.com/wiki/The_Me...

The Oracle: https://matrix.fandom.com/wiki/The_Or...
Oracle (etymology): https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/oracul...

Ra on "Simultaneity" (see: 36.4) https://www.lawofone.info/results.php...

Kama-loka (2D/3D in Buddhism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhis...

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0392 - TALKS: On Wanderer's Karmic Process

Episode 0392 - On Wanderer's Karmic Process
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Comments on:

* Karmic operation & formation on the 2 paths of polarity, analysis of one's own unique "intentional set"

* Wanderers' karmic processing in the 3D multi-incarnational series

* Murder and future lives' catalyst programming by Higher Self

Note: my apologies for some poor audio & random ugly sounds

Karma and the Salt Analogy (Lonaphala Sutta): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipit...

Bhagawan Nityananda: http://www.cosmicharmony.com/Av/Nitya...

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0391 - TALKS: Some Civilizational Metaphysics

Episode 0391 - Some Civilizational Metaphysics
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Comments on:

* Collective moral crisis & entropy, civilizational renaissance & the majority 3D-repeating of humanity

* Metaphysics of Logoic ray-influences upon 3D planetary groups & individual soul evolution

* The Theosophical 3 primary rays and human 'races' distinctions in relation to their originating 3D-planetary origin Logos & 'root-races' in the 75,000-year 3D cycle

7 Ray Theory (Theosophy): https://theosophy.wiki/en/Seven_Rays

3 Root-races Theory (Theosophy): https://theosophy.wiki/en/Root_races


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0390 - TALKS: Levels of Learn/Teaching

Episode 0390 - Levels of Learn/Teaching
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Comments on:

* An integration of the various levels of spirtual teachings & their relevance to unique personal needs

* The many paths to the summit of complete and perfect liberation

* The importance of self-honesty, humility and authenticity

* Mental attachment, detachment and consciousness orientation

DID, i.e., unhealthy psychological detachment:
* Dissociative Identity Disorder: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dissoci...


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0389 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 4

Episode 0389 - From Pain to Release, part 4
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" and various mental distortions -- based on the theory of Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. Sequential healing of somatically imprinted pain by conscious re-experiencing & therapeutic catharsis and other methods, leading to deep release and increasing mental/emotional freedom and well-being.

* Primal Therapy (Arthur Janov): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primal_...

* Neurosis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurosis

* Spiritual Bypass (John Welwood): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spiritu...

* Spiritual Materialism (Chögyam Trungpa): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spiritu...

* Dukkha (Buddhism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dukkha

* Catharsis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catharsis


Uploaded to YouTube on 1/3/2019

0388 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 3

Episode 0388 - From Pain to Release, part 3
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" and various mental distortions -- based on the theory of Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. Sequential healing of somatically imprinted pain by conscious re-experiencing & therapeutic catharsis and other methods, leading to deep release and increasing mental/emotional freedom and well-being.

* Primal Therapy (Arthur Janov): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primal_...

* Neurosis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurosis

* Catharsis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catharsis


Uploaded to YouTube on 12/27/2018

0387 - TALKS: Four Modes of Relationship

Episode 0387 - Four Modes of Relationship
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Reflections and expansion of the Nosso Lar teaching on 4 types of 3D-marriage and partnership. Relevance to programmed catalyst & forms of karmic return in all human relationship.

Ra on the "catalyst of joys and sorrow," and a Buddhist perspective on the 8 Worldly Winds (3D pleasure/pain catalyst) from Lokavipatti Sutta ("Failings of the World").

Image Copyright (Joginder Nursery): www.jogindernursery.com

* Nosso Lar (PDF): www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_...

* Ra on "joys and sorrows:" https://www.lawofone.info/results.php...

* Lokavipatti Sutta (Failings of the World): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipit...


Uploaded to YouTube on 12/18/2018

0387 - TALKS: Four Modes of Relationship

Episode 0387 - Four Modes of Relationship
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Reflections and expansion of the Nosso Lar teaching on 4 types of 3D-marriage and partnership. Relevance to programmed catalyst & forms of karmic return in all human relationship.

Ra on the "catalyst of joys and sorrow," and a Buddhist perspective on the 8 Worldly Winds (3D pleasure/pain catalyst) from Lokavipatti Sutta ("Failings of the World").

Image Copyright (Joginder Nursery): www.jogindernursery.com

* Nosso Lar (PDF): www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Ra on "joys and sorrows:" https://www.lawofone.info/results.php?q=joys

* Lokavipatti Sutta (Failings of the World): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/an/an08/an08.006.than.html



Uploaded to YouTube on 12/18/2018

0386 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 2

Episode 0386 - From Pain to Release, part 2
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" and various mental distortions -- based on the theory of Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. Sequential healing of somatically imprinted pain by conscious re-experiencing & therapeutic catharsis and other methods, leading to deep release and increasing mental/emotional freedom and well-being.

* Primal Therapy (Arthur Janov): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primal_therapy

* Neurosis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurosis

* Catharsis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catharsis

* Dukkha (Access to Insight): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/ptf/dhamma/sacca/sacca1/dukkha.html

* Abreaction (Wiktionary): https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/abreaction




Uploaded to YouTube on 12/19/2018

0385 - TALKS: From Pain to Release, part 1

Episode 0385 - From Pain to Release, part 1
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Deep analysis of the process by which pain and childhood trauma become imprinted, leading to "neurosis" and various mental distortions -- based on the theory of Arthur Janov's Primal Therapy.

Discussion of neurosis and pain from psychological, Buddhist & Law of One perspectives. Sequential healing of somatically imprinted pain by conscious re-experiencing & therapeutic catharsis and other methods, leading to deep release and increasing mental/emotional freedom and well-being.

* Primal Therapy (Arthur Janov): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primal_therapy

* Neurosis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurosis

* Catharsis (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catharsis



Uploaded to YouTube on 12/13/2018

0384 - TALKS: On Purity

Episode 0384 - On Purity
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Comments on deeper meanings of the word "purity" from 3 religious perspectives: New Testament Philippians 4:8, Pali Buddhist Ratha-Vinita Sutta (on "Relay Chariots"), Nityananda of Ganeshpuri on continual life-tests & the importance of vairagya.

* Philippians 4:8 (Interlinear w/Greek): https://biblehub.com/interlinear/philippians/4-8.htm

* Ratha-Vinita Sutta ("Relay Chariots"): https://www.accesstoinsight.org/tipitaka/mn/mn.024.than.html#fn-2

* Nityananda (biography): http://www.cosmicharmony.com/Av/Nityanan/Nityanan.htm

* Vairagya (Dispassion): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vairagya


Uploaded to YouTube on 12/6/2018

0383 - TALKS: Skillful Service Guidance

Episode 0383 - Skillful Service Guidance
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Determination of appropriate love-wisdom balance and the way of leading approach in helping others; skill in service (upaya). Some examples from Nosso Lar, with comments from Brent Freemont.

Working with others' distorted beliefs, karmic limitations associated with the quality of help received, levels of teaching & understanding in earth humanity. Some observations of collective evolution.

Image Credit: David Nash - http://bioold.science.ku.dk/drnash/Pages/jalmenus.html

* Upaya (Buddhism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Upaya

* Path of Work (Karma Yoga): https://vedanta.org/yoga-spiritual-practice/the-path-of-work-karma-yoga/

* Karma Yoga (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karma_yoga


Uploaded to YouTube on 12/4/2018

0382 - TALKS: Self-training Beyond Discomfort

Episode 0382 - Self-training Beyond Discomfort
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Self-training by love/wisdom balance developed in the face of loss and lack via social control & restriction. The practice of 'being with' what is (facing inner and outer catalyst), careful amplification, and releasing internalized social distortions. Logoic planetary choices & higher vision of complex process.

Uploaded to YouTube on 12/4/2018

0381 - TALKS: Nosso Lar Q & A - Buddhist Sunyata

Episode 0381 - Nosso Lar Q & A - Buddhist Sunyata
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Discussion of several concluding topics from the Nosso Lar reading. Perfectionism vs. the balanced direction of will to adequate self-care; various multi-dimensional dynamics of thought-forms "reaching their target."

Integration of the Buddhist Two Truths: apparently substantial personal experience of essentially empty/insubstantial thought & karmic stream. 3D mind/body/spirit genetic hook-up and the veiling of reality; from duality to unity to infinity.

* Two Truths Doctrine (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Two_tru...

* Śūnyatā in Buddhism (Emptiness): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Śūnyatā

* Doors of Perception quote (W.Blake): https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/3679...

* Heart Sutra: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heart_S...

* The Ten Fetters: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fetter_...)


Uploaded to YouTube on 12/3/2018

0380 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 15

Episode 0380 - Nosso Lar, part 15
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Final summary statements on Nosso Lar: 3D souls & the way of Karma Yoga, 3D consciousness & environmental structuring, universal morality & personal responsibility.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Karma Yoga (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karma_yoga

* Karma Yoga (Vedanta): https://vedanta.org/yoga-spiritual-practice/the-path-of-work-karma-yoga/

* Mahatma Ghandi quote:  https://www.brainyquote.com/topics/morality

* Stephen Grellet quote:  https://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Stephen_Grellet


Uploaded to YouTube on 11/28/2018

0379 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 14

Episode 0379 - Nosso Lar, part 14
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Lessons and conclusions from the entire Nosso Lar story.

Note: Apologies for Scott's background (room & keyboard) noise ~!

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey


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0378 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 13

Episode 0378 - Nosso Lar, part 13
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Lessons and conclusions from the entire Nosso Lar story.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Karma Yoga (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karma_yoga

* Karma Yoga (Vedanta): https://vedanta.org/yoga-spiritual-practice/the-path-of-work-karma-yoga/

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0377 - TALKS: Roles, Hierarchy & Traumatic Catalyst

Episode 0377 - Roles, Hierarchy & Traumatic Catalyst
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Comments on attachment to parent-child identity roles as inter-personal control mechanism; non-distorted hierarchy in social formation. Examples drawn from Nosso Lar, Buddhist and Hindu monastic community, friends & family relations.

Shattering armor in the self-development process (in mind & energy fields). Emotional life-crisis & pranic transformation, Higher Self metaphysically forcing transformation by traumatic-catalyst programming.


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0376 - TALKS: Nosso Lar & the Personal Path

Episode 0376 - Nosso Lar & the Personal Path
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Various types of spiritual teaching, as related to specific goals in helping particular individual needs, and the case of Nosso Lar. The richness of multi-dimensional creation, the unique requirements for each person's growth, and fulfillment of basic life-purpose.

The case of Arahat Athersata in the Billy Meier contact -- levels of awareness, levels of teaching...

Arahat Athersata (FIGU Forum postings): http://forum.figu.org/us/messages/13/...

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey


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0375 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 12

Episode 0375 -Nosso Lar, part 12
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Initial summary of some important & interesting metaphysical principles presented in the text:

i) The 6-fold administrative structure of Nosso Lar & the 7-chakra progression of consciousness evolution.
ii) Parallel historical development of Astral Cities in tandem with human space/time civilization.
iii) The linkage between work, merit, and soul evolution at this level of soul evolution.
iv) Consequences of the poverty of human religious education.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey


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0374 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 11

Episode 0374 - Nosso Lar, part 11
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont -- chapters 47-50. Comings and goings from the Astral City...

Dr. Luiz returns to his earthly home family, makes a spiritual breakthrough, and becomes a full citizen of Nosso Lar. Initial conclusions from the book in its entirety.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey


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0373 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 10

Episode 0373 - Nosso Lar, part 10

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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont -- chapters 41-43, 45 & 46. 

Personal & collective preparation for the work of Nosso Lar in spiritual service to humanity during World War II. Astral "music fields" and Dr. Luiz' mother's plan to return to 3D space/time to assist family members.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Guidance from the Wizard of Oz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ky7DMCHQJZY

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0372 - TALKS: Modes of Rebalancing

Episode 0372 - Modes of Rebalancing
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Seeing-through vs. thinking-out in re-balancing mental/emotional process; applying the Buddhist "Two Truths" teaching as modes of re-balancing.

Spiritual bypass, emotional avoidance & wise direction of attention. Skillful use of thinking/feeling vs. non-dual seeing; right focus in self-healing and right response in service. Honesty and detachment from fixed modes of being...

* Ray Vespe (Taoism & Psychotherapy): https://www.amazon.com/Lao-Tzus-Ching-Psychotherapeutic-Commentaries/dp/1587903679

* Buddhist Two Truths: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Two_truths_doctrine

* Samatha vs. Vipassana Buddhist meditation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samatha#Samatha_and_vipassana

* Direction of Attention in Service (Ra): https://www.lawofone.info/results.php?s=89#29


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0371 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 9

Episode 0371 - Nosso Lar, part 9
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont -- chapters 35-40. An old acquaintance of Dr. Luiz & meeting his mother in a higher sphere; personal failings & karmic perfection.

Analysis of human marriage & partnership from the time/space perspective; programmed catalyst, karmic obligation and spiritual responsibility for life-decisions.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_Xavier



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0370 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 8

Episode 0370 - Nosso Lar, part 8
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont -- chapters 31-34. Psychic vampirism & astral consequences, basic principles of soul growth and life in Astral City.

Interdimensional karmic process, newcomers from Lower Zones; the work of the Samaritans and individual case studies.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_Xavier



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0369 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 7

Episode 0369 - Nosso Lar, part 7
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont -- chapters 27-30. Dr. Luiz' healing-work service & observations of life in Astral City, the inter-dimensional power of human thought and desire.

Metaphysics of transport and introduction for new-comers to the city; after-death consequences of atheism & materialist world-view.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_Xavier



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0368 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 6

Episode 0368 - Nosso Lar, part 6
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont -- chapters 20-26. Homelife and gender, economy and history of the Astral City; the value of work in soul growth.

The six ministries of the city, a warning of the approaching World War II, and co-evolution between 3D physical and astral groups. Dynamics of ascension from the lower zones.


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0367 - TALKS: Narakas, Asuras, Karmic Training

Episode 0367 - Narakas, Asuras, Karmic Training
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Mind-body causes & experiential effects associated with rebirth in various realms. Tracing analysis from mental seeds & activity-roots to experiential flower, for those reborn in the Narakas. Review of the activity-causal base of strong aggression, subsequent hell-birth, and the consequential experience of fear & anguish.

Psycho-metaphysical mirroring of levels of mind/body causes & the personal experience of previous emotional effects on others. Mind states as the basis of a subjective sense of time passing. Atmanic STS as the basis of souls' 4D- harvestability (Asuras vs. Narakas and the 2 paths of polarity).

* Buddhist cosmology (hells): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhist_cosmology#Hells_(Narakas_%E0%A4%A8%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%95

* Narakas (hells): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naraka


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0366 - TALKS: Nosso Lar & Astral Evolution

Episode 0366 -  Nosso Lar & Astral Evolution
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Comments on the relative harvestability of Nosso Lar inhabitants, relation to the 6 Ministries, and mental configurations associated with unveiled disortions.

Metaphysics of 3D mind-veiling permeability by Logoic design. Astral work-progression mirroring the mind-learning path of individual souls. Hierarchy on the 2 evolutionary Paths.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey



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0365 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 5

Episode 0365 - Nosso Lar, part 5
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Chapters 14-19; the linkage between work, merit and receiving personal assistance.


Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_Xavier


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0364 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 4

Episode 0364 - Nosso Lar, part 4
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Chapters 8-11 & 13, getting settled in the Astral City and family meetings.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_Xavier


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0363 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 3

Episode 0363 - Nosso Lar, part 3
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Francisco Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Chapters 2-7, Dr. Luiz' healing and introduction to the history of, and life in the Astral City.

Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf

* Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_City:_A_Spiritual_Journey

* Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_Xavier


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0362 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 2

Episode 0362 - Nosso Lar, part 2
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Chapters 1, 12, 44 -- the Lower Zone & Darkness, Dr. Luiz' experience prior to the Astral City. Correspondence to Buddhist cosmology: hell realms (Naraka, Sanskrit) & pretaloka (Hungry Ghost realm). Karmic-resultant incarnation from distorted mind-states, hate/passion & varieties of lower chakra blockage. Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf * Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_... * Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_X... * Buddhist Cosmology (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhis...) * Naraka (Hell realms: Niraya, Pali): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naraka_...) * Becket (film, 1964): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Becket_...)


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0361 - TALKS: Nosso Lar, part 1

Episode 0361 - Nosso Lar, part 1
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Book review of Nosso Lar/Our Home (Chico Xavier, 1944) by Brent Freemont. Introduction to Francisco Chico Xavier & Spiritism, Dr. Andre Luiz & the Nosso Lar book/film, and the 12-part series. Historical dynamics of the multi-century spiritual transmissions to Earth humanity in preparation for harvest & dimensional shift. Source: www.oconsolador.com.br/linkfixo/bibliotecavirtual/ingles/AstralCity.pdf * Astral City (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_... * Francisco Chico Xavier: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chico_X... * Spiritism (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spiritism * Allan Kardec (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allan_K...


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0360 - TALKS: Learning Beyond Dogma

Episode 0360 - Learning Beyond Dogma
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The limits of human mental capacity, levels of mind-development and the scale of intelligence. Dogmatic belief & various challenges to learning; recognizing personal bias and limited view. Ideological defense mechanisms & psychological complexes; emotionalism vs. rigid intellectualism. Unrecognized fears & personal vulnerability; the link between effort and understanding. Overview of 3.2 and 3.3 levels of human development. Dogma (film, Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dogma_(...)


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0359 - TALKS: Paths to the Summit (Advanced)

Episode 0359 - Paths to the Summit (Advanced)
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Comparing the Buddhist view of spiritual path with other traditions -- unique features of Buddha-Dhamma, particularly compared to Advaita Vedanta. Comparative views of selfhood, spiritual path & ultimate practice-goal. Dualistic perception in higher states of consciousness, final release from all dukkha & ignorance. From metta (loving-kindness) and ahimsa (harmlessness) to jhanas (meditative absorbtions) and true freedom from avidya (ignorance)-based subjectivity. Spirit, soul and Higher Self; the value of a 7-ray comparative approach. Advaita Vedanta: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Advaita... Chuang Tzu (Complete Works, trans. Arthur Waley): http://web.archive.org/web/2004100915...


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0358 - TALKS: Concentration vs Attachment

Episode 0358 - Concentration vs Attachment
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Brief comments on the subtle differences between attachment and concentration from a Theravadan Buddhist perspective. Samadhi in mindfulness meditation, attending-to vs. grasping-mind activity. Obsession/psychosis, the nature of one's fixity of attention & the spectrum of direction and focus of attention.


Uploaded to YouTube on 7/29/2018

0357 - TALKS: Remarks on Morals and Karma

Episode 0357 - Remarks on Morals and Karma
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Short comments on karmic seeds' removal, merit transfer & love-light transmission. Personal & collective consequences of modern-day normalization of "wrong speech" and "wrong action." Over-valuation of non-restrained free-willing & progressive social demoralization. The value and limits of self-restraint, recognition of karmic consequentiality & the formation of karmic seeds. * Removal of Asavas (and karmic seeds): https://puredhamma.net/three-levels-o... * Ra on "Karma" (Law of One, all textual references): https://www.lawofone.info/results.php... * Yama-Niyama (Hinduism): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yamas


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0356 - TALKS: Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 23

Episode 0356 - Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 23
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Extended analysis of core Pali Buddhist teachings, based on the website: Puredhamma.net. Review of Maitripa's Amanasikara teachings, non-subjective attentiveness & core Mahamudra philosophy. Introduction to the Thai Forest Tradition & Ajaan Sao Kantasilo, advanced student-teacher practice dialogue & the necessity of prolonged great effort. Historical integration of 3 Buddhist yanas from Gautama to Maitripa & Ajaan Sao, summary of the path to Sotapanna. Comparisons with Ra Material & Western metaphysics. Image Credit: Richard Dunwoody (http://richarddunwoodyphotography.com) * A Fine Blend of Mahamudra and Madyamaka (Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes; Maitripa's amanasikara): https://kisslibrary.com/book/E808AF1F... * Thailand Forest Tradition: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thai_Fo... * Kammaṭṭhāna lineage: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kammaṭṭ... * Ajahn Sao Kantasilo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ajahn_S... * Ajaan Sao's Teaching: https://www.accesstoinsight.org/lib/t...


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0355 - TALKS: Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 22

Episode 0355 - Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 22
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Extended analysis of core Pali Buddhist teachings from the website: Puredhamma.net. Brief review of the 4 Conditions for Attaining Sotapanna page. In-depth discussion of Maitripada's Tattvavimsika chapter & core teachings of Amanasikara & Mahamudra. Translation from Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes (chapter 17; p.187-text, p.201-Scribd file). Comparisons with the Ra Material & Western metaphysics. Note: Sila is the correct Buddhist Pali word for virtue/morality, while Sati is the correct Pali word for mindfulness/attentiveness. Image Credit: Richard Dunwoody (http://richarddunwoodyphotography.com) * 4 Conditions for Sotapanna: https://puredhamma.net/three-levels-o... * Sotapanna (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sotapanna * Maitripada (Advayavajra): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maitripada * A Fine Blend of Mahamudra and Madyamaka (Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes; Maitripa's amanasikara teaching): https://kisslibrary.com/book/E808AF1F... * Twenty Verses on True Reality (Tattvavimsika, Maitripa). Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes (chapter 17, p.187-text, p.201-Scribd): https://www.scribd.com/doc/312268559/... * Two Truths Doctrine (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Two_tru... * Ajahn Sao Kantasilo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ajahn_S...

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0354 - TALKS: Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 21

Episode 0354 - Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 21
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Extended analysis of core Pali Buddhist teachings from the website: Puredhamma.net. 4 Conditions for Attaining Sotapanna: review of requirements & consequences. Living in accord with the 3 Marks teaching & original Buddha-Dharma. Initial comments on Maitripada, Amanasikara & Tibetan Vajrayana views of Mahamudra. Comparisons with the Ra Material & Western metaphysics. Note: Sila is the correct Buddhist Pali word for virtue/morality, while Sati is the correct Pali word for mindfulness/attentiveness. Image Credit: Richard Dunwoody (http://richarddunwoodyphotography.com) * 4 Conditions for Sotapanna: https://puredhamma.net/three-levels-o... * Correct interpretation of the 3 Marks: https://puredhamma.net/three-levels-o... * Sotapanna (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sotapanna * Maitripada (Advayavajra): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maitripada * Amanasikara (Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes): https://kisslibrary.com/book/E808AF1F... * Twenty Verses on True Reality (Tattvavimsika, Maitripa). From Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes (chapter 17, p.187-text, p.201-Scribd): https://www.scribd.com/doc/312268559/...


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0353 - TALKS: Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 20

Episode 0353 - Views/Action-Path in Buddha Dhamma, part 20
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Extended analysis of core Pali Buddhist teachings from the website: Puredhamma.net. 4 Conditions for Attaining Sotapanna: review of requirements & consequences. Living in accord with the 3 Marks teaching & original Buddha-Dharma. Introduction to Maitripa, Amanasikara & Tibetan Vajrayana views of Mahamudra. Comparisons with the Ra Material & Western metaphysics. Image Credit: Richard Dunwoody (http://richarddunwoodyphotography.com) * 4 Conditions for Sotapanna: https://puredhamma.net/three-levels-o... * Sotapanna (Wikipedia): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sotapanna * Correct interpretation of the 3 Marks: https://puredhamma.net/three-levels-o... * Maitripada (Advayavajra): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maitripada * Amanasikara (Prof. Klaus-Dieter Mathes): https://kisslibrary.com/book/E808AF1F...

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0352 - TALKS: Initial Comments on Astral City (Nosso Lar)

Episode 0352 - Initial Comments on Astral City (Nosso Lar)
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Psychological bases of attachment to 3D space/time and lower dimensions; dynamics of soul evolution reflected in astral plane location & proximity of Astral City to hell realms. Correlation between teaching & levels of development -- mirroring of form & consciousness. Solitary learning vs. interpersonal non-preferred service; balanced self-determination. Mundane & essential selfhood-inquiry (Sanskrit: ahamvicara; Ramana Maharishi); avoiding spiritual bypass. Astral City, film/book (Nosso Lar): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_...

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