SuperWisdom Presents: Time Out for Truth

#157: Henry David Thoreau and the Masterpiece "Walden" - Vivid Imagery for Your Charmed Life of Wakefulness

SuperWisdom Foundation — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:28:00 GMT

The crisp language and imagery in "Walden" lift the wisdom seeker to profound heights of perception. In this podcast Tom and Fred highlight some of Thoreau's most practical and uplifting lessons. Read the book online here.

#156: A) Awareness in Movement as the Doorway to Silence B) Staying Sane while Employed in the Insane Corporate World

SuperWisdom Foundation — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:04:00 GMT

Starting with a powerful example from the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, Tom and Fred explore movement as a doorway to silence. Taoism, Acupuncture and Tai Chi mentioned as examples of this ancient and profound discovery. The dialogue changes gears to discuss a powerful post on this website by Christine. See her post here. How does one stay sane and not whither inside while having to work in the corporate world?

#155: Essence Unleashed -- Part Two of the Biographies of J. Krishnamurti . . . "Kitchen Chronicles" by Michael Krohnen

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:43:00 GMT

Using a fabulous biography of great depth and inspiration, this podcast delves deep into J. Krishnamurti's timeless message for modern day truth students. For Part One in this series, see podcast episode #153.

#154: Finding a True Teacher -- How Great Teachings Get Distorted by Followers

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:15:00 GMT

This essential topic resonates deeply with every sincere lover of wisdom and spiritual vitality. With so many traps and possible missteps, what matters most in finding a true source of aid for inner transformation? Are things different in our modern times? What new knowledge exists today that might better match the needs of the modern day truth seeker? This podcast is an excerpt from the SuperWisdom Foundation monthly tele/web-class. Donate to the nonprofit SuperWisdom Foundation. Thank you!

#153: "Perception of the Total is Immediate, without Preparation or Time" -- Two Fabulous Biographies of J. Krishnamurti

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:45:00 GMT

Discover the delight and humor, as well as the immense challenge offered by the great spiritual teacher J. Krishnamurti. This podcast draws from two biographies: Kitchen Chronicles by Michael Krohnen and Krishnamurti by Pupul Jayakar. Receive powerful new light on fundamental principles, for example, why it is, in Krishnamurti's words, "wearisome" and unproductive to struggle and strain to be "aware."

#152: Zen in the Art of Archery, by Eugen Herrigel

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:01:00 GMT

In only 79 pages, this classic little book not only tells a great personal story, but illustrates in unforgettable ways the advanced principles of Zen. Eugen Herrigel wrote "Zen in the Art of Archery" after his five year stay in Japan in the early 1950's. Discover how a specific practice, in this case archery, can be employed to open the deepest Truths of the Universe. (Announcement: Our next podcast will be January 16, 2010.)

#151: George Orwell's Animal Farm -- Find Pure Spiritual Delight in this Powerful Classic

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:56:00 GMT

With humor and loads of new insights, Tom and Fred delve deep into George Orwell's classic novel Animal Farm. Discover how well the sophisticated brainwashing techniques employed today are clearly seen through and understood! Great relief is in this podcast for you -- the relief of thinking for yourself! Read Animal Farm Online.

#150: How Modern Scientific Experiments Help Melt Away Entrenched Beliefs and Devitalizing Notions

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:24:00 GMT

Explore the immense power of creative imagination and belief. Tom and Fred draw on modern experiments regarding the placebo effect, plus experiments measuring the Heart's sphere of power registered up to 50 feet away. Learn how most humans live in the self-created prison of an inverted triangle, and how to reverse the triangle with the base in the region of our Essence, our Breath. This is a five star podcast, added to the best of the best list at www.superwisdom.com

#149: Symbolic Wisdom in the LABYRINTH--Rising Above Severe Storms that Occasionally Blow Your Way

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:57:00 GMT

Fred explores the spiritual journey symbolism found in beautiful labyrinth at Chartres Cathedral in France. Learn the secret of passing through severe inner storms. Enjoy five questions and insights from this worldwide audience.

#148: Gateway to Silence and Receptivity - A Real Time Kinesthetic Awareness Exercise

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:44:00 GMT

Discover how to access your muscle awareness for a soothing yet highly empowering entrance to silence and receptivity. Nothing like this has ever been recorded on the internet before. Save this special podcast for when you are home with time to yourself.

#147: The Instant Oasis -- Four Huge Steps UP on the Spiritual Quest

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 18:43:00 GMT

This podcast reviews four very significant realizations in the unfoldment of the inner spiritual kingdom. Learn how Reality uses dry spells to smash barriers for the release of refreshing Truth and abiding good cheer.

#146: "How would a True Self person interact with an insane, false self rampant world?"

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:48:00 GMT

A fascinating journey with these thoughtful questions from Anne in Phoenix -- ONE: When I interact with the external world, it is obvious to see the ego, false self operating in others (I see it in myself more and more, though not as often or as clearly as in others). However, when I am able to see in that way, I often feel that I'm being "critical" -- or not looking at the positive side of people. How would a true self person interact with an insane, false self rampant world? TWO: I'm wondering what your view is on all of the various breathing techniques, body postures, mantras, chanting exercises, kriyas -- that have been handed down by the various yogi masters. THREE: And – this is just personal curiosity – but how did you and Fred come to this level of understanding?

#145: The Healing Power of Forgiveness - Q & A Before Break - Next Podcast October 17th

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 15:55:00 GMT

ONE: Happiness and wisdom flow from the foundation of forgiveness. From the esoteric viewpoint, what does it really mean to forgive, and how do you do it? TWO: Question on how to deal with a "know it all" spiritual friend, and another on what "The Great Work" wishes for all of us. THREE: We're on break until Saturday, October 17th. Enjoy the archives!

#144: Mysteries of the Inner Life Christians -- The Nag Hammadi Library and the Gnostic Movement of 110 A.D

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:12:00 GMT

The Gnostics brought inner life wealth to the message of Christianity. They sought direct knowing, not structure. The movement was largely misunderstood until the 1945 discovery of the Nag Hammadi Library. Now we enjoy wonderful new light on these fascinating Truth seekers. This podcast discusses key points about the Gnostics, including their history and a brief look at "The Secret Book of James" and "The Gospel According to Thomas." Link below to the book discussed in this podcast: The Secret Teachings of Jesus--Four Gnostic Gospels.

#143: When your spouse or significant other has little or no interest in higher ideas, what do you do?

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 14:52:00 GMT

This is a recorded dialogue discussion between 8 or 9 people -- a thorough and honest look at a crucial, yet sometimes very touchy subject. This 17 minute podcast contains a goldmine of secrets for stress-free relationships and your spiritual growth. Discover bright and productive viewpoints that can aid you for a lifetime. Please share this with your friends.

#142 - See Through Fear and Vernon Howard's Classic "Walk Yourself Awake" Spiritual Exercise

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 18:05:00 GMT

ONE: A look at mass hypnosis and how fear gets generated over future events, for example, the 2012 Mayan Calendar "end of the world" drama. TWO: Special guest speaker on this podcast! Yes, hear Vernon Howard himself give his classic "Walk Yourself Awake" exercise. THREE: How to wisely spread spiritual seeds to receptive people, so you don't get bitten!

#141: Reclaim Your Imagination - The Sacred Power Neglected by Millions of Spiritual Seekers

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 15:33:00 GMT

ONE: How humans misuse imagination to create their personal unhappiness factory. TWO: Precise ways imagination can be reclaimed and purified. THREE: The trap of selective listening. FOUR: The supreme secret of a gentle switch, not a stubborn opposition. FIVE: Vernon Howard's startling comment on the imaginative power of an awakened mind. SIX: Fred leads an exercise to demonstrate how imagination leads to ease of movement. SEVEN: How your purified power of imagination prepares and energizes the space in which a future event is scheduled to occur. EIGHT: How to hold spiritual principles in the mind for extended periods of time.

#140: Life's Healing Flow - An Inspiring Study of Lao Tzu's Classic Tao De Ching

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 15:01:00 GMT

The wisdom of the Tao flows like a river. Nothing real prevents you from living within this flow NOW. This podcast combines three stellar "Time Out for Truth" episodes from 2007, episodes not posted here for several years. We focus on a fascinating and moving translation of the Taoist classic entitled The Tao De Ching of Lao Tzu by Brian Brown Walker.

#139: The Tree of Life and the Ancient Law of Attraction - Part Two

SuperWisdom Foundation — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:42:00 GMT

ONE: How your level attracts your life. TWO: How lofty insights clear away space for new influxes of energy. THREE: How the Law of Attraction can cause healthy inner upheaval, at least initially. FOUR: How Socrates and Henry David Thoreau taught an absolutely invaluable component of the Law of Attraction. FIVE: How the Tree of Life compares to the "Tree of Knowledge."

#138: The Tree of Life and the Ancient Law of Attraction - Part One

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 15:36:00 GMT

ONE: The Tree of Life as ancient symbol of life and spiritual growth. TWO: Live in the abundant flow of upward energy. THREE: The real law of attraction and how it works for you. FOUR: Why the modern day, popularized version of this ancient law is a con. FIVE: How stress gets all knotted up in the upper part of the tree, and divorces itself from the roots in your Heart. SIX: How all energy flows with purity from the Source, and how awareness reveals the misuse of this originally pure energy. SEVEN: A wonderful secret for harmonious relationships. ** So much is in this podcast for you! Please share this with your good friends.

#137: Raising Children - The Inside Story

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:19:00 GMT

ONE: Why direct attempts to raise a child to "walk toward truth" could push them in the opposite direction. TWO: How children learn by imitation much more than from our words. THREE: How the little things in life bring great joy. FOUR: Mechanical, by rote learning VS lively discovery. FIVE: Have faith in the resilience of the child. SIX: Fred relates how he met a most lovely, charming family in the midst of the Amazon Jungle. SEVEN: Link to book Tom mentions to help teenagers develop critical thinking skills.

#136: Evoke Your Radiant Heart - How Pure Truth is Sweet and Subtle, Yet Very Challenging

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 30 May 2009 15:03:00 GMT

ONE: Maurice Nicoll reveals the immense power of a single drop of pure Truth. TWO: Lisa's insights into the thick grooves of the false self. THREE: Dependence on the intellect - the main source of "spiritual" frustration. FOUR: Myron's pizza party with the #130 podcast on Conscious Dining. FIVE: Book tip - J. Krishnamurti's Commentaries on Living. SIX: Why churches form and how Truth is flexible and presents itself anew. SEVEN: The proof of spiritual maturity.

#135: The Spell of Unconscious Imitation - The Magnitude of Its False Power and How You Can Break Free Forever

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:33:00 GMT

ONE: Fred tells of his recent visit to the lecture of a spiritual teacher, and the quite surprising things he observed while there. TWO: Tom relates incidents at Vernon Howard's school illustrating the importance of self-reliance, and how lifeless and mechanical group behavior can be. THREE: Jeanne's fascinating observations while watching her young nephew and her question about how personality forms. FOUR: Several insights and questions from the audience make for a lively discussion, including Phil's question on what to do about the feeling of emptiness.

#134: Spiritual Aikido - Diamonds of Pure Simplicity for the Transformation of Opposition

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 16 May 2009 18:11:00 GMT

ONE: How the martial art of Aikido transforms opposition into one clear energy, and its marvelous connection to the inner life. TWO: Simplicity clearly defined. THREE: Finding the map you seek inside of yourself, and the relief of giving up the frantic search to have someone or something out there show it to you. FOUR: Real talk about the dark night of the Soul. FIVE: How this podcast seeks to stir something awake within you, rather than "teach" you something.

#133: Real Alchemy - How to Multiply the Parts of You that Want the Truth

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 09 May 2009 11:32:00 GMT

1) How can we increase the number of inner workers, the parts of us willing to apply spiritual Truths? 2) Challenging talk about Pharisees, both the inner ones and the outer ones. 3) Why Christ stayed silent when asked by Pilate, "What is the Truth." 4) Break the spell of worry and fretting. This podcast delves into a most enriching modern translation of the New Testament by E.V. Rieu. Download your PDF copy here.

#132: Dr. Paul Brunton and the Quest of the Overself -- How to Recover Sacred Glimpses You've Had Before

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:56:00 GMT

ONE: Question from Lisa on how to recover a profound and unifying inner life state, a state that seems now lost. TWO: Dennis asks about keeping a journal and Tom's insight on the best way he's found to use them. THREE: Question from John about connection with the Overself -- a reference used by the spiritual anthropologist Dr. Paul Brunton in his classic book Quest of the Overself, which is available through Amazon.com, or probably through your local library using inter-library loan.

#131: Are There Levels of Truth? How Eternal Principles Find Their Way Into Relationships and Business

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:09:00 GMT

What happens when spiritual Truths get watered down? How can spiritual Truths be expressed in the vital areas of our daily life, including business and relationships? How can one lift the power and quality of their inner signal, their tone, to perceive the oneness and unity of Life. Sparked by one of the best questions we've ever received here, this podcast travels to amazing places. Save perhaps years of search and struggle with this information.

#130: The Time Out for Truth DIET -- How to Eat Your Way Into Eternal Life

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 17:06:00 GMT

Tom and Fred delve deep into what is perhaps the most powerful spiritual awareness exercise on earth -- Conscious Dining! With personal examples and good humor, this podcast overflows with practical ways to transform your life, and with the simplest of things! Learn tips in this podcast that will impact positively your relationships, your happiness and even your health. Link to article mentioned at the end.

#129: Principles of Penetrating Inquiry -- How to Know if a Book or Teacher Really is Authentic

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 17:33:00 GMT

Maurice Nicoll's books back in print. TWO: Putting together your own unique jigsaw puzzle. THREE: Socrates timeless insight, "Know thyself." FOUR: How the common world interpretation of the Bible and Christ is nothing less than poison, and how to detox. FIVE: Tony's question about how to know if a given book or teacher really is true. SIX: How popular mental success thought culture shrivels up and turns on the practitioner. SEVEN: Why seekers should avoid breathing exercises, and what G.I. Gurdjieff warned about them. EIGHT: How to study with great power and efficiency. NINE: Link to the SuperWisdom gift page.

#128: Flashes of Light on the Spiritual Path -- How to Sidestep the Intellect for Pure Perception

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 15:51:00 GMT

This podcast explores Jeanne's question:

"Around three years ago, I went through a period of time during which I was able to see and understand the meaning behind Work ideas that I'd just been reading about for twenty years. For example, one ordinary day sometime back in early 2005, I was involved in some routine task when suddenly I was standing outside myself observing 'Jeanne', my personality. During this time, I seemed to have an unusual amount of energy. Also, I was suddenly interested in non-Work related things that I'd never been particularly interested in before; astronomy, organic chemistry, neurology.

"This unusual state seemed to last for months, but gradually it ebbed away. I still have an i-Pod full of educational podcasts; however, lately I've been feeling as though I were slogging through deep mud.

"I have two questions for you. First, how do you recharge when you are 'running on empty'. Second, is it really possible not to identify when loved ones are suffering? This second question is not a rhetorical question, I'm ready to learn how. Thanks, I'll be listening."

Jeanne (Georgia, USA)

#127: The Esoteric Meaning of SALT -- A Fascinating Study of the Bible's Book of Luke

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 12:46:00 GMT

ONE: How to have a whole body full of light. TWO: What it means to be a real disciple. THREE: The Bible's use of the word "salt" with a detailed discussion of its inner meaning. FOUR: The captivating power of the New Testament's inspiring language of parables. FIVE: How to read the the gospels so the healing sinks in to the Heart.

#126: Journey to the Magical Oasis -- Awareness is a Doorway, Not a Destination

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 15:11:00 GMT

ONE: The Sufi Poet Hafiz shakes things up. TWO: The trap of looking for an eventual "big" spiritual experience. THREE: Journey through a magical oasis - awareness is a doorway, never a destination.

#125: E.V. Rieu's Breathtaking Translation of the Gospel as Recorded by Mark

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:07:00 GMT

Tom and Fred discuss the vast inner meaning of Mark's Gospel, including whole new viewpoints on several miracles performed by Christ. Discover practical tools, right from this Gospel, to uplift your spiritual awareness. You will never hear a discussion of the New Testament like what you have right here in this Podcast. Here is the download page for PDF copy of Rieu's translation.

#124: Dissolve Stress While Sleeping

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 14:55:00 GMT

Main Topics in this Podcast: ONE: (:45) Principles of sound, restful sleep explored in detail. TWO: (6:23) Stress and efficiency discussed from Dale's question on information overload and modern society's stress addictions. THREE: (13.04) This question from Andre: "We are told that we come from Consciousness. We are told we go back to Consciousness. We work very hard during this life to BECOME conscious. This begs the questions: Why? If we ARE Consciousness, but asleep to it while alive, why do we need to expend the effort to become conscious if that is what we intrinsically ARE?" ** DOWNLOAD LINK THE GOSPEL OF LUKE (The topic for next week.)

#123: How to Let Stress and Worry Pass You By -- Why the False Self is so "Sticky"

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 17:35:00 GMT

Why negativity sticks around. TWO: The core of the false self as it forms in early childhood. THREE: How we attract into our lives the very things we fear. FOUR: Early indoctrination and layers of conditioning. FIVE: Creating new energy for conscious mastery. SIX: Why the false self is so eager for movement and despises silence. SEVEN: Reminder of the SuperWisdom "Hara" Podcast (#96) in the "New Viewpoints" category. EIGHT: A simple silence exercise at the end of the day.

#122: Are you chasing the 'enlightenment' bunny? Review of Nisargadatta's Radiant Book: "I Am That!"

SuperWisdom Foundation — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 12:34:00 GMT

The efficiency of awareness for meeting daily life challenges. TWO: Resilience and spiritual recovery from life's blows. THREE: J. Krishnamurti and how enlightenment is just one second. FOUR: Review of "I Am That" by Nisargadatta. FIVE: A brief look at Nisargadatta's school in India. SIX: How human convictions of life and death are without logic, and absurd. SEVEN: How to listen from the Whole Self to the beautiful feeling and gift of Life.

#121: Inspiring Facts about Fear You may Never have Heard Before

SuperWisdom Foundation — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:44:00 GMT

Disconnect from the rat race. TWO: A close look at fear and a crucial subtle change with tremendous power. THREE: How awakening is the marriage of opposites. FOUR: The Taoist yin/yang symbol and the alternating use of energy. FIVE: The Bible's "Good Householder" and the value of developing constructive habits. SIX: How to avoid self-condemnation. SEVEN: Time Out for Truth Podcast plans for 2009.

#120: Secrets the Whole World Should Hear - Audience Q & A - Look for #121 on January 14th

SuperWisdom Foundation — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:58:00 GMT

How to release your inner spiritual allies. TWO: Why false elements "hate" the wise parts of you awake now and active. THREE: The esoteric meaning of the Bible's "Children of Israel" and what it means that "man is made in the image of God." FOUR: Question, "If only Good exists, where does evil come from?" FIVE: Deep insights into why opposition is a necessity for spiritual unfolding. SIX: How all true and authentic elements have a counterfeit. SEVEN: The secret of working gently instead of with forceful struggle. Announcement: We're on break until January 14th, so enjoy the vast archives! Scroll down to the categories on the left.

#119: Spiritual Lessons While Learning to Fly - Tom Russell Speaks Live

SuperWisdom Foundation — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:04:00 GMT

The great secret of releasing stress and struggle. TWO: The sure sign of a new state of being -- worry, gossip and anger taste terrible! THREE: How the truly advanced insights are in the tiny acts of daily life. FOUR: Lessons of independence in Tom's first solo flight. FIVE: Flying cross country -- breaking free of familiar patterns by challenging the fear. SIX: The master pilot's flexible attention. SEVEN: Christ speaks of the well of water springing up into everlasting life.

#118: A Daring Look at Politics with Inner Develoment in Mind

SuperWisdom Foundation — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:47:00 GMT

ONE: Politics, tension and the false self. TWO: How political labels create division and brainwashing. THREE: Speaking unknowingly from programmed mental tapes, self-observation and the power of a relaxed response. FOUR: How conditioning is perfectly capable of parroting the truth. FIVE: Your True Self is open space. SIX: The lion and the sheep, referred to in the Bible, as symbols of strength and gentleness dwelling in perfect harmony. SEVEN: The awful stress of the strained phony smile, and how it is rampant in society.

#117: A Careful Look at the Word "Struggle" -- Q & A from the Audience

SuperWisdom Foundation — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:35:00 GMT

Question: Does staying awake become easier? TWO: When effort becomes too much and turns sour. THREE: The transformation of confused, chaotic energy into one clear flow. FOUR: SuperWisdom from the Bible's Book of Acts. FIVE: How fear is used to keep you bluffed. SIX: How the shell is fuel for the flickering internal light's expansion and unification. SEVEN: A challenging look at the phrases "trusting in God" and "God has a plan for my life."

#116: When to Stay, When to Go -- Let Difficult Circumstances Lift You Above Your Comfort Zone

SuperWisdom Foundation — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:15:00 GMT

ONE: What's unique about this podcast. TWO: How fixation on a teacher can blind us to the river. THREE: How society has distorted the word "guru." FOUR: The immense power of a simple smile. FIVE: Vernon Howard's definition of what it means to be wise. SIX: Freedom from hounding thoughts. SEVEN: Changing gears to rest and recreation, and how not to over-effort.

#115: Spiritual Teachings Have Talked About it for Centuries -- What is This Thing Called "Sleep?"

SuperWisdom Foundation — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:38:00 GMT

Why this topic is so important. TWO: (2:01) Clues and signs that we are in fact asleep, and don't know it. THREE: (4:44) The energy boost of mindfulness and why it is necessary to break the spell of spiritual sleep. FOUR: (8:02) How sleep is a state of stagnant, frozen energy. FIVE: (11:53) How mental associations are natural, but sleep fosters unseen mechanical progressions. SIX: (15:12) How sleep is a low quality soul signal that connects us to a invisible world of common anguish. SEVEN: (20:3) You can live a normal life with flourishing consciousness. EIGHT: (22:01) Fred sends us home inspired with a special insight exercise.

#114: "What do I know from myself?" -- How This Challenging Question Releases New Healings

SuperWisdom Foundation — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:37:00 GMT

Why this topic is difficult. TWO: (2:15) The significance of listening and its different dimensions. THREE: (5:01) The reversal from intellect to Essence. FOUR: (9:00) The trap of procedures and rules. FIVE: (11:28) How the human mind craves props and beliefs. SIX: (15:07) How the real Bible is in the Living Truth flowing vertically from your sacred Center. SEVEN: (18:02) Unfolding a whole new understanding of "I". EIGHT: (20:35) Inner unity and the New Testament symbolism of marriage and the wedding feast.

#113: Exploring Grief and Loss plus Great Spiritual Lessons from Nature -- Bees, Honey and Cats

SuperWisdom Foundation — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:45:00 GMT

Slowing down the mind. TWO: (2:17) The trap of trying to "grasp" spiritual knowledge. THREE: (3:11) A discussion of three concise mental pictures beginning with the symbolism of bees and honey. FOUR: (5:45) An insight tip on the unconscious tendency to pick up the mannerisms of others. FIVE: (7:50) Second mental picture -- lessons for quietness and new receptivity. SIX: (10:20) The relief and power of living in the beginner's mind. SEVEN:(11:04) Third mental picture -- Reality breaks through. EIGHT: (15:21) Question from Charles on grief and loss of a loved one. NINE: (19:58) Comment from Jim in Northern California on the live SuperWisdom monthly web/tele-class. TEN: (21:12) Finding the balance point and the fabulous example of cats.

#112:"The Addictive Organization" by Anne Wilson Schaef, plus the Creative Potential of Small Groups

SuperWisdom Foundation — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:36:00 GMT

Society as addictive agent. ONE: (1:42) How an organization seems to take on a "life of it's own." TWO: (2:28) Society's hidden aim -- create a "loyal" army of numb zombies. THREE: (5:32) Vernon Howard's insight on "Zones of Pressure." FOUR: (6:32) Sure signs of an addictive organization: gossip, mental seduction, setting up sides. FIVE: (10:51) New Testament wisdom: "Be wise as serpents, and harmless as doves." SIX: (14:04) A look at workaholism in addictive organizations. SEVEN: (16:50) The creative power of small groups when made up of self-reliant individuals. EIGHT: (20:54) How addictive organizations shun honesty and straight talk. NINE: (23:12) Invitation to explore Anne Wilson Schaef's book The Addictive Organization.

#111: How the Individual Can Move Toward Growth and Sanity in the Midst of Turmoil

SuperWisdom Foundation — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:13:00 GMT

A tough but truthful look at society. TWO: (3:44) The abandonment of the old-fashioned values. THREE: (4:40) Is there a mass spiritual awakening, or is this a soothing falsehood? FOUR: (6:50) How spiritual teachings seem to be prolific, but mostly diluted, watered-down. FIVE: (8:56) How breakthroughs generate opposition, but the opposition itself is a spiritual nutrient. SIX: (11:06) Fred gives an example of a huge energy shift. SEVEN: (13:58) Read the poem by Rumi referenced in this podcast. EIGHT: (15:23) Audience insights and questions. NINE: (19:04) Tracking back a mental spin -- how unconscious and rapid associations burden us. TEN: (22:10) The Unity of Life and the importance of consuming a wide variety of spiritual nutrients.

#110: Deep into Kinesthetic Awareness -- The Gentle Rain of Spiritual Sparkles

SuperWisdom Foundation — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:06:00 GMT

The primary aim of awareness and a special sensing exercise. TWO: (5:22) Why battling stress and anxiety with the intellect is futile. THREE: (6:42) Author Vernon Howard defines awareness with crystal clarity. FOUR: (8:33) The constant rain of spiritual sparkles -- Truth is everywhere! FIVE: (10:13) Mike in Reno, Nevada relates his encounter with a rigid fundamentalist. SIX: (12:59) The power of being alone. SEVEN: (14:42) Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? EIGHT: (17:27) John encounters a difficult family issue. NINE: (19:13) Principles of making good decisions. TEN: (21:42) Lots of new listeners! Navigation tips through www.TimeOutforTruth.com

#109: How to Use Ordinary Things in Life to Develop Inwardly - More Insights on Podcasts 107 & 108

SuperWisdom Foundation — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 11:46:00 GMT

Use your gifts and develop what you now have. TWO: (7:54) The power of conscious eating. THREE: (10:08) Linking your inherent faculties. FOUR: (11:22) A speech coach teaches a priceless lesson in self-observation. FIVE: (13:18) Ralph W. Emerson's insight into knowing from yourself, instead of quoting. SIX: (15:58) Awareness of a person's present, transient low level state without judging them for it. SEVEN: (18:55) The false "life" of labeling. EIGHT: (20:15) Audio comment from Peter in Germany and posting the SuperWisdom Dictionary. For your copy, click here.

#108: Big "K" Knowing vs Small "k" knowing -- How to Allow Reality to be Your Best Friend and Advocate

SuperWisdom Foundation — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:13:00 GMT

The delusion of a "container" for spiritual wisdom. TWO: (3:56) The original mistake of the mind as identification with knowledge. THREE: (5:52) The connection of big "K" Knowing with Love's purity. FOUR: (7:13) How big "K" Knowing gets through self-enclosed minds. FIVE: (9:06) The urgent need for finding our own neutral. SIX: (11:13) Big "K" Knowing through myths, stories, parables and mental pictures. SEVEN: (15:54) How higher states and flashes of consciousness may first feel wrong. EIGHT: (17:27) Question from Terry in Australia about regrets and how to allow Reality to be your advocate. NINE: (24:30) Albert Einstein's marvelous definition of insanity.