Tag Archives: teachers and students

How to Surrender

Word on the street is Westerners have trouble with surrender. We don’t get it. We don’t do it. But what is surrender? Dharma Talk by Shambhavi Sarasvati Continue reading

Talkin’ that Realized Talk

Using spiritual teachings to support ego – oh, let me count the ways! This is especially attractive to teachers. It’s easy to mouth the teachings of others. It’s easy to fool people who are sincerely longing for support and spiritual friendship. Continue reading

The Guru’s Hint

Have you heard of the phenomenon of the “Guru’s hint?” The most obvious “hint” is when your teacher says to you: “I suggest you do this,” or “You may want to do that.” Your teacher is inviting you to a deeper level of surrender. Continue reading

How to Become a Guru

Lots of people these days want to be Gurus. Here’s how. Continue reading