On January 11th, I was invited for an interview on the internationally beloved spiritual podcast, Buddha at the Gas Pump, hosted by Rick Archer. I had a great time on BatGap sharing my story and discussing deeply important issues facing our world today, and I’ve received such beautiful and heart-warming feedback. The conversation touched on many topics: my spiritual journey, awakening, the embodiment process, service to others, my work as a therapist and teacher, the importance of integrating psychology and spirituality, and more. I’m honored to share this interview here with you:
For a summary and edited transcript of the interview, click here.
Table of Contents:
- Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump Series
- Discovering Spiritual Insights through “Buddha at the Gas Pump”
- Discovering Eastern Thought and Deer Park Monastery
- Exploring Higher States of Consciousness Through Music
- The Challenges of Kriya Yoga Practice
- Struggles with Kriya Yoga and Finding Purpose
- Journey to Emotional and Psychological Healing
- Understanding Kundalini Activation and Its Effects
- Discovering My Higher Self
- Differentiating Awakening from Psychosis
- The Path of Perseverance and Enlightenment
- Realization of Oneness and Unity
- The Importance of Service Post-Awakening
- The Transition from Ego-Identification to Ego-Transcendence
- The Influence of Meher Baba and the Journey to Self-Realization
- Embracing a Different Memory Post-Awakening
- Navigating Non-Doership and Embodiment
- Understanding the Ego and Brahman
- Rocket Ship as a Metaphor for Awakening
- Understanding Psychosis and Spiritual Awakening
- Illuminating the Ego: Pre and Post Awakening
- Challenges of Kundalini Awakening
- The Relationship Between Ego and Self-Realization
- Navigating the Role of a Spiritual Teacher
- The Role of Spirituality in Addressing Mental Illness
- Humanity’s Journey Through Suffering to Awakening
- The Role of Donations in Spiritual Endeavors
- Vision for a Peaceful Humanity
- Exploring Life’s Big Questions: Meaning, Reality, and Participation
- Embracing the Present Moment: The Power of What over Why
- Upcoming Interview with Lisa Carrillo