Direct Teaching

All ancient and indigenous peoples insisted their knowledge of plant medicines came from the plants themselves and not through trial-and-error experimentation. Less well known is that many Western peoples made this same assertion. There are, in fact, two modes of cognition available to all human beings - the brain-based linear and the heart-based holistic. The heart-centered mode of perception can be exceptionally accurate and detailed....

Prepare to be transported into the mesmerizing realm of extraterrestrial wisdom and cosmic revelations! In this electrifying compilation, delve deep into the enigmatic world of Bashar—an otherworldly being hailing from the vibrant realms of Essassani. Uncover the profound insights and higher vibrational truths that illuminate his existence as an extraterrestrial messenger, shedding light on the mysteries of today's UFO sightings and the ancient tale of Atlantis. Embark on a journey through the cosmos as you explore the striking parallels between Bashar's teachings and the timeless ...

Explore the many dimensions of awakened consciousness under the guidance of respected spiritual teacher Adyashanti What does “awakening” mean to you? Perhaps it's about disconnecting from day-to-day concerns and living apart from the stresses of the world. Maybe you think awakening is about...

Things are not what they seem to be. Nor are they otherwise. –Lama Surya Das You don’t need to spend a lifetime purifying and perfecting yourself in order to touch the bliss of enlightenment. Your essential state of being is already one of pure awareness and incorruptible, innate wakefulness...

In the words of the Buddha, the four foundations of mindfulness (the four satipatthanas) are "the direct path for the purification of beings, for the surmounting of sorrow and lamentation, for the disappearance of dukkha (suffering) and discontent, for acquiring the true method, for the...

In the words of the Buddha, the four foundations of mindfulness (the four satipat­t­hana) are "the direct path for the purification of beings, for the surmounting of sorrow and lamentation, for the disappearance of dukkha (suffering) and discontent, for acquiring the true method, for the...

The Final Volume in Joseph Goldstein’s Satipatthana Sutta Series In the words of the Buddha, the four foundations of mindfulness (the four satipatthanas) are “the direct path for the purification of beings, for the surmounting of sorrow and lamentation, for the disappearance of dukkha...

The Inspired Hybrid Classroom is a comprehensive guide to unlocking the potential of hybrid learning. Written by experts from academia and industry, it explores the design of hybrid courses, emphasizing learner-centric approaches and promoting equity. The book examines the evolving role of hybrid education in career development amid automation, the need for agile university structures, and optimizing synchronous teaching. Through case studies, including those from Arizona State University and a women's entrepreneurship program, it offers practical insights into blending online and in-person...

Finally, a book that confronts the challenges filmmakers of all types of films face when bringing their vision to the screen. Emmy-nominated director and multi-hyphenate filmmaker Christopher Folkens (www.mysticfilms.com) provides an in-depth look at the personal journey necessary for any filmmaker to take on their debut film (or really any creative project for that matter).