Join host Linda Lang as she delves into the profound world of mysticism with the insightful Rabbi Rami Shapiro on this episode of Exploring the Mystical Side of Life. Rabbi Shapiro shares his perspective on transforming the egoic self, the potential of consciousness, and the importance of authentic spirituality for humanity's survival. Key Highlights of the Episode: 🔮 Understanding the dichotomy between the egoic self and the true self ✨ Distinctions between spirituality and religion, and recognizing faux vs. authentic spirituality 🧠 Examining C. D. Broad's theory of the brain as a "reducing valve" of consciousness 🧘 How practices like meditation and chanting can expand our conscious experience 🔄 Rabbi Rami's personal insights into the 12-step program and its spiritual underpinnings 🌀 The critical first step of the 12-steps: acknowledging powerlessness and learning to "surf the madness" 🔄 The transformative spiritual process illustrated through Christian narratives 🤲 The intersection of spirituality and justice and the crucial role of the golden rule Rabbi Rami Shapiro is a revered spiritual teacher and author who brings wealth from various religious traditions, including Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and beyond, focusing on the heart of mysticism in each. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that may just deepen your connection to the mystical side of life. Visit Rabbi Rami Shapiro at https://www.spiritualityhealth.com/, or https://new.oneriverfoundation.org/ and http://rabbirami.com/ Find his latest book, "Judaism Without Tribalism", and other works at local bookstores and Amazon. If you enjoy our journey into the mystical realms, please like, share, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest episodes. Your support helps us explore more dimensions of spirituality and mysticism for everyone. If you'd like to buy us a cup of coffee, contributions (any amount) can be made to https://paypal.me/thoughtchange or https://www.buymeacoffee.com/s0ycsy6sj9. Thank you! We appreciate all donations. Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExploringTheMysticalSideofLife Exploring the Mystical Side of Life is on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/exploringthemysticalsideoflife/ 👉 For more content related to personal transformation, visit Linda Lang at https://ThoughtChange.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtchange123 Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThoughtChange1 ThoughtChange on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.lang.thoughtchange YouTube ThoughtChange: https://www.youtube.com/@ThoughtChange Meditations: https://insighttimer.com/thoughtchange Blog: https://medium.com/@thoughtchange123 Produced by Linda Lang, ThoughtChange, POB 551, Richmond, ON Canada K0A 2Z0 #Mysticism #spirituality #RabbiRamiShapiro #12steps #consciousness #meditation #chanting #AuthenticSpirituality #religion #justice #compassion #ego #transformation #podcast

Join host Linda Lang as she delves into the mystical journey with modern mystic Mary Reed. Mary shares her journey from an executive life to living in a Himalayan Buddhist nunnery, and how her spiritual awakening unfolded through profound and unexpected mystical experiences, leading her to explore her divine potential. Both Linda and Mary emphasize the changing landscape of mysticism, suggesting that these profound moments of connection and realization are becoming more accessible to all, not just traditional mystics. As they share their own mystical experiences, listeners are encouraged to open their minds to the possibility of such awakenings in their own lives. In this episode: Embracing the non-linear and holographic nature of mystical experiences; Overcoming mental barriers to allow for deeper spiritual understanding; Recognizing the universal calling to awaken to mystical realities; Navigating the challenges of integrating spiritual capacity into human life... and more... For more of Mary Reed's work, visit: www.LoveMaryReed.com Reference: Humanity's Epic Awakening by Mary Reed Thanks for Exploring the Mystical Side of Life with us. If you enjoyed this conversation and wish to support our podcast, please like, comment and share our channel. Stay connected to the mystical side of life! If you'd like to buy us a cup of coffee, contributions (any amount) can be made to https://paypal.me/thoughtchange or https://www.buymeacoffee.com/s0ycsy6sj9 Thank you! We appreciate all donations. Exploring the Mystical Side of Life is on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/exploringthemysticalsideoflife/ Visit Linda Lang at https://ThoughtChange.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtchange123 Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThoughtChange1 ThoughtChange on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.lang.thoughtchange YouTube ThoughtChange: https://www.youtube.com/@ThoughtChange Meditate with Linda: https://insighttimer.com/thoughtchange Blog: https://medium.com/@thoughtchange123 Produced by Linda Lang, ThoughtChange, POB 551, Richmond, ON Canada K0A 2Z0 #MaryReed #MysticalExperiences #SpiritualAwakening #ExploringTheMysticalSideOfLife #LindaLang #Mysticism #DivinePotential #Oneness #Consciousness #Awakening #spiritualitypodcast Remember to like, comment, and share this episode if it resonates with you, and don't forget to subscribe to stay updated with our latest content. Thank you for embarking on this mystical journey with us!