David Thomas is a self-realization teacher, speaker, and writer living in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Through self-inquiry and deep meditation, he has gained a deeper understanding of the true inner-self and liberation. He seeks to guide individuals in their pursuit of their true nature through his writing, speaking, and personal coaching.
David’s teachings are from his own personal experiences and he shares his insights through videos, quotes, and poems. His works are created to help uplift and heal those who seek release from their constant pain and suffering caused by mental bondage. He speaks from his personal experience of having being lost in ignorance, then finding the truth within, and experiencing nirvikalpa samadhi. One conversation with him truly has the power to transform the way you see and experience life. The love and wisdom he often radiates is a blessing to all seekers of truth.
Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group.
Interview recorded June 9, 2018
Video and audio below. Audio also available as a Podcast.
YouTube Video Chapters:
- 00:00:00 – Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump
- 00:05:58 – Witnessing a Miracle
- 00:10:31 – Near-death experience and spiritual awakening
- 00:16:19 – The Gift of Reading Energy
- 00:22:09 – The Reality of Poverty and Intellect
- 00:26:49 – The Madness of Self-Obsession
- 00:30:56 – The Reality of Boot Camp and Conditioning
- 00:35:32 – Disconnecting Your Humanity
- 00:40:41 – The Manipulation of Ranks and Power Gangs
- 00:45:56 – The Majesty of the Ocean and the Limitlessness of the Stars
- 00:50:29 – The Dark Path of Depression and Suicidal Thoughts
- 00:55:29 – The Experience of Near-Death
- 00:59:19 – The Profound Experience of Near-Death
- 01:04:03 – Self-Realization: Cutting Through Reality
- 01:08:16 – The Essence of Self-Realization
- 01:13:06 – Discovering Pure Awareness
- 01:16:20 – Realizing the Oneness
- 01:20:09 – The Journey to Oneness and Noneness
- 01:25:28 – The Liberating Power of the Absolute
- 01:29:47 – The Power of Enlightenment
- 01:34:40 – Being Love
- 01:38:04 – The Dark Side of Awakening and Enlightenment
- 01:42:27 – Connecting the Dots
- 01:46:43 – The Concept of God
- 01:50:37 – Gratitude for the Beauty of the World
- 01:53:58 – Follow Your Goal and Trust in God’s Provision
- 01:57:36 – Resting in Awareness
- 02:02:04 – The Language Barrier in Awakening
- 02:06:42 – The Importance of a Spiritual Community, Connected Electronically
- 02:11:29 – The Search for Inner Happiness
- 02:15:25 – Contact Information and Concluding Remarks
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