Miranda Macpherson is a spiritual teacher, counselor, and author of ‘Boundless love’. Known for her depth of presence and refined capacity as a guide into direct experience of the sacred, Miranda teaches and transmits a powerful synthesis of self-inquiry, depth psychology, devotion, and meditation. Inspired by Ramana Maharshi, A Course in Miracles, and extensive study into the world’s wisdom traditions, Miranda has over twenty years of teaching experience internationally. In 1996 she founded the groundbreaking ‘Interfaith Foundation’ in London, and during her 10 years as spiritual director, she trained and ordained over 600 ministers and spiritual counselors. She is now based in the San Fransisco Bay Area, and leads retreats and ongoing programs internationally for those wanting to substantially deepen their practice. Miranda offers an integrated and feminine approach to non-dual realization oriented at facilitating direct spiritual experience while providing a practical foundation for authentic transformation. Her clarity and love offer a deep holding in which to rest undefended in the present, taste deeper levels of consciousness and discover how to embody wisdom in daily life.
Books:
- The Way of Grace – The Transforming Power of Ego Relaxation (Book)
- Boundless Love: Transforming Your Life with Grace and Inspiration
CDs:
- The Way of Grace – The Transforming Power of Ego Relaxation (CD)
- Meditations on Boundless Love
- ‘The Heart of Being’ – Mantra CD
- ‘Awakening the Soul’ – Meditation CD
Website: http://mirandamacpherson.com
- Second BatGap interview with Miranda.
- Miranda in SAND Panel Discussion on Sexual Misconduct, Money, Power, Trauma & Ethics in Spiritual Communities
Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group.
Interview recorded 12/21/2013
Video and audio below. Audio also available as a Podcast.
YouTube Video Chapters:
- 00:00:00 – Introduction to Miranda Macpherson
- 00:03:04 – The Presence of God and Confusion with Religion
- 00:05:53 – Awakening to Boundless Love
- 00:09:03 – Formative Awakening and Spiritual Evolution
- 00:11:42 – The Interaction of the Soul with the Universe
- 00:14:43 – Soulful Spiritual Development and Healing Wounds
- 00:17:40 – Serving the Unchurched People
- 00:20:28 – An Encounter with Ramana Maharshi
- 00:24:12 – The Process of Integration and Identity Transformation
- 00:27:10 – Standing on the Edge of the Void
- 00:29:37 – Integration and Cultivating Trust
- 00:32:39 – Trusting the Beneficent Force
- 00:35:32 – Awakening in the Midst of Everyday Life
- 00:38:29 – The Elements of Devotion and Embodiment Practices
- 00:41:17 – Cultivating the Virtues
- 00:44:23 – The Power of Curiosity and Open-Mindedness
- 00:47:23 – Non-attack and the Ego
- 00:50:13 – Disengaging from the Ego
- 00:52:51 – The Ego as a Form of Thievery and Compassion
- 00:55:28 – The Relationship between Ultimate Reality and the Relative
- 00:57:57 – The Fullness and Diversity of Experience
- 01:00:21 – Walking with Great Suffering
- 01:03:19 – Genuine Spiritual Practice and Personal Choice
- 01:05:59 – The Importance of Spiritual Practice
- 01:08:28 – Gentle Effort and Mantras as a Way of Being
- 01:11:03 – Awareness during sleep and expanded perception
- 01:13:25 – Nectar-like Experiences in the Wilderness and the Presence of Deities
- 01:16:13 – A Nuanced Understanding of Possibilities
- 01:18:56 – Connections and Collaborations
- 01:21:14 – Building a Strong Foundation for Realization
- 01:23:45 – Where to Find More Content
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