An Advaita forum focusing on Realisation, enlightenment, non-duality, Real Love, peace, freedom, Your original nature, abiding naturally, the Oneness, the Nothingness, and Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj.
Here, there is nothing that is believed, so there is no one here who wants you to believe anything, either. Here, the invitation is to be free of all that you have been programmed, conditioned, acculturated, and domesticated to believe so that you can be free, period.
Furthermore, for those who have developed a preference for any non-nisargan yoga or who prefer Traditional Advaita Vedanta, Neo-Advaita, Neo-Vedanta, or Pseudo Advaita: here you will only find the use of the Direct Path Method of teaching along with the Nisarga (Natural) Yoga, all shared in simple, everyday English.
F.: It was shared yesterday that there is a season for duality. It is "The Season of Consciousness," Maharaj pointing out that when the consciousness arises, "the world of duality arises simultaneously."
He said, "Consciousness is on contact, a reflection against a surface, a state of duality" and "Consciousness is of duality. There is no duality in awareness."
Persons try to survive in their all-dualistic cultures and, with most, the dualistic nature of their existence will never even register; moreover, with the widespread denial and dissociation that marks and mars the existence of the non-Realized masses, the misery and suffering and instability that duality leads to will not register, either.
Most, therefore, will never reach a point of readiness to leave behind their unnatural normalization and unconscious acceptance of duality as "the way things are." Such circumstances will assure that not only will the teachings of non-duality not be understood but also that such teachings will not even be sought.
So in the prior posting, this was shared:
It was written that "there is a season to everything," including "a time to build up and a time to break down; a time to gather up and a time to cast away; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; a time to speak and a time to keep silence; a time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace." Each of those marks points in the relative existence and some mark various points on the Advaitin "path."
How can such dualities still exist even along the "path" to the non-dual understanding? Easily. Duality remains until the end of the "path" and will often rear its head along the way. For example, seekers at the religious or spiritual step will still try to "gather up" - gathering up all sorts of dogma or spiritual concepts and practices and exercises.
They will still interrupt the silence rather than maintain the silence as they are excitedly driven to discuss what they have "gained" and as they try to share it with "others" (trying to give away that which they do not have); and they will still have opinions (newly-formed opinions generated by their new and improved "good" identities) about which things are "okay" and which things are "not okay" ... about what is to loved and what is to be hated.
The warped results of such "new and improved" - but still dualistic beliefs - can include unnatural abstinence (in order to be "perfectly pure"); the avoidance of certain foods that are required for body organs to function at optimum capacity;
retentive behaviors that have a disgustingly restrictive impact on persons (and on those unfortunates who must deal with them); and the avoidance of the pleasures of the relative which can only be experienced after Reality has been overlaid on the relative.
Yesterday, the building up and breaking down was discussed. Note that the building up includes the building up of a mind ... of a storehouse of false ideas and concepts and beliefs and attitudes and personalities. The child's vision is blurry before it becomes clearer and can eventually focus. So it is with all persons.
Yet at some point, if freedom and peace are ever to manifest, then all of that which has been built up in the mind must be broken down during "adulthood" in order for clear seeing to happen; thus, "a time to gather up and a time to cast away."
And that which is cast away is not limited to the content of the mind, of course. As clarity returns, there is an actual de-accumulation of physical things as well as mental and emotional things. There is even a de-accumulation of religious and spiritual things at some point as well - it all must go.
What must go, too, for Realization to come, is the unquestioned "respect for authority" that is pounded into children (and pounded literally in too many cases). In the case of some who take the kind of rebellious stance that was modeled by Maharaj, the mental and emotional and sometimes physical poundings - at home, in school, in church, in society- set the stage for a disrespect for authority that allows the opportunity to start looking at "the world" in a different way, not in "their way" anymore.
[What about you? Are you looking at "the world" in a different way, not in "their way" anymore? If you are not willing to question everything you have been told or taught or presently believe, then Realization can never come.]
Maharaj said that "duality lasts only as long as it is not questioned."
Next, consider these seemingly contradictory pointers that are not contradictory at all but are merely level-appropriate:
"You must have knowledge of that which you truly are" vs. "All knowledge is learned ignorance."
Those two pointers also involve the time to gather up and the time to cast away. Knowledge is required until it casts out ignorance; when ignorance is cast away, then knowledge is no longer required. The peace of mindlessness can then manifest.
Thus, the Ultimate Medicine is indicated as a need among the masses, but once the Ultimate Sickness has been eliminated, then the Medicine is no longer needed. The Ultimate Medicine must be gathered up to eliminate learned ignorance, but it can be cast away once all learned ignorance has been cast away.
Yes, there is "A Season of Sickness" when the Medicine must be gathered, but for the Realized few, there is "A Season of Wellness" when the Medicine can be cast away. Then, any continued dealings with the teachings that might happen are nothing more than a part of an entertaining dance.
He said, "Consciousness is on contact, a reflection against a surface, a state of duality" and "Consciousness is of duality. There is no duality in awareness."
Persons try to survive in their all-dualistic cultures and, with most, the dualistic nature of their existence will never even register; moreover, with the widespread denial and dissociation that marks and mars the existence of the non-Realized masses, the misery and suffering and instability that duality leads to will not register, either.
Most, therefore, will never reach a point of readiness to leave behind their unnatural normalization and unconscious acceptance of duality as "the way things are." Such circumstances will assure that not only will the teachings of non-duality not be understood but also that such teachings will not even be sought.
So in the prior posting, this was shared:
It was written that "there is a season to everything," including "a time to build up and a time to break down; a time to gather up and a time to cast away; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; a time to speak and a time to keep silence; a time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace." Each of those marks points in the relative existence and some mark various points on the Advaitin "path."
How can such dualities still exist even along the "path" to the non-dual understanding? Easily. Duality remains until the end of the "path" and will often rear its head along the way. For example, seekers at the religious or spiritual step will still try to "gather up" - gathering up all sorts of dogma or spiritual concepts and practices and exercises.
They will still interrupt the silence rather than maintain the silence as they are excitedly driven to discuss what they have "gained" and as they try to share it with "others" (trying to give away that which they do not have); and they will still have opinions (newly-formed opinions generated by their new and improved "good" identities) about which things are "okay" and which things are "not okay" ... about what is to loved and what is to be hated.
The warped results of such "new and improved" - but still dualistic beliefs - can include unnatural abstinence (in order to be "perfectly pure"); the avoidance of certain foods that are required for body organs to function at optimum capacity;
retentive behaviors that have a disgustingly restrictive impact on persons (and on those unfortunates who must deal with them); and the avoidance of the pleasures of the relative which can only be experienced after Reality has been overlaid on the relative.
Yesterday, the building up and breaking down was discussed. Note that the building up includes the building up of a mind ... of a storehouse of false ideas and concepts and beliefs and attitudes and personalities. The child's vision is blurry before it becomes clearer and can eventually focus. So it is with all persons.
Yet at some point, if freedom and peace are ever to manifest, then all of that which has been built up in the mind must be broken down during "adulthood" in order for clear seeing to happen; thus, "a time to gather up and a time to cast away."
And that which is cast away is not limited to the content of the mind, of course. As clarity returns, there is an actual de-accumulation of physical things as well as mental and emotional things. There is even a de-accumulation of religious and spiritual things at some point as well - it all must go.
What must go, too, for Realization to come, is the unquestioned "respect for authority" that is pounded into children (and pounded literally in too many cases). In the case of some who take the kind of rebellious stance that was modeled by Maharaj, the mental and emotional and sometimes physical poundings - at home, in school, in church, in society- set the stage for a disrespect for authority that allows the opportunity to start looking at "the world" in a different way, not in "their way" anymore.
[What about you? Are you looking at "the world" in a different way, not in "their way" anymore? If you are not willing to question everything you have been told or taught or presently believe, then Realization can never come.]
Maharaj said that "duality lasts only as long as it is not questioned."
Next, consider these seemingly contradictory pointers that are not contradictory at all but are merely level-appropriate:
"You must have knowledge of that which you truly are" vs. "All knowledge is learned ignorance."
Those two pointers also involve the time to gather up and the time to cast away. Knowledge is required until it casts out ignorance; when ignorance is cast away, then knowledge is no longer required. The peace of mindlessness can then manifest.
Thus, the Ultimate Medicine is indicated as a need among the masses, but once the Ultimate Sickness has been eliminated, then the Medicine is no longer needed. The Ultimate Medicine must be gathered up to eliminate learned ignorance, but it can be cast away once all learned ignorance has been cast away.
Yes, there is "A Season of Sickness" when the Medicine must be gathered, but for the Realized few, there is "A Season of Wellness" when the Medicine can be cast away. Then, any continued dealings with the teachings that might happen are nothing more than a part of an entertaining dance.
Please enter the silence of contemplation. (To be continued)
For those seeking the full explanation of the topics addressed here, there are more than a dozen non-duality books available at http://www.floydhenderson.com/ .
There are another half dozen titles available at http://www.amazon.com/ for those with a Kindle Reader, and the following titles are available through Amazon.com only:
The Final Understanding
The Ultimate Sickness, The Ultimate Medicine
I AM THAT (vs. "This Is Who I Think I Am")
Freedom From Shifting Between States of Happiness and Unhappiness
Why You Must Be Empty If You Would Be Full
The Myth Of Death
What BLISS Is and What BLISS Is Not
(If you do not have a Kindle Reader, you can still read Kindle books by visiting Amazon and downloading one or more of their five free applications so that you can read Kindle books on your PC, iPhone, Blackberry, iPad, or Android.)
[PLEASE NOTE: If you are receiving this post via an RSS feed, it is recommended that you view the actual article because the content is often modified or added to after the initial posting.]
The Twice-Stolen Necklace Murders offers the non-duality message by way of a mystery-adventure novel, discussing the movement from pain to healing to awakening to peace.
From Dr. R.F. Maley, Ph.D, Professor Emeritus and former Head of the Department of Psychology, University of Houston: "Floyd Henderson's book, The Twice-Stolen Necklace Murders, is a fun read and an interesting mystery, but perhaps more importantly it serves as a vehicle for blending Eastern Philosophy and Native American Spirituality to make an intellectually challenging novel. The book's insights into both relationships and authoritarian conditioning of people in our society make it a must read, tracing the roots of narcissistic, sociopathic and psychopathic behaviors to the very core of the culture. This truly witty and politically-incorrect study of the aggressive nature of 'the American character' offers not only a diagnosis but also a treatment plan, making the book an excellent supplemental reading in courses such as psychology, anthropology, philosophy, sociology and counseling."
The Sequel to The Twice-Stolen Necklace Murders:
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF WARS
[RE: The "Subscribe To" feature: In some cases, all of the month's postings might be sent the first time after subscribing; after that, you should receive only one day's posting at a time.]
YOUTUBE ADVAITA VEDANTA YOGA VIDEOS
Click on the arrow below to start Video One:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Two:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Three:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Four:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Five:
Please enter the silence of contemplation.
The Final Understanding
The Ultimate Sickness, The Ultimate Medicine
I AM THAT (vs. "This Is Who I Think I Am")
Freedom From Shifting Between States of Happiness and Unhappiness
Why You Must Be Empty If You Would Be Full
The Myth Of Death
What BLISS Is and What BLISS Is Not
(If you do not have a Kindle Reader, you can still read Kindle books by visiting Amazon and downloading one or more of their five free applications so that you can read Kindle books on your PC, iPhone, Blackberry, iPad, or Android.)
[PLEASE NOTE: If you are receiving this post via an RSS feed, it is recommended that you view the actual article because the content is often modified or added to after the initial posting.]
Much of what Louise has shared has resonated with many site visitors. to that end, some have inquired recently if Louise offers the online Advaita Internet Course. The answer is, "Yes."
Whether taking the course with Louise or Floyd, the price of the course includes all 11 of the Advaita eBooks, questions sent after completion of the assigned readings, replies to your answers, and follow-up as required.
With either teacher, you will be guided through all seven of the steps, in order, that lead from identification with the false "I" to the Absolute (and beyond). For more specific information and details about the course, you may click on the link to the right.
Purchase at Discount the Advaita Internet Course with Louise
by
Clicking the Buy Now Button below:
Purchase at Discount the Advaita Internet Course with Floyd
by
Clicking the Buy Now Button below:
Whether taking the course with Louise or Floyd, the price of the course includes all 11 of the Advaita eBooks, questions sent after completion of the assigned readings, replies to your answers, and follow-up as required.
With either teacher, you will be guided through all seven of the steps, in order, that lead from identification with the false "I" to the Absolute (and beyond). For more specific information and details about the course, you may click on the link to the right.
Purchase at Discount the Advaita Internet Course with Louise
by
Clicking the Buy Now Button below:
Purchase at Discount the Advaita Internet Course with Floyd
by
Clicking the Buy Now Button below:
Now you can receive for $40 a downloadable computer file version of the same 7-hour satsang that seekers receive when they visit for the Advaita Retreat with Floyd. You will be guided through the seven steps from identification with the false "I" to the Absolute (and beyond).
For more information or to order, click:
DVD or Downloadable computer file versions of the Four-Day Advaita Retreat
SIX WAYS THAT SEEKERS HAVE REALIZED:
1. BY WATCHING the 4-Disk Video (DVD) Set, or the same retreat available as a downloadable file. Either will provide an entire seven-hour retreat / series of satsang sessions showing three seekers being guided through all seven steps by Floyd and can provide viewers with an “experiential,” step-by-step series of satsang meetings that will move the viewers from identification with the I to abidance as the Absolute and then to abidance as That Which Is beyond
Some seekers are already using the computer file version and the DVD sets for meetings in groups in homes, playing the retreat, pausing for discussion, etc.
To find out more or to purchase the DVD set or the downloadable computer file version of the retreat, click:
DVD or Downloadable computer file versions of the Four-Day Advaita Retreat
Option “A” is for the downloadable file version, Option “B” is used to order the DVD set for delivery inside the U.S., Option “C” for international orders.
For the download, Paypal will send me a notice that payment has been received and then I will send by e-mail the downloading instruction, password, etc.
[It is recommended that you watch the video with pen and paper in hand. Write whatever you need clarified. You'll see that there are constant reviews and you might find an answer later in the seven-hour presentation. Then, after you watch it all, there will be a common ground for discussion. Purchase of the DVD’s or the file will include the right to clarifications and answers to your specific questions via e-mail.]
2. BY READING these books in this exact order:
IT'S ALL BULLSHIT (And Why Knowing It Sets You Free)
SPIRITUAL SOBRIETY (Recovering What Religions Lost)
[Those two prepare the seeker to question it all]
THE MEDITATION GUIDES
[Provide a broad overview of the understanding]
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I DIE?
[Begins to free the seeker of body identification and the desire for body continuity]
THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS "PEACE OF MIND" (There Is Only Peace if You're Out of Your Mind)
[Shows the seeker how to be free of the subconscious motivators of the false content of the “mind”]
LIBERATION
[Shows the seeker how to be free of the subconscious motivators of personas]
THE ESSENCE OF THE TEACHINGS
[Provides the final preparation for the seeker to be directed along the “path”]
FROM THE I TO THE ABSOLUTE (A Seven-Step Journey to Reality)
[Directs the seeker along the “path”]
CONSCIOUSNESS/AWARENESS: The Nature of Reality Beyond Self-Realization (Peace Every Day When Abiding as The Absolute)
[Allows the seeker to understand the functioning of the totality, the manifestation, and what is involved with the un-manifestation]
FROM THE ABSOLUTE TO THE NOTHINGNESS
[Provides the seeker the wisdom to understand the Noneness as well as the Oneness]
Purchase an e-Book now and begin reading it in minutes (except with e-checks that can take 7-10 days). Trusting our clients as we do, all e-Books are provided to you in printable form.
SAVE IF YOU BUY ALL ELEVEN AT ONCE:
(You may order the books one at a time or you may use the following link to acquire the entire 11-e-Book set on sale for $99 if ordered at one time with the “Buy Now” button below. For this option, there will be no download links provided; once the near-instant notice of payment is received from PayPal, your e-Books will be sent to you as e-mail attachments. All are printable for your convenience.
NOTE: When you order this package, you receive three additional ebooks free: CASTING LIGHT ON THE DARK SIDE OF RELATIONSHIPS, FINDING REAL LOVE IN AN UNREAL WORLD and THE TWICE-STOLEN NECKLACE MURDERS (offering the Advaita teachings in a fictional novel format)
For more information or to order, click:
DVD or Downloadable computer file versions of the Four-Day Advaita Retreat
SIX WAYS THAT SEEKERS HAVE REALIZED:
1. BY WATCHING the 4-Disk Video (DVD) Set, or the same retreat available as a downloadable file. Either will provide an entire seven-hour retreat / series of satsang sessions showing three seekers being guided through all seven steps by Floyd and can provide viewers with an “experiential,” step-by-step series of satsang meetings that will move the viewers from identification with the I to abidance as the Absolute and then to abidance as That Which Is beyond
Some seekers are already using the computer file version and the DVD sets for meetings in groups in homes, playing the retreat, pausing for discussion, etc.
To find out more or to purchase the DVD set or the downloadable computer file version of the retreat, click:
DVD or Downloadable computer file versions of the Four-Day Advaita Retreat
Option “A” is for the downloadable file version, Option “B” is used to order the DVD set for delivery inside the U.S., Option “C” for international orders.
For the download, Paypal will send me a notice that payment has been received and then I will send by e-mail the downloading instruction, password, etc.
[It is recommended that you watch the video with pen and paper in hand. Write whatever you need clarified. You'll see that there are constant reviews and you might find an answer later in the seven-hour presentation. Then, after you watch it all, there will be a common ground for discussion. Purchase of the DVD’s or the file will include the right to clarifications and answers to your specific questions via e-mail.]
2. BY READING these books in this exact order:
IT'S ALL BULLSHIT (And Why Knowing It Sets You Free)
SPIRITUAL SOBRIETY (Recovering What Religions Lost)
[Those two prepare the seeker to question it all]
THE MEDITATION GUIDES
[Provide a broad overview of the understanding]
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I DIE?
[Begins to free the seeker of body identification and the desire for body continuity]
THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS "PEACE OF MIND" (There Is Only Peace if You're Out of Your Mind)
[Shows the seeker how to be free of the subconscious motivators of the false content of the “mind”]
LIBERATION
[Shows the seeker how to be free of the subconscious motivators of personas]
THE ESSENCE OF THE TEACHINGS
[Provides the final preparation for the seeker to be directed along the “path”]
FROM THE I TO THE ABSOLUTE (A Seven-Step Journey to Reality)
[Directs the seeker along the “path”]
CONSCIOUSNESS/AWARENESS: The Nature of Reality Beyond Self-Realization (Peace Every Day When Abiding as The Absolute)
[Allows the seeker to understand the functioning of the totality, the manifestation, and what is involved with the un-manifestation]
FROM THE ABSOLUTE TO THE NOTHINGNESS
[Provides the seeker the wisdom to understand the Noneness as well as the Oneness]
Purchase an e-Book now and begin reading it in minutes (except with e-checks that can take 7-10 days). Trusting our clients as we do, all e-Books are provided to you in printable form.
SAVE IF YOU BUY ALL ELEVEN AT ONCE:
(You may order the books one at a time or you may use the following link to acquire the entire 11-e-Book set on sale for $99 if ordered at one time with the “Buy Now” button below. For this option, there will be no download links provided; once the near-instant notice of payment is received from PayPal, your e-Books will be sent to you as e-mail attachments. All are printable for your convenience.
NOTE: When you order this package, you receive three additional ebooks free: CASTING LIGHT ON THE DARK SIDE OF RELATIONSHIPS, FINDING REAL LOVE IN AN UNREAL WORLD and THE TWICE-STOLEN NECKLACE MURDERS (offering the Advaita teachings in a fictional novel format)
You may visit The Official Website of Floyd Henderson for information on each book.
3. BY ENROLLING in the Online Advaita Classes
Received 19 August 2010 from one that just completed the entire course:
I would like to extend deepest appreciation towards you for these teachings that you have offered. It has been most valuable towards what may not have been revealed throughout this manifestation labeled "anthony." Understanding Truth and finding words for gratitude are one as is all. Thank you again for pointing "me" to THAT and the understanding that came as well. Hopeful for future "contact"! Sincerely, Anthony M. W.
For information, visit Information on the Advaita Classes on the Internet
To enroll visit Enroll in the Advaita Internet Course
4. BY ATTENDING an Advaitin retreat for satsang with floyd and being guided through all seven steps. For details of the retreats offered, please visit the retreat information site.
5. BY ARRANGING satsang by telephone in the U.S. or by Skype internationally.
Presently, Skype sessions are being conducted with parties in Australia; The Netherlands; New Jersey, U.S.A.; London, England; Italy; and India.
Use the Contact link for details or for information on making arrangements for a session
6. BY ARRANGING for floyd to travel to your location and meet with you or your group. Use the contact link above to discuss details.
3. BY ENROLLING in the Online Advaita Classes
Received 19 August 2010 from one that just completed the entire course:
I would like to extend deepest appreciation towards you for these teachings that you have offered. It has been most valuable towards what may not have been revealed throughout this manifestation labeled "anthony." Understanding Truth and finding words for gratitude are one as is all. Thank you again for pointing "me" to THAT and the understanding that came as well. Hopeful for future "contact"! Sincerely, Anthony M. W.
For information, visit Information on the Advaita Classes on the Internet
To enroll visit Enroll in the Advaita Internet Course
4. BY ATTENDING an Advaitin retreat for satsang with floyd and being guided through all seven steps. For details of the retreats offered, please visit the retreat information site.
5. BY ARRANGING satsang by telephone in the U.S. or by Skype internationally.
Presently, Skype sessions are being conducted with parties in Australia; The Netherlands; New Jersey, U.S.A.; London, England; Italy; and India.
Use the Contact link for details or for information on making arrangements for a session
6. BY ARRANGING for floyd to travel to your location and meet with you or your group. Use the contact link above to discuss details.
The Twice-Stolen Necklace Murders offers the non-duality message by way of a mystery-adventure novel, discussing the movement from pain to healing to awakening to peace.
From Dr. R.F. Maley, Ph.D, Professor Emeritus and former Head of the Department of Psychology, University of Houston: "Floyd Henderson's book, The Twice-Stolen Necklace Murders, is a fun read and an interesting mystery, but perhaps more importantly it serves as a vehicle for blending Eastern Philosophy and Native American Spirituality to make an intellectually challenging novel. The book's insights into both relationships and authoritarian conditioning of people in our society make it a must read, tracing the roots of narcissistic, sociopathic and psychopathic behaviors to the very core of the culture. This truly witty and politically-incorrect study of the aggressive nature of 'the American character' offers not only a diagnosis but also a treatment plan, making the book an excellent supplemental reading in courses such as psychology, anthropology, philosophy, sociology and counseling."
You may purchase your copy of the ebook version of THE TWICE-STOLEN NECKLACE MURDERS then start reading within minutes:
The Sequel to The Twice-Stolen Necklace Murders:
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF WARS
For a paperback or eBook version of the book, click:
[THE YOUTUBE ADVAITA VEDANTA VIDEOS ARE AVAILABLE IN LARGER FORMATS BELOW WHICH MIGHT PROVIDE MORE COMFORTABLE VIEWING FOR SOME SITE VISITORS]
[RE: The "Subscribe To" feature: In some cases, all of the month's postings might be sent the first time after subscribing; after that, you should receive only one day's posting at a time.]
YOUTUBE ADVAITA VEDANTA YOGA VIDEOS
Click on the arrow below to start Video One:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Two:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Three:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Four:
Click on the arrow below to start Video Five:
Please enter the silence of contemplation.
