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Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 57: The Power of Aloneness and the Path to WholenessIn this episode, Kavi and Amoda explore the subtle but profound shift from loneliness to aloneness. What begins as a reflection on the discomfort of solitude opens into a deep inquiry into the root of human suffering — the existential sense of separation.Together, they examine the many ways we habitually distract ourselves from the rawness of being — from the small everyday impulses to keep busy, to the deeper patterns of addiction, emotional avoidance, and compulsive seeking. At the heart of this inquiry lies a powerful invitation: to stop running from the quiet, and instead turn inward with open...2025-06-0353 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 56: Awakening in an Accelerating WorldIn this conversation, Amoda Maa and Kavi explore the intensity of our times as both a crisis and an opportunity for awakening. Amoda shares insights from her book Embodied Enlightenment, highlighting how humanity is at a pivotal evolutionary moment where consciousness is becoming aware of itself through us. Despite the turmoil and division in the world, this darkness serves as a catalyst for transformation, challenging individuals to either collapse into fear or embrace a radical shift in awareness. Rather than offering a utopian vision of mass ascension, they discuss how the intensification of fear, anxiety, and division...2025-03-1756 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 56: Awakening in an Accelerating WorldIn this conversation, Amoda Maa and Kavi explore the intensity of our times as both a crisis and an opportunity for awakening. Amoda shares insights from her book Embodied Enlightenment, highlighting how humanity is at a pivotal evolutionary moment where consciousness is becoming aware of itself through us. Despite the turmoil and division in the world, this darkness serves as a catalyst for transformation, challenging individuals to either collapse into fear or embrace a radical shift in awareness. Rather than offering a utopian vision of mass ascension, they discuss how the intensification of fear, anxiety, and division m...2025-03-1756 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 55: The Simplicity of Surrender, An Exploration of the Path of AwakeningIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa and Kavi are in conversation about the possibility of an ongoing moment-to-moment surrender to “what is”, revealing the vibrant aliveness and intelligence of life itself. They also explore some of the misconceptions of enlightenment, some of the common challenges on this journey, and emphasize the simplicity of the exhale into presence.2025-01-2756 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 55: The Simplicity of Surrender, An Exploration of the Path of AwakeningIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa and Kavi are in conversation about the possibility of an ongoing moment-to-moment surrender to “what is”, revealing the vibrant aliveness and intelligence of life itself.They also explore some of the misconceptions of enlightenment, some of the common challenges on this journey, and emphasize the simplicity of the exhale into presence.Join Amoda and Kavi at one of the upcoming in-person or online events.Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Amoda Maa Teachings. 2025-01-2756 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 54: Awakening to Love's True NatureIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (host, husband, and co-founder of the Amoda Maa Foundation) about the true nature of love. They explore the difference between transactional love and an unbounded love that cannot be compromised or negotiated, and how this relates to the shift from ego-identity to awakened consciousness. Can love be known as a wholeness that is already present in being? Can love be the recognition of one’s innate completeness? And what does it take to embody this knowing in everyday life?...2024-12-171h 06
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 54: Awakening to Love's True NatureIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (host, husband, and co-founder of the Amoda Maa Foundation) about the true nature of love. They explore the difference between transactional love and an unbounded love that cannot be compromised or negotiated, and how this relates to the shift from ego-identity to awakened consciousness. Can love be known as a wholeness that is already present in being? Can love be the recognition of one’s innate completeness? And what does it take to embody this knowing in everyday life?2024-12-161h 06
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 53: The Gift of UncertaintyIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (host, husband, and co-founder of Amoda Maa Foundation) about how embracing uncertainty and the dissolution of the ego can be profound gifts on the journey to inner freedom. By accepting life's inherent impermanence, a transformative resilience emerges, where feelings and experiences are no longer held as personal identities but as natural waves within open awareness. This journey invites a life lived in silent awareness and surrender, where each moment becomes an opportunity to meet reality without resistance or the need for certainty....2024-10-2959 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 53: The Gift of UncertaintyIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (host, husband, and co-founder of Amoda Maa Foundation) about how embracing uncertainty and the dissolution of the ego can be profound gifts on the journey to inner freedom. By accepting life's inherent impermanence, a transformative resilience emerges, where feelings and experiences are no longer held as personal identities but as natural waves within open awareness. This journey invites a life lived in silent awareness and surrender, where each moment becomes an opportunity to meet reality without resistance or the need for certainty.2024-10-2859 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 52: Is Community Important on the Spiritual Path?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (husband, host, and co-founder of the Amoda Maa Foundation) about the role of community on the spiritual path.Together they explore the benefits of community, why it serves a purpose for many seekers, and how it can have an impact on our lives by providing a safe container for honesty, authenticity, and deep friendships. Amoda and Kavi also talk about why they have recently launched the “Field of Love” Online Global Community.Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing! Subscribe for free to recei...2024-09-3051 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 52: Is Community Important on the Spiritual Path?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (husband, host, and co-founder of the Amoda Maa Foundation) about the role of community on the spiritual path. Together they explore the benefits of community, why it serves a purpose for many seekers, and how it can have an impact on our lives by providing a safe container for honesty, authenticity, and deep friendships. Amoda and Kavi also talk about why they have recently launched the “Field of Love” Online Global Community.2024-09-3051 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 51: Reclaiming the DivineIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with her host and husband, Kavi, talking about how humanity has lost the inner connection with the divine and what it means to reclaim our divinity. Together they touch in topics such as the externalization of God in religion, the impact on individuals and society of being disconnected from our God-essence, and the possibility of remembering the wholeness of God within as our essential nature.2024-08-1256 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 51: Reclaiming the DivineIn this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with her host and husband, Kavi, talking about how humanity has lost the inner connection with the divine and what it means to reclaim our divinity. Together they touch in topics such as the externalization of God in religion, the impact on individuals and society of being disconnected from our God-essence, and the possibility of remembering the wholeness of God within as our essential nature.Thanks for listening. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Amoda Maa Teachings.2024-08-1256 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 50: Spirituality in the MarketplaceIn this podcast episode, we explore the contemporary culture of spirituality within the marketplace of life. Unlike in previous ages when immersion into the spiritual life was a total devotion by becoming a monk or living on the metaphorical mountaintop, or else took place in the latter years of one’s life when householder duties were over, today spirituality has filtered into the mainstream culture. Amoda Maa is in conversation with host and husband, Kavi, talking about whether this spiritual filtering into the everyday life has changed the nature of the spiritual path and if there are an...2024-07-011h 05
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 50: Spirituality in the MarketplaceIn this podcast episode, we explore the contemporary culture of spirituality within the marketplace of life. Unlike in previous ages when immersion into the spiritual life was a total devotion by becoming a monk or living on the metaphorical mountaintop, or else took place in the latter years of one’s life when householder duties were over, today spirituality has filtered into the mainstream culture. Amoda Maa is in conversation with host and husband, Kavi, talking about whether this spiritual filtering into the everyday life has changed the nature of the spiritual path and if there are any...2024-07-011h 05
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 49: Personality Types and AwakeningIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with her husband and host, Kavi, and together they explore whether it’s easier for certain personality types to awaken than other types. Are there certain traits and tendencies that are more oriented towards the dissolution of ego-identity? Is the doorway to awakening the same for all individuals even though personal characteristics vary widely? And has the personality have anything at all to do with the recognition and abiding in true nature?Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing! Subscribe for free to re...2024-05-2157 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 48: Crisis as a Catalyst for Inner TransformationIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with her podcast host and husband, Kavi, about the possibility of crisis as a catalyst for inner transformation. Together they explore questions such as, can we deal with crisis from deep presence, what happens to the peace and joy of awakening when life brings unexpected turbulence, and does crisis and challenge have any purpose.Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Amoda Maa Teachings. This is a public episode...2024-04-0554 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 48: Crisis as a Catalyst for Inner TransformationIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with her podcast host and husband, Kavi, about the possibility of crisis as a catalyst for inner transformation. Together they explore questions such as, can we deal with crisis from deep presence, what happens to the peace and joy of awakening when life brings unexpected turbulence, and does crisis and challenge have any purpose.2024-04-0555 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 47: What is Your Life's Purpose?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with her podcast host and husband, Kavi, about purpose and fulfillment in life. Together they dive into the deeper meaning of purpose and explore whether purpose is self-created or pre-destined. They also trace Amoda’s life from an early age to the present day to illustrate the unfoldment of her life’s purpose.2024-02-191h 01
Conversations with Amoda MaaEPISODE 47: What is Your Life's Purpose?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with her podcast host and husband, Kavi, about purpose and fulfillment in life. Together they dive into the deeper meaning of purpose and explore whether purpose is self-created or pre-destined. They also trace Amoda’s life from an early age to the present day to illustrate the unfoldment of her life’s purpose.Join us for this new program:REALIZING THE OCEAN OF AWARENESS:A Series of Nondual Meditations5-Week Online ProgramThanks for listening. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and...2024-02-191h 01
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 46: The Inner Revolution That Changes EverythingIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (host) and together they explore the possibility of an inner revolution of consciousness that can shift us from the insanity of ego to the recognition of our one Being-ness.Can the turbulence and intensity of the world be a catalyst for this inner transformation? And what impact does this shift have on our lives? They also explore how we can take the steps towards this inner revolution by harnessing the power of our spiritual resilience and developing our spiritual maturity.Our seminal 3 Month Program starts...2024-01-1649 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 46: The Inner Revolution That Changes EverythingIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi (host) and together they explore the possibility of an inner revolution of consciousness that can shift us from the insanity of ego to the recognition of our one Being-ness. Can the turbulence and intensity of the world be a catalyst for this inner transformation? And what impact does this shift have on our lives? They also explore how we can take the steps towards this inner revolution by harnessing the power of our spiritual resilience and developing our spiritual maturity. 2024-01-1649 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 45: What Happens to Relationships After Awakening?In this episode, Amoda Maa responds to a question from a listener about relationships after awakening.She wants to know if the nature of friendships and social interactions changes, and what there is to talk about with people who are not yet awakened.She also wants to know what happens to intimate relationships.Amoda explores this in a conversation with her husband and host, Kavi.Explore the 2024 posted events. More coming.Thanks for listening. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the teaching. 2023-12-2148 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 45: What Happens to Relationships After Awakening?In this episode, Amoda Maa responds to a question from a listener about relationships after awakening. She wants to know if the nature of friendships and social interactions changes, and what there is to talk about with people who are not yet awakened. She also wants to know what happens to intimate relationships. Amoda explores this in a conversation with her husband and host, Kavi.2023-12-2048 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 44: Does the Body Matter in Spiritual Awakening?In this episode, Kavi invites Amoda Maa to discuss the role of the body in awakening. Together they explore how to reconcile the deepest realization of true nature (the formlessness of Being) with the unavoidable fact that we experience ourselves as form (body, sensations, perceptions). They also discuss whether the well-being of the body has an impact on the spiritual journey, and whether awakening has a direct impact on the body.Check out the 4 Week Program with Kavi in January:Bringing Light to the Body:Thanks for listening and reading Amoda Maa...2023-10-301h 00
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 44: Does the Body Matter in Spiritual Awakening?In this episode, Kavi invites Amoda Maa to discuss the role of the body in awakening. Together they explore how to reconcile the deepest realization of true nature (the formlessness of Being) with the unavoidable fact that we experience ourselves as form (body, sensations, perceptions). They also discuss whether the well-being of the body has an impact on the spiritual journey, and whether awakening has a direct impact on the body.2023-10-301h 00
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 43: Amoda Maa Explores J. Krishnamurti’s Statement “I Don’t Mind What Happens"In this episode, Kavi invites Amoda Maa to explore the essence of Jiddu Krishnamurti’s teachings by asking her to comment on his famous statement “The difference between you and me is, I don’t mind what happens.”The conversation includes an exploration of how the mind habitually labels and categorizes all experience, how craving and aversion are a by-product of this, and how the prison of an "inner divided state" is created.The conversation also includes an examination of the difference between “not minding” and “not caring”, and whether the mind has any useful function at all...2023-10-0557 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 43: Amoda Maa Explores J. Krishnamurti’s Statement “I Don’t Mind What Happens"In this episode, Kavi invites Amoda Maa to explore the essence of Jiddu Krishnamurti’s teachings by asking her to comment on his famous statement “The difference between you and me is, I don’t mind what happens.” The conversation includes an exploration of how the mind habitually labels and categorizes all experience, how craving and aversion are a by-product of this, and how the prison of an "inner divided state" is created. The conversation also includes an examination of the difference between “not minding” and “not caring”, and whether the mind has any useful function at all.2023-10-0257 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 42: Spiritual Awakening and Meeting Death Consciously NowIn this episode, host Kavi is in conversation with Amoda Maa about the parallel between the journey of spiritual awakening and the journey of life between birth and death.Together they explore such questions as, how does ego death relate to physical death, what is the value of meeting death consciously before we die, and why is there so much fear around death. Thanks for listening. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Teaching. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss t...2023-09-0557 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 42: Spiritual Awakening and Meeting Death Consciously NowIn this episode, host Kavi is in conversation with Amoda Maa about the parallel between the journey of spiritual awakening and the journey of life between birth and death. Together they explore such questions as, how does ego death relate to physical death, what is the value of meeting death consciously before we die, and why is there so much fear around death. 2023-09-0557 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 41: Living the Truth of Nondual RealizationIn this episode, host Kavi is in conversation with Amoda Maa about the possibility of going beyond an intellectual understanding of nonduality.Together they explore how the truth of nondual realization can be fully lived in the ordinary human life. Watch the video on YouTube:Thanks for listening to the podcast. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Amoda Maa Foundation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack...2023-08-1558 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 41: Living the Truth of Nondual RealizationIn this episode, host Kavi is in conversation with Amoda Maa about the possibility of going beyond an intellectual understanding of nonduality. Together they explore how the truth of nondual realization can be fully lived in the ordinary human life. 2023-07-2558 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 40: What Are Heaven and Hell?In this episode, host Kavi is in conversation with Amoda Maa about the deeper meaning of heaven and hell.Together they explore how heaven and hell are reflections of inner states of consciousness rather than places we go to after we die. Thanks for listening. Please subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Teaching and Foundation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2023-07-071h 01
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 40: What Are Heaven and Hell?In this episode, host Kavi is in conversation with Amoda Maa about the deeper meaning of heaven and hell. Together they explore how heaven and hell are reflections of inner states of consciousness rather than places we go to after we die. 2023-07-041h 01
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 39: Tantra and Nonduality — Two Approaches to EnlightenmentIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the deeper essence of the tantric and nondual approaches to enlightenment. Together they explore whether these two seemingly very different paths are in opposition to each other or whether they actually end up in the same realization of true nature. They also discuss how these two paths merged in Amoda’s personal experience of awakening and how this unified approach is at the core of her teaching today. Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing! Subscribe for free to receive new posts an...2023-05-191h 03
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 39: Tantra and Nonduality — Two Approaches to EnlightenmentIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the deeper essence of the tantric and nondual approaches to enlightenment. Together they explore whether these two seemingly very different paths are in opposition to each other or whether they actually end up in the same realization of true nature. They also discuss how these two paths merged in Amoda’s personal experience of awakening and how this unified approach is at the core of her teaching today. 2023-05-191h 03
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 37: Art, Stillness and Awakened Consciousness (with David Ellzey)In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with David Ellzey to explore the relationship between the spiritual path and expression from a place of inner stillness. In particular, they touch on questions such as how does expression in the world flow differently from awakened consciousness, what happens to the “doer”, and is the living of life itself an art form. The conversation is facilitated by Kavi. About David Ellzey: David is an author, coach, public speaker, and mime artist. He is steeped in the nondual realization that permeates all his work. www.davidellzey.com 2023-03-081h 05
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 37: Art, Stillness and Awakened Consciousness (with David Ellzey)In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with David Ellzey to explore the relationship between the spiritual path and expression from a place of inner stillness. In particular, they touch on questions such as how does expression in the world flow differently from awakened consciousness, what happens to the “doer”, and is the living of life itself an art form. The conversation is facilitated by Kavi. About David Ellzey: David is an author, coach, public speaker, and mime artist. He is steeped in the nondual realization that permeates all his work. www.davidellzey.com 2023-03-081h 05
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 36: Can We Meet the World Without Being Reactive?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi, and together they explore the possibility of meeting the world from a non-reactive place within and whether this makes a difference to our individual and collective reality. The poem Kavi quotes at the start of this podcast is:The storm ragesThe lighthouse standsRooted in stillnessCasting its lightInto the darkness.Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Teaching. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...2023-02-1345 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 36: Can We Meet the World Without Being Reactive?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi, and together they explore the possibility of meeting the world from a non-reactive place within and whether this makes a difference to our individual and collective reality. The poem Kavi quotes at the start of this podcast is: The storm rages The lighthouse stands Rooted in stillness Casting its light Into the darkness.2023-02-0645 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 35: Openness, Awareness, and FreedomIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the recognition of openness as our essential nature and how this is the foundation of true freedom, touching on topics such as “becoming aware of awareness” and “the unconditionality of openness”. Watch the video of this here:Thanks for listening.Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Teaching. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...2023-01-1835 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 35: Openness, Awareness, and FreedomIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the recognition of openness as our essential nature and how this is the foundation of true freedom, touching on topics such as “becoming aware of awareness” and “the unconditionality of openness”. 2023-01-1635 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 34: The Metaphor of the CrucifixionIn this episode, Amoda Maa speaks with Kavi about the metaphor of the crucifixion and how it relates to the spiritual journey. Together they explore the nature of suffering and how it can be a doorway to a deeper dimension of being, as well as Amoda’s mystical and visionary experience over twenty years ago. Thanks for listening. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Teaching. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vis...2022-12-231h 12
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 34: The Metaphor of the CrucifixionIn this episode, Amoda Maa speaks with Kavi about the metaphor of the crucifixion and how it relates to the spiritual journey. Together they explore the nature of suffering and how it can be a doorway to a deeper dimension of being, as well as Amoda’s mystical and visionary experience over twenty years ago. 2022-12-231h 12
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 33: Amoda’s Personal Journey of Transformation in IndiaIn this episode, Amoda speaks with Kavi about her personal transformation and cosmic revelations during her time in India in the 1990’s. Thanks for listening. Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support the Teaching. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-12-0858 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 33: Amoda’s Personal Journey of Transformation in IndiaIn this episode, Amoda speaks with Kavi about her personal transformation and cosmic revelations during her time in India in the 1990’s. 2022-12-0758 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 32: 'Becoming a Spiritual Teacher,' - Amoda Maa's Interview with Guru Viking (part 2)Amoda's second interview with Steve James, 'Guru Viking.'In this interview Steve James, host of the Guru Viking Podcast, is once again joined by Amoda Maa, spiritual teacher and author of books such as ‘Embodied Enlightenment’ and ‘Falling Open in a World Falling Apart’. Amoda Maa shares her experience of falling into the abyss of emptines and the consequences that followed. She describes the dark night of the soul that preceded this experience, and how its aftermath healed her childhood abandonment trauma.Amoda Maa also talks about the life of a spiritual teacher, how she went from liv...2022-11-281h 35
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 32: Becoming a Spiritual Teacher - Amoda Maa's Interview with Guru Viking (part 2)Amoda's second interview with Steve James, 'Guru Viking.' In this interview Steve James, host of the Guru Viking Podcast, is once again joined by Amoda Maa, spiritual teacher and author of books such as ‘Embodied Enlightenment’ and ‘Falling Open in a World Falling Apart’. Amoda Maa shares her experience of falling into the abyss of emptines and the consequences that followed. She describes the dark night of the soul that preceded this experience, and how its aftermath healed her childhood abandonment trauma. Amoda Maa also talks about the life of a spiritual teacher...2022-11-281h 35
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 31: Two Different Paths, One AwakeningIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Zen teacher Henry Shukman. The conversation is facilitated by Kavi who asks questions about the profound awakening experienced by both of these teachers … Henry within the path of Zen and Amoda without any tradition or teacher. Were these experiences the same or different? And what impact did these experiences have on how life was lived since that time? These questions and more are explored! About Henry trained for years in the Sanbo Zen lineage, and is now an authorized Zen master, leading Mountain Cloud Zen Center in Santa Fe, New Me...2022-11-021h 12
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 31: Two Different Paths, One Awakening (with Henry Shukman)In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Zen teacher Henry Shukman. The conversation is facilitated by Kavi who asks questions about the profound awakening experienced by both of these teachers … Henry within the path of Zen and Amoda without any tradition or teacher. Were these experiences the same or different? And what impact did these experiences have on how life was lived since that time? These questions and more are explored! About Henry trained for years in the Sanbo Zen lineage, and is now an authorized Zen master, leading Mountain Cloud Zen Center in Santa Fe...2022-11-021h 12
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 30: Is Spirituality Dominated by the Masculine?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the male hierarchy of religion and traditional spirituality, examining the historical, cultural and psychological influences. They also take a quick peek into the role of female teachers in contemporary nonduality. Thanks for reading Amoda Maa Writing! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-10-1057 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 30: Is Spirituality Dominated by the Masculine?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the male hierarchy of religion and traditional spirituality, examining the historical, cultural and psychological influences. They also take a quick peek into the role of female teachers in contemporary nonduality. 2022-10-1057 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 29: Do We Need to Heal our Trauma Before We Can Awaken?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the popular topic of trauma in today’s spiritual culture, exploring the possibility of going beyond the victim-identity and unraveling trauma in deep presence. Thanks for listening! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-09-121h 05
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 29: Do We Need to Heal our Trauma Before We Can Awaken?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the popular topic of trauma in today’s spiritual culture, exploring the possibility of going beyond the victim-identity and unravelling trauma in deep presence. 2022-09-121h 05
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 28: The Nondual Dilemma: is there or isn’t there a self after awakening?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the falling away of the construct of self in nondual awakening and explore what this means when it’s obvious that there’s still a human life that continues after awakening. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-08-121h 03
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 28: The Nondual Dilemma: is there or isn’t there a self after awakening?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the falling away of the construct of self in nondual awakening and explore what this means when it’s obvious that there’s still a human life that continues after awakening.2022-08-121h 03
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 27: Enlightened Relationships, Fairytale or Evolutionary Possibility?In this episode, Amoda Maa and Kavi explore the possibility of relating to others — whether it be an intimate partner, a friend, or a passing stranger — from an inner silence. They also explore a deeper understanding of love, marriage, and solitude, and how this deeper understanding and way of relating is the foundation of a new humanity.“Love consists of this: two solitudes that meet, protect and greet each other. ” ― Rainer Maria Rilke This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amod...2022-07-1855 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 27: Enlightened Relationships, Fairytale or Evolutionary Possibility?In this episode, Amoda Maa and Kavi explore the possibility of relating to others — whether it be an intimate partner, a friend, or a passing stranger — from an inner silence. They also explore a deeper understanding of love, marriage, and solitude, and how this deeper understanding and way of relating is the foundation of a new humanity. “Love consists of this: two solitudes that meet, protect and greet each other. ” ― Rainer Maria Rilke2022-07-1555 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 26: What is Awakening? An exploration of "awakening experiences” and enlightenment.In this podcast, Amoda is in conversation with Kavi about the meaning of "awakening" in spiritual and cultural contexts. In particular, Amoda talks about her own direct experience of awakening.She also explores questions such as "is awakening the same as enlightenment?", "are there different types of awakening?", and "is awakening sudden or gradual?If you enjoyed this please share it!The 7 Week ‘Tantra of Life’ Course starts this Friday. There is still time and space to join. Last years was an exceptional journey into acceptance and awareness."The mind-shattering magnificence of e...2022-06-171h 06
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 26: What is Awakening? An exploration of "awakening experiences” and enlightenment.In this podcast, Amoda is in conversation with Kavi about the meaning of "awakening" in spiritual and cultural contexts. In particular, Amoda talks about her own direct experience of awakening. She also explores questions such as "is awakening the same as enlightenment?", "are there different types of awakening?", and "is awakening sudden or gradual?" https://www.amodamaa.com/2022-06-171h 06
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 25: The Evolving Universe and the Awakening Journey (with Tim Freke)In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Tim Freke, an English philosopher and author. Together they explore whether an evolutionary view of consciousness and the universe can be in alignment with a nondual awareness and the awakening journey. Tim is the author of 35 books, translated into more than 15 languages, including a Sunday Times bestseller and Daily Telegraph 'Book of the Year'. He is one of ‘The 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People’ on the 2021 list in Watkins Magazine (# 57) and the winner of ‘Author of the Year 2020’ in Kindred Spirit magazine. Tim is the founder of ‘Unividualism’, which combines...2022-06-0358 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 25: The Evolving Universe and the Awakening Journey (with Tim Freke)In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Tim Freke, an English philosopher and author. Together they explore whether an evolutionary view of consciousness and the universe can be in alignment with a nondual awareness and the awakening journey. Tim is the author of 35 books, translated into more than 15 languages, including a Sunday Times bestseller and Daily Telegraph 'Book of the Year'. He is one of ‘The 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People’ on the 2021 list in Watkins Magazine (# 57) and the winner of ‘Author of the Year 2020’ in Kindred Spirit magazine.Tim is the founder of ‘Unividualism’, which combines evolutionary s...2022-06-0358 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 24: Amoda Maa's Interview with Guru Viking (part 1) - "My Early Life"Amoda Maa is a guest on the Guru Viking Podcast. Host, Steve James, asks her about the secrecy and shame surrounding her early life and how this eventually led to her spiritual path. This is a candid interview! Guru Viking Links:https://www.guruviking.com/podcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-05-181h 22
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 24: Amoda Maa's Interview with Guru Viking (part 1) - "My Early Life"Amoda Maa is a guest on the Guru Viking Podcast. Host, Steve James, asks her about the secrecy and shame surrounding her early life and how this eventually led to her spiritual path. This is a candid interview! Guru Viking Links: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast2022-05-161h 22
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 23: The Art of Running and the Experience of No-SelfIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the art of long-distance running, the “runner’s high”, and how this was a profound portal to Amoda’s first experience of transcending the confines of the ego-self. They also discuss how this experience sowed the seeds of her interest in meditation and the discovery of essential nature. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-05-1356 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 23: The Art of Running and the Experience of No-SelfIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the art of long-distance running, the “runner’s high”, and how this was a profound portal to Amoda’s first experience of transcending the confines of the ego-self. They also discuss how this experience sowed the seeds of her interest in meditation and the discovery of essential nature. 2022-05-1356 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 22: Loneliness, Aloneness, or All-Oneness?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the nature of aloneness. Together they explore how we can move beyond loneliness to an intimacy with aloneness that opens a portal to a vast being-ness in which the fullness of life is known and lived. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-04-2253 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 22: Loneliness, Aloneness, or All-Oneness?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the nature of aloneness. Together they explore how we can move beyond loneliness to an intimacy with aloneness that opens a portal to a vast being-ness in which the fullness of life is known and lived. 2022-04-2253 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 21: The Feminine in Spiritual Awakening (with Ellen Emmet)In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Ellen Emmet, psychotherapist and nondual teacher (www.ellenemmet.com). Together they explore the role of the feminine in spiritual awakening, especially as it relates to the traditional advaitic approach and a more heart-centered approach that includes our human-ness. Ellen offers meetings and retreats in The Awakening Body, a direct exploration of experience sourced in the non-dual tradition of Kashmir Shivaism, Authentic Movement, and self-inquiry. In addition, she has a private practice as a Psychotherapist, and facilitator of Authentic Movement. She lives in Oxford (UK) with her...2022-04-0558 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 21: The Feminine in Spiritual Awakening (with Ellen Emmet)In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Ellen Emmet, psychotherapist and nondual teacher (www.ellenemmet.com). Together they explore the role of the feminine in spiritual awakening, especially as it relates to the traditional advaitic approach and a more heart-centered approach that includes our human-ness. Ellen offers meetings and retreats in The Awakening Body, a direct exploration of experience sourced in the non-dual tradition of Kashmir Shivaism, Authentic Movement, and self-inquiry. In addition, she has a private practice as a Psychotherapist, and facilitator of Authentic Movement. She lives in Oxford (UK) with her husband Rupert Spira, also...2022-04-0158 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 20: An Exploration of the Relationship between Duality and NondualityIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the misinterpretation of nonduality as the opposite of duality, and how a deeper understanding can resolve this apparent conflict and bring us to a deep acceptance of all forms and individuations. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-03-2150 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 20: An Exploration of the Relationship between Duality and NondualityIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the misinterpretation of nonduality as the opposite of duality, and how a deeper understanding can resolve this apparent conflict and bring us to a deep acceptance of all forms and individuations. 2022-03-1850 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 19: The “One Day I Will Awaken” SyndromeIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the tendency to believe that awakening out of the dream of ego-self is in a future moment when the self becomes “ready” to awaken. Together they explore this fallacy and how it perpetuates psychological suffering. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-03-0450 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 19: The “One Day I Will Awaken” SyndromeIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the tendency to believe that awakening out of the dream of ego-self is in a future moment when the self becomes “ready” to awaken. Together they explore this fallacy and how it perpetuates psychological suffering. 2022-03-0450 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 18: Myths, Illusions and Impediments on the Spiritual PathIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about some of the ideas, imaginations, hopes and dreams that are common to the spiritual seeker, and how we can start to see through these veils of perception to the truth that freedom is right here now. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2022-02-1150 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 18: Myths, Illusions and Impediments on the Spiritual PathIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about some of the ideas, imaginations, hopes and dreams that are common to the spiritual seeker, and how we can start to see through these veils of perception to the truth that freedom is right here now. www.amodamaa.com2022-02-1150 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaPODCAST: Episode 17: A Conversation about Zen and NondualityIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Henry Shukman, Zen teacher at the Mountain Cloud Zen Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico (www.mountaincloud.org) and author of One Blade of Grass. Together they explore some of the parallels between the Zen and the Nondual approaches and understanding of awakening. ABOUT HENRY:After a spontaneous awakening at the age of 19, and a childhood marked by severe chronic eczema, Henry embarked on a reluctant journey of healing and deeper awakening, in various traditions and therapies. He trained for years in the Sanbo Zen lineage, and is n...2022-01-2949 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 17: A Conversation about Zen and NondualityIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Henry Shukman, Zen teacher at the Mountain Cloud Zen Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico (www.mountaincloud.org) and author of One Blade of Grass. Together they explore some of the parallels between the Zen and the Nondual approaches and understanding of awakening. After a spontaneous awakening at the age of 19, and a childhood marked by severe chronic eczema, Henry embarked on a reluctant journey of healing and deeper awakening, in various traditions and therapies. He trained for years in the Sanbo Zen lineage, and is now an authorized Zen m...2022-01-2849 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 16: Is Humanity Facing a Bifurcation Point?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the possibility of a radical shift in consciousness when a “bifurcation point” (or “maximum stress on the system”) is reached and how this relates to our individual awakening and collective evolution.2021-12-3155 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaPODCAST: Episode 16: Is Humanity Facing a Bifurcation Point?In this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the possibility of a radical shift in consciousness when a “bifurcation point” (or “maximum stress on the system”) is reached and how this relates to our individual awakening and collective evolution. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-12-3155 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 14: In The World, But Not Of The WorldIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the deeper meaning of the biblical phrase “In the World, But Not Of The World” and how this relates to awakening out of the dream of separation whilst still living a fully human life. 2021-11-1251 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaPODCAST: Episode 14: In The World, But Not Of The WorldIn this episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Kavi about the deeper meaning of the biblical phrase “In the World, But Not Of The World” and how this relates to awakening out of the dream of separation whilst still living a fully human life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-11-1251 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 13: Does Psychological Insight Play a Role in the Process of Awakening?In this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with John Prendergast, Ph.D. (www.listeningfromsilence.com), spiritual teacher, author, psychotherapist, and retired Adjunct Professor of Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. Together they explore the role of psychological insight in the awakening process and the gifts and challenges of being a modern-day spiritual teacher. 2021-10-2551 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 13: Does Psychological Insight Play a Role in the Process of Awakening?In this podcast episode, Amoda Maa is in conversation with John Prendergast, Ph.D. (www.listeningfromsilence.com), spiritual teacher, author, psychotherapist, and retired Adjunct Professor of Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. Together they explore the role of psychological insight in the awakening process and the gifts and challenges of being a modern-day spiritual teacher. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-10-2551 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 10: Meeting Beyond DivisionIn this episode, Amoda is in conversation with Kavi about the urgency of meeting each other beyond division if we are to evolve individually and collectively. 2021-09-0342 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 9: Can Awakening Transform Relationship?In this episode, Amoda and Kavi explore whether relationship can take place in an awakened individual’s life and how this differs from the conventional paradigm of relationship based on the need to be loved. They also discuss some of the key aspects of their own relationship and how love itself is the primary relationship. 2021-08-1259 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 8: Death and Deathlessness - undoing the fear around death and meeting death consciouslyAmoda is in conversation with Paul Cash, publisher/editor at Larson Publications, which publishes a variety of life-changing books in the genres of spirituality, inspiration, and personal transformation—including the widely acclaimed 16-volume "Notebooks of Paul Brunton" and Amoda’s "Falling Open in a World Falling Apart". https://www.larsonpublications.com/2021-07-231h 01
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 8: Death and Deathlessness - undoing the fear around death and meeting death consciouslyAmoda is in conversation with Paul Cash, publisher/editor at Larson Publications, which publishes a variety of life-changing books in the genres of spirituality, inspiration, and personal transformation—including the widely acclaimed 16-volume "Notebooks of Paul Brunton" and Amoda’s "Falling Open in a World Falling Apart". https://www.larsonpublications.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-07-231h 01Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 7: Seeing the Beloved in EverythingIn this episode, Amoda Maa talks with Kavi about softening our gaze on the world and how this allows the tension of “me” and “other” to relax into a deeper acceptance of all that is. 2021-07-1547 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 7: Seeing the Beloved in EverythingIn this episode, Amoda Maa talks with Kavi about softening our gaze on the world and how this allows the tension of “me” and “other” to relax into a deeper acceptance of all that is. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-07-1547 minConversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 6: What is the Tantric Way of Life?In this episode, Amoda and Kavi have an unusual conversation about the deeper meaning of tantra and how this relates to nonduality, as well as exploring Amoda’s personal experience of the tantric way. 2021-07-011h 06
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 6: What is the Tantric Way of Life?In this episode, Amoda and Kavi have an unusual conversation about the deeper meaning of tantra and how this relates to nonduality, as well as exploring Amoda’s personal experience of the tantric way. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-07-011h 06Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 5: A Conversation about Embodied EnlightenmentIn this episode, Amoda Maa speaks with Sayde Kassam from the Unify Global Network about the significance of embodied enlightenment in a world climate of fear and uncertainty. Unify is a nonprofit organization that celebrates our shared humanity by hosting worldwide meditations and community-based action. This conversation was recorded in April 2020.2021-06-181h 03
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 5: A Conversation about Embodied EnlightenmentIn this episode, Amoda Maa speaks with Sayde Kassam from the Unify Global Network about the significance of embodied enlightenment in a world climate of fear and uncertainty. Unify is a nonprofit organization that celebrates our shared humanity by hosting worldwide meditations and community-based action. This conversation was recorded in April 2020. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-06-181h 03Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 4: Is Inner Work Necessary on the Path of Awakening?In this episode, Amoda and Kavi have a frank and intimate conversation about the role of psycho-spiritual practices on the path of awakening, both from the perspective of being a teacher and in her own personal experience. www.amodamaa.com2021-06-0759 minConversations with Amoda MaaAn Exploration of SurrenderIn this episode, Amoda talks with Kavi about the deeper meaning of surrender and its relationship to the natural state of being. 2021-05-2056 minConversations with Amoda MaaThe Freedom of Open AwarenessIn this podcast, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Susan Hill, founder of WOW Peace, an organization dedicated to inspiring people to realize their nature as peace. They discuss awakening out of the dreamspell of “me” and how emotions and thoughts can then flow through open awareness.2021-05-1132 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 2: The Freedom of Open AwarenessIn this podcast, Amoda Maa is in conversation with Susan Hill, founder of WOW Peace, an organization dedicated to inspiring people to realize their nature as peace. They discuss awakening out of the dreamspell of “me” and how emotions and thoughts can then flow through open awareness. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-05-1132 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaEpisode 1: Amoda Maa on Pathways RadioIn this first podcast Amoda Maa in conversation with Paul O'Brien, founder of the Divination Foundation and Pathways Radio, talking about the freedom and joy of living as openness, and discussing her most recent book, "Falling Open in a World Falling Apart." More information at www.amodamaa.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amodamaa.substack.com2021-05-0528 min
Conversations with Amoda MaaAmoda Maa on Pathways RadioIn this first podcast Amoda Maa in conversation with Paul O'Brien, founder of the Divination Foundation and Pathways Radio, talking about the freedom and joy of living as openness, and discussing her most recent book, "Falling Open in a World Falling Apart." More information at www.amodamaa.com 2021-05-0528 min