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This episode of Sitting with the Earth is dedicated to my sister Ivy Ross (https://www.ivyarts.org/projects ). Today is her birthday.

In this episode, we explore the profound freedom of not having to "pick and choose" the conditions of our happiness. We discuss how to hold pain, disappointment, and the "untoward" events of life within a "larger, spacious faith" rather than letting them define our peace.

I share a legendary story about jazz pianist Thelonious Monk and a pitcher of "rancid" orange juice. Just as a musician can take a flat note or a sour moment and turn it into beautiful music, we have the capacity to turn any situation into a miracle. Even when life feels difficult or "situationally rancid," the ground beneath us remains fertile.

Join me for a reflection on surrender, resilience, and finding the music in the mess.

Key Themes:

• Non-duality and acceptance

• Thelonious Monk story

• Turning difficulty into miracles

• Finding peace in "rancid" situations

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Join Brother G on Sitting With The Earth (http://www.SWTE.one) for a deep and vulnerable conversation with Luchana and Lubo (https://awakeningawakened.com/), passionate guides in the realms of non-duality, spiritual awakening, and "rediscovering our wholeness".

Luchana and Lubo share their journey beyond initial realization—which they say is "only the beginning"—and into the essential practice of "full embodied freedom". They discuss their 30-day online event, "Beyond Conditioning", a journey designed to free us from the inner burdens of shame, fear, and limiting beliefs.

In this episode, we explore:

The 30-Day Awakening Journey: What it means to move from intellectual ideas to a lived, embodied experience.

The "Burden of Effort": Unpacking the core belief that we must "make efforts" to be worthy of connection, appreciation, or love.

The "Juiciness" of Shadow Work: Why embracing the shadow is key to "wholeness" and accessing your full "nuclear engine of power, enjoyment, expression, and creativity".

A Live Exploration: The host, Brother G, shares his own anxiety about the podcast, leading to a beautiful, in-the-moment demonstration of meeting fear with vulnerability and presence.

Vulnerability as Courage: Discovering how intimacy and vulnerability are the "highest form of courage" on the spiritual path.

ABOUT LUCHANA & LUBO: Luchana and Lubo guide people worldwide to move beyond realization into full, embodied freedom. They are the creators of the "Beyond Conditioning" 30-day awakening journey (https://awakeningawakened.com/2025/09/30/beyond-conditioning-a-30-day-awakening-journey/) and the immersive "Come and Live With Us" retreats (https://awakeningawakened.com/2022/10/26/living-in-nonduality/).

Join Luchana & Lubo on their First Thursdays Zoom meeting, noon to 1pm U.S. Eastern Time:

Where Nonduality Meets Living Ecstasy: A Radical Return To Freedom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88905540192?pwd=UktJUm5YTWZxMHFvc2ppNjFUT29EZz09

Enjoy - http://www.SWTE.one - Nondual contemplation with Brother G. Welcome to Sitting with the Earth. This episode offers a powerful reflection on radical acceptance, mindfulness, and the nature of personal will. Explore what it means to live in "the place where nothing is undone, where everything is just as it is", learning to welcome all experiences—from fear and difficulty to joy and pleasure.

This session focuses on the practice of observing and surrendering the ego. Drawing on a paraphrase from Chuck C, we investigate how to discern our "personal will"—the desires that create ego satisfaction—and understand how feeding the ego can increase suffering. The central invitation is to "surrender the ego repeatedly", finding peace by fighting reality less. This meditation concludes with a comforting reassurance: "You are loved" and "You don't need to fight so hard."

Chuck C’s book:

https://www.google.com/search?q=a%20new%20pair%20of%20glasses%20chuck%20c#ebo=0

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Discover the "True Refuge" within—a space of inherent completeness where you can find peace amidst the natural flow of thoughts and sensations. This episode of "Sitting with the Earth" is a gentle meditation on accessing this inner sanctuary, not as a goal to be achieved, but as a simple invitation for more joy.

We explore how to let go of the stories of "success" and "failure," drawing on wisdom from Thomas Merton and lyrics from Jackson Browne to trust the path, even when we don't know where it leads. Join us to practice being present, release the need to keep score, and accept the world's invitation to play, serve, and love.

Keywords: Mindfulness, Meditation, Inner Peace, True Refuge, Thomas Merton, Spiritual Practice, Letting Go, Presence, Finding Joy, Success and Failure, Sitting with the Earth Podcast.

Enjoy - http://www.SWTE.one - Nondual contemplation with Brother G.

Are you tired of striving and pushing for spiritual growth? What if the most profound development happens not by doing more, but by simply being?

In this episode of Sitting with the Earth, we explore the gentle yet powerful art of letting go. Drawing wisdom from a nondual AI prototype and a poignant metaphor about not stapling petals onto a flower, we delve into the idea that true growth, like nature, cannot be rushed or forced. It must unfold from within.

This guided reflection is an invitation to release the pressure of having a destination. It’s a chance to create a space where everything is welcome—including your thoughts, your feelings, and even your desire for change. Learn how to hold your present experience with tenderness and care, and discover the peace that comes from accepting what is, right here and now.

Join us for this calming meditation on self-acceptance and find out how to carry more tenderness and civility back into your world.

In this episode, you will discover:

• The key to natural spiritual growth is allowing, not forcing.

• Why the concept of a spiritual "destination" or "path" can be limiting.

• A simple technique for observing your thoughts without getting caught in them.

• How to practice radical acceptance, even for the part of you that wants to change.

• The profound peace of making space for your present moment experience.

#SittingWithTheEarth #Mindfulness #SpiritualGrowth #Meditation #Nonduality #LettingGo #SelfAcceptance #InnerPeace #JustBe #Calm

Enjoy - http://www.SWTE.one - Nondual contemplation with Brother G.

Are you searching for a special state of being or looking to a teacher for answers? What if the peace you seek is already here, perfect and complete?

In this episode of Sitting with the Earth, we explore the profound concept of "the great OK-ness" and the freedom that comes from realizing you have nothing to lose. Drawing inspiration from Peter Fenner's book Natural Awakening, we gently deconstruct the idea of the spiritual guru, revealing that the true teaching is one that returns authority back to you.

Join us for a short meditation on letting go of the need to protect or defend, and instead, resting in the simple, powerful truth that this present moment is more than enough. This is a space to discover the peace that's always waiting for you, even when you're exploring life's many rabbit holes.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The concept of "enoughness" and inherent wholeness.

• Deconstructing the traditional student-teacher dynamic in spirituality.

• Inspiration from Peter Fenner's Natural Awakening.

• The meaning of "gilding the lily" in a spiritual context.

• Finding profound peace by realizing you have nothing to lose.

• A closing blessing for happiness, peace, and wisdom.

Subscribe for more weekly meditations and reflections designed to help you sit with the Earth and find peace in the present moment.

#SittingWithTheEarth #Mindfulness #Spirituality #Meditation #Nonduality #PeterFenner #Enoughness #FindingPeace

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Journey with "Sitting with the Earth" as we embrace the full spectrum of human experience – the ten thousand joys and sorrows. This episode invites you to cultivate curiosity for your feelings and even gratitude for their presence. We ponder the freedom that comes from realizing nothing is "personal" and that we don't need to be fixed. Explore the dance of wanting and losing, and imagine a life beyond the "little me." Connect deeply with the idea that "We are the Earth" in this gentle exploration of mindfulness, non-attachment, and being present. Find solace and expand your self-awareness.

#SittingWithTheEarth #Consciousness #InnerPeace #SpiritualJourney #EmotionalWellbeing #BePresent

Enjoy - http://www.SWTE.one - Nondual contemplation with Brother G.

In this episode, we explore the profound simplicity of being present in the moment, asking: What is here in the absence of any problem to solve?

Join us as we delve into the art of mindful living, drawing wisdom from everyday observations and profound teachings. Discover the freedom in walking without a destination, trusting each step like a dog joyfully chasing a Frisbee. We touch upon Joseph Campbell's insightful advice on overcoming creative blocks ("cut off your head") and the gentle reminder from Katagiri Roshi to enjoy each thing we are already doing.

This episode is an invitation to recognize the single, unifying force that shines the sun, grows your hair, and moves your tongue – the very essence that brought you here today. Whether you're in quiet contemplation or amidst daily activities, learn to connect with the present and find joy in the unfolding of life.

Tune in to cultivate peace, presence, and a deeper appreciation for the 'now.'

#SittingWithTheEarth #Mindfulness #Presence #BePresent #SpiritualPodcast #JosephCampbell #KatagiriRoshi #Meditation #InnerPeace #NoProblemToSolve #EnjoyTheMoment