Episodios

  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Harmless Whim", Part One
    Apr 5 2026

    The THREE-HEADED MAN'S discussion centers on the concept of developing conscious will through the practice of "harmless whims."

    Jimmy, Jazzy, and Freddy explore the idea that human actions are typically involuntary habits or driven by biological desires rather than true independent volition. To counteract this mechanical nature, they discuss a method from E.J. Gold’s writings that involves intentionally performing meaningless, trivial tasks, such as tugging an earlobe or standing on one leg. By choosing actions that provide no personal gain or gratification, the participants aim to voluntarize their habits and create a "reminding factor" for self-awareness. Their discussion emphasizes that while these efforts are small and likely to fail initially, they serve as essential training for strengthening the attention and resisting the machine-like tendencies of the personality.

    Ultimately, the sources highlight how shared accountability within a community helps individuals maintain these spiritual exercises even when they feel inconvenient or purposeless.

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    28 m
  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Search for Dr. Livingstone", Part Two
    Mar 29 2026

    In this episode, THE THREE-HEADED MAN discusses their experiences practicing a self-observation exercise centered on the phrase "I am not this."

    Jazzy describes how the mantra helped neutralize performance anxiety during a musical session, leading to a more stable emotional state. The conversation explores the difficulty of remembering spiritual homework and the tendency to treat such tasks as mere checkboxes rather than sincere internal efforts. They critique the pitfall of mimicking the external symptoms of enlightenment, such as intentional staring, rather than achieving the actual state. Ultimately, the group reflects on the power of accumulation, likening the slow progress of spiritual practice to gathering single logs of wood over time.

    THE THREE-HEADED MAN emphasizes that consistent, small efforts are more sustainable and meaningful than chasing immediate, dramatic insights.

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    22 m
  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Search for Dr. Livingstone", Part One
    Mar 22 2026

    In this episode, THE THREE-HEADED MAN explores the concept of identification, defining it as a state where individuals "fall into" various temporary personas without awareness.

    Jimmy, Jazzy, and Phreddie analyze the term "blithely" from EJ Gold’s Practical Work on Self, describing how people use intellectual excuses to remain disconnected from their deeper, animalistic natures. They contrast the "ivory tower" of theoretical knowledge with the "flesh and blood" reality of physical experience, noting that true self-work requires more than just academic understanding. Using the metaphor of searching for Dr. Livingstone, the group discusses the difficulty of finding one's one true identity amidst a sea of suggested influences. They conclude that the practice of declaring "I am not this" serves as a tool to break the grip of these mechanical identities.

    Ultimately, the dialogue emphasizes that total immersion in life must be balanced with a conscious rejection of false self-images to achieve genuine awakening.

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    29 m
  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Struggle of the Sorcerers", Part Two
    Mar 15 2026

    In this episode, THE THREE-HEADED MAN discusses their inner psychological work based on the teachings of EJ Gold.

    The group explores the concept of "buffers," which they define as internal walls that prevent different facets of one’s personality from interacting or recognizing each other. They struggle to interpret the symbolic roles of the Prince of Light and the Prince of Darkness, eventually viewing them as mechanical forces of fixation rather than moral entities. Jazzy illustrates these concepts by sharing a personal story of uncontrolled anger, noting how his vanity initially blinded him to his own irrationality.

    Ultimately, THE THREE-HEADED MAN emphasizes the importance of intentional struggle and the "gentle art of exposure" to bring these hidden, fragmented parts of the self into the light of awareness.

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    36 m
  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Struggle of the Sorcerers", Part One
    Mar 8 2026

    In this episode, participants, THE THREE-HEADED MAN explores their own nature.

    They examine the struggle of the sorcerer, a conceptual framework involving the Prince of Light and the Prince of Darkness who represent opposing internal forces of sleep and awakening. A central theme is the presence of organic buffers, which are psychological mechanisms that separate contradictory identities within a person to prevent feelings of madness. The speakers suggest that humans are often fragmented, possessing multiple personas that remain unaware of one another due to these mental barriers. To achieve redemption and transform the "biological machine," they propose a confessional storytelling process to expose and reconcile these internal inconsistencies.

    Ultimately, the text warns that the parts of ourselves we find most familiar may actually be the greatest obstacles to spiritual work.

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    29 m
  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Work Wish", Part Two
    Mar 1 2026

    In this episode, THE THREE-HEADED MAN discusses the challenges of maintaining mental clarity and spiritual discipline in daily life.

    Freddy shares a metaphor about getting new glasses, comparing the sudden sharpness of vision to the rare moments of heightened awareness that occasionally interrupt their typical "fuzzy" state of mind. The conversation transitions into their struggles with a "sacrifice" exercise, where they attempt to give up personal vices like blaming others, sugar, or physical impulses to benefit a higher purpose. They candidly describe the "negotiator" within themselves—a mental voice that creates excuses and loopholes to avoid true discipline. Ultimately, the participants reflect on how difficult it is to sustain the inner force required for these practices once the initial novelty fades.

    Through these personal anecdotes, the group explores the gap between fleeting insights and the rigorous effort needed for lasting self-observation.

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    31 m
  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Work Wish", Part One
    Feb 22 2026

    In this episode, THE THREE-HEADED MAN explores the personal motivations and psychological obstacles involved in their spiritual practices.

    They discuss the heavy burden of external expectations and the emotional toll of "blaming" others, which Jim describes as a draining, cyclical addiction. To combat these mechanical behaviors, the group examines concepts from a text regarding the "work wish," a temporary internal priority designed to foster unity of will and personal growth. Fred highlights the "sly man" approach, suggesting that teaching others is a strategic way to gain insights one might not achieve alone.

    Ultimately, the participants commit to a specific practice of sacrificing negative habits—such as blame or minor vices—and dedicating the resulting energy to the benefit of all beings.

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    35 m
  • Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Booby du Jour", Part Two
    Feb 15 2026

    The Three-Headed Man reflects on their spiritual paths, specifically their attraction to the teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff and his modern successor E.J. Gold.

    They share personal anecdotes about searching for meaning through books and music before finding a community that uses conscious movement and communication as a method of growth. A significant portion of the conversation focuses on a specific spiritual exercise termed "voluntarizing a habit," where they attempt to transform unconscious fidgets into intentional actions. Through examples like touching one's nose or gardening, they debate the difficulty of maintaining awareness during repetitive physical tasks.

    Ultimately, the speakers explore the challenge of self-observation and the effort required to remain present amidst the automatic behaviors of the human machine.

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    34 m