Seeds of Dharma in the Western-seeming Zones
November 27 2018
What are the real histories of ancient traditions? And what are we doing when we label our understanding as “classical” or “authentic”? A poem from Satsang with Shambhavi Read More
What Should I Do During a Solar Eclipse?
August 20 2017
Shambhavi Sarasvati talks about solar eclipses, omens, the deeper spiritual significance of eclipses and what you should do during a solar eclipse. Read More
Spirituality, Political Engagement and Non-dual Tantra
February 7 2017
A Conversation with Shambhavi Sarasvati Shambhavi got together recently with Jacob Kyle from Embodied Philosophy to chat about the intersection of spiritual practice, politics and social justice. In the video, Shambhavi responds to criticism she’s received about being a politically engaged spiritual teacher, and she talks about the Tantrik View of manifest life as a theater of engagement… Read More
What is Direct Realization?
February 15 2016
Direct realization spiritual practice emphasizes the direct encounter. It de-emphasizes faith, trust and belief in favor of finding out about Reality first-hand for yourself. Read More
Ordinary Mind
November 15 2012
If we have a relationship to a teacher with some greater realization, we can follow the advice of the teacher and relax our own karma. The teacher gives us more access to the View from the ocean. By Shambhavi Sarasvati Read More
Talkin’ that Realized Talk
January 24 2011
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. By Shambhavi Sarasvati Read More
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