Apr 10, 2026
Awareness Explorers episode 210: The Problem of Compartmentalization
In this episode we explore the problem of compartmentalization and how applying spiritual awareness to some areas of life (such as meditation), but not others (such as money or relationships) creates a spiritual identity that fails to integrate...
Mar 27, 2026
Awareness Explorers episode 209: Neelam, Guest Explorer
In this episode we talk to Neelam about her awakening with H.W.L. Poonja, known as Papaji, the role of trust in awakening, how the nervous system’s capacity to be present is the “missing link” between a desire for truth and the ability to experience it,...
Mar 13, 2026
Awareness Explorers episode 208: Trina Dawn, Guest Explorer
In this episode, we talk to Trina Dawn about the “seeker” identity as a mind-created story, which perpetuates suffering by resisting the present moment.
•Includes a guided meditation using questions to help you notice what’s shining right here, right...
Feb 27, 2026
Awareness Explorers episode 207: Tani Thole and Leslie Rogers, Guest Explorers
In this episode we talk to Tani Thole and Leslie Rogers, founders of the Light Dark Institute, about their philosophy of integrating shadow work for spiritual growth, by bringing love to the most unloved parts of the self, which are the...
Feb 13, 2026
In this episode, Jonathan and Brian debate the value of pre-meditation rituals for enhancing meditation. We outline several practices to enhance meditation, and we also contrast pre-meditation rituals to create deep experiences, versus viewing meditation as simply allowing “what is.”
• Includes a guided meditation...