There are moments when the world feels unbearable—when corruption, ignorance, and suffering seem like the only reality. And there are moments when personal conflict feels inescapable—when the same painful patterns keep repeating, always with new people, always with the same familiar struggles.

But what if neither of these experiences are what they seem?

In this episode, we explore two key insights:

These teachings are drawn from two essays, which are available on my Substack if you’d like to read them in full.

The world doesn’t have to change for you to be free. But to see that, you have to be willing to do the work.

Listen in.

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Here’s a description for the podcast episode:

Episode Title: Placing Peace First

Episode Description:

In this episode, Guru Mark Pifer revisits a profound group satsang from January 2021, exploring the central teaching of Placing Peace First. The discussion begins with the essay Mistaking Rest for Peace, which examines the difference between external rest and true, abiding peace.

Mark also reflects on We Get to Have Christ Moments, an essay highlighting Christ’s humanity and the surrender that leads to peace, and introduces a new essay, Placing Peace First, written to expand on this essential teaching.

Join us as we dive into these timeless lessons and explore how surrendering to the present moment can lead to the peace that is your birthright.

In this episode of In the Company of Truth with Guru Mark Pifer, we delve into two transformative teachings that serve as foundational practices for new students.

First, we explore Murder Your Abstract Self, a powerful essay and visualization exercise that introduces the essential insight: You are not your thoughts, nor the character in your mind's stories. This teaching offers practical tools to break free from anxious patterns and find relief in the present moment.

We then connect this to Joyously Futile, an essay that uncovers the hidden peace in surrendering the endless pursuit of happiness. Through embracing life as it is, without grasping for what feels missing, we discover the joy that has always been within reach.

Join me as we discuss how these insights can open the door to liberation and deepen your connection to the peace that is your birthright.

Polished versions of both essays are now available on my Substack for further reading. Let’s dive in.