Anne Baring, born 1931. MA Oxon. Jungian analyst. Author and co-author of 7 books. The ground of all her work is a deep interest in history and the spiritual, mythological, shamanic and artistic traditions of different cultures. Her website is devoted to the affirmation of a new vision of reality and the challenges facing us at this crucial time of choice. It includes her many talks, lectures and seminars as well as interviews and talks on YouTube.

Books:

• The Dream of the Cosmos
• The Myth of the Goddess: Evolution of an Image
• The Divine Feminine: Exploring The Feminine Face of God Around The World
• The Mystic Vision: Daily Encounters with the Divine
• Soul Power: An Agenda for a Conscious Humanity

Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group.

Transcript of this interview

Interview recorded April 14, 2018.

Video and audio below. Audio also available as a Podcast.

YouTube Video Chapters:

• 00:00:00 – Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump
• 00:04:51 – The Beginnings of Interest in Religion and Studies
• 00:09:17 – Beings in Other Dimensions
• 00:13:26 – The Defense Mechanism of the Ego
• 00:18:00 – The Inner Quest and the Call to Adventure
• 00:23:26 – Christianity and the Blame Game
• 00:27:52 – Non-violent response vs. Fighting back
• 00:32:16 – Nature as a Participation with Brothers and Sisters
• 00:37:32 – The Disconnect between Conscious and Unconscious Mind
• 00:42:38 – The Catastrophic Consequences of Nuclear War
• 00:47:06 – The Capacity for Kindness and Love
• 00:51:16 – The Evil of Nuclear Weapons
• 00:55:55 – Trauma and the Human Condition
• 01:00:34 – The Awakening of the Soul of Humanity
• 01:04:54 – The Transition to an Enlightened Society
• 01:09:22 – Nassim Haramein and the Rediscovery of Ancient Civilizations
• 01:13:44 – The Divine Ground
• 01:17:59 – The Miracle of the Body and Consciousness
• 01:21:55 – The Soul and the Sea of Being
• 01:26:26 – Breaking Down the Firewall between Worlds
• 01:30:20 – The Council of Nicaea and the Feminine Aspect of the Holy Spirit
• 01:34:29 – The Power of YouTube for Communication and Support
• 01:38:46 – The Complex Business of Individuation and Spiritual Realization
• 01:43:32 – The Middle Way and Gentle Spiritual Practice
• 01:47:57 – The Alchemical Process of Purification
• 01:52:03 – The Myth of Eve and its Impact on Women
• 01:56:10 – Balancing Career and Family Life
• 02:00:42 – The Civilization of Old Europe with Marija Gimbutas
• 02:04:54 – Gaining Perspective on Life and Past Lives
• 02:09:38 – Finding the Ticket in the Sock Drawer
• 02:13:25 – Conclusion of Interview

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Raphael Cushnir is a leading voice in the world of emotional connection and present moment awareness. He has shared his unique approach to personal and professional development with millions of readers in O, The Oprah Magazine, Beliefnet, Spirituality and Health, Psychology Today, and The Huffington Post. He is the author of six books, lectures worldwide, and is a faculty member of the Esalen Institute and the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. In addition, he coaches individuals and couples, as well as organizations and their teams. Raphael’s own heart was opened by an experience of profound grief.

Website: cushnir.com

Books:

• The One Thing Holding You Back: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Connection
• Surfing Your Inner Sea: Essential Lessons for Lasting Serenity
• Setting Your Heart on Fire: Seven Invitations to Liberate Your Life
• How Now: 100 Ways to Celebrate the Present Moment
• Unconditional Bliss: Finding Happiness in the Face of Hardship

Interview recorded September 3, 2017

Discussion of this interview in the Batgap Community Facebook Group.

Transcript of this interview

Video and audio below. Audio also available as a Podcast.

YouTube Video Chapters:

• 00:00:00 – Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump
• 00:04:58 – The Emotional Realm and Awakening
• 00:09:43 – The Skepticism of Spiritual Teachers and Authenticity
• 00:14:42 – Genuine Humility and Blind Spots in Spiritual Teachers
• 00:19:36 – The Intersection of Psychology and Spirituality
• 00:24:25 – Honoring the depth of a container
• 00:29:37 – “Choosing Connection and Presence”
• 00:34:56 – The Need for Spiritual Crisis Support
• 00:39:41 – The Transition to Surrendering Control
• 00:44:27 – The Unpredictability of Kundalini Awakening
• 00:48:59 – Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• 00:53:40 – Integration of Different Aspects of Being
• 00:57:40 – The Power of Integration
• 01:01:55 – The Heart Opening and Expansion of Consciousness
• 01:06:03 – Trusting Intuition and Being Open
• 01:09:59 – The Authentic Expression of Teachers
• 01:16:06 – The Container of the Self
• 01:18:03 – Strengthening the Ego and the Dance of Shiva and Shakti
• 01:22:11 – Techniques for Processing Trauma
• 01:26:12 – Emotions as Inner Touch
• 01:30:12 – Surfing Your Emotions
• 01:34:06 – Healing Through Practice
• 01:37:49 – Ramana Maharshi and the Radically Different Consciousness
• 01:41:48 – Embracing Resistance and Finding Freedom
• 01:45:49 – Neediness and Self-Identification
• 01:49:51 – The Value of Ongoing Support
• 01:53:40 – Growing in Ease and Acceptance
• 01:57:22 – The Sacred Journey of Seeking
• 02:01:10 – Following Your Curiosity and Trusting Your Heart
• 02:05:29 – Wrapping Up with Raphael Cushnir
• 02:09:10 – Sign up for the newsletter

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Lawrence Edwards, PhD, BCN Senior Fellow, LMHC has practiced and taught meditation for over 40 years. He is the Founder and Director of The Anam Cara Meditation Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching meditative practices from a variety of traditions. The mission of the Anam Cara Foundation is to make meditation instruction available to everyone. Lawrence has offered thousands of free meditation programs at universities, hospitals, churches, meditation centers, yoga centers, hospice groups, prisons and more.

Dr. Edwards maintains a clinical practice in Armonk, NY, offering Optimal Mind® Training, transpersonal psychotherapy, spiritual mentoring, biofeedback, neurofeedback, hypnosis, peak performance training, and meditation training. He also works with people interested in spiritual growth, dream work and Kundalini processes. He has served as President of the Kundalini Research Network since 2006 and is recognized around the world for his wisdom and skill in working with Kundalini.

Dr. Edwards has studied and practiced in the Kundalini yoga tradition, Tibetan Buddhist and Huichol Indian shamanic traditions. These rich reservoirs of wisdom have expanded and deepened the transpersonal and Jungian psychological perspectives of his professional training. His mystical experiences began as a young child and have continued throughout his life. They have been the real guiding force behind his studies and training. His profound experience of the Divine present in everyone, at all times, and in all places has lead him to a life of service in teaching and supporting others on their journeys into the Divine.

Websites:

• The Soul’s Journey
• Anam Cara
• Anam Cara Meditation Foundation’s weekly virtual meditation program offering nondual teachings, meditation, and chanting practices. Led by Lawrence Edwards. Visit anamcarameditation.org for more information.
• Chants and meditations archived on YouTube.

Books:

• • Awakening Kundalini – The Path to Radical Freedom
  • Awakening Kundalini – The Path to Radical Freedom (Audio Book)
  • The Soul’s Journey: Guidance from the Divine Within
  • Kali’s Bazaar
  • Om Namah Shivaya(Meditation CD)

Transcript of this interview.

Interview conducted 12/17/2016

Video and audio below. Audio also available as a Podcast.

YouTube Video Chapters:

• 00:00:00 – Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump
• 00:03:53 – The Thunderstorm Experience
• 00:08:01 – The Great Goddess and Kundalini
• 00:12:11 – Divine Intervention and Dedication to Service
• 00:15:31 – The Symbolism of Kundalini and Shakti
• 00:19:48 – Shiva and Shakti: Physics and Cosmology
• 00:23:54 – The Body and Consciousness
• 00:27:49 – The Involution of Consciousness
• 00:32:02 – The Evolution of Consciousness
• 00:36:08 – The Fulfillment of Longing
• 00:40:05 – Kundalini Unfolded and Becoming the Living Reality
• 00:44:22 – Kundalini Awakening and Lifetimes of Evolution
• 00:48:36 – The Nature of the Body
• 00:52:33 – The Vision of Goddess Kundalini
• 00:56:31 – The Indivisible Unity of Consciousness
• 01:00:41 – The Role of Shaktipat in Liberation
• 01:04:39 – The Black Void and the Causal State of Consciousness
• 01:08:39 – Kundalini Energy and Kriyas
• 01:12:47 – Letting Go and Opening the Door to Life
• 01:16:41 – Support and Medication in Kundalini Awakening
• 01:20:25 – Unfolding and Expansiveness of Consciousness
• 01:24:07 – Accessing Universal Consciousness through Kundalini
• 01:27:38 – Riding the Bubbles of Thought and the Unfolding of Consciousness
• 01:31:29 – Different perspectives on the Divine
• 01:34:49 – The Call to Go Further in Spiritual Practice
• 01:38:35 – The Challenge of Fulfilling the Dharma as a Teacher
• 01:42:38 – Dealing with Disillusionment in Spiritual Teachers
• 01:47:00 – The Face of the Infinite
• 01:50:49 – The Power of Kundalini Shakti and the Inner Guru
• 01:54:52 – Poetry and Pretenses
• 01:58:40 – Spiritual Emergency Network and Kundalini Resources

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