The Spiritual Forum

Unlock the secrets of karma in this conversation with entrepreneur and meditation teacher Mordy Levine, co-author of the book The Beginner's Guide to Karma. We explore the true meaning of karma beyond common misconceptions, the five poisons that shape our thoughts and actions, and the role intentions play in our karma. Discover how habitual patterns influence our future, why mindfulness is key to breaking free from negativity, and how even small daily shifts can create a more compassionate world. Morty also shares insights on karma’s role in the afterlife, the impact of meditation on personal growth, and an exciting look at his karma-based board game. Whether you're new to the concept of karma or looking for deeper spiritual understanding, this conversation will inspire you to live with greater awareness and purpose.  Bio -  Mordy Levine is an entrepreneur, meditation teacher, and the president of the Jigme Lingpa Center. He also created the Meditation Pro Series, a meditation program designed to alleviate chronic health issues. He co-wrote the books The Beginner’s Guide to Karma: How to Live with Less Negativity and More Peace and The Tibetan Book of the Dead for Beginners with Lama Lhanang Rinpoche. Lama Lhanang Rinpoche was born in the Amdo region of historic Tibet and received a traditional monastic education and later studied under several respected Tibetan lamas. He currently teaches Vajrayana Buddhism at the Jigme Lingpa Center in San Diego, California. Visit them online at http://www.BuddhistSanDiego.com and http://www.MordyLevine.com  About Mordy's Books : The Beginner’s Guide to Karma: How to Live with Less Negativity and More Peace amazon link:  https://a.co/d/86ufQnb In an era marked by increasing polarization, political upheavals, and social conflicts, it’s hard to imagine a time when greater divisiveness existed in the United States and around the world. In The Beginner’s Guide to Karma: How to Live with Less Negativity and More Peace (New World Library, October 29, 2024), authors Lama Lhanang Rinpoche and Mordy Levine explain the role that the universal law of cause and effect, or karma, played in creating the current state of affairs and offer a positive path forward from here. “Learning about karma will help us understand why we are experiencing this contentiousness so broadly and deeply,” write Rinpoche and Levine. “But more important, understanding karma will allow us reduce anger and division among ourselves, our community, our country, and the world.” Delving into Buddhist scripture and tradition, The Beginner’s Guide to Karma offers a comprehensive outline of karma that incorporates psychology, ethics, and metaphysics. Using everyday language and real-life examples, the authors clear away myths, illustrate how karma works in daily life, and offer daily practices to build positive karma. #Karma #Spirituality #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #Buddhism #Meditation #BeyondMisconceptions #FivePoisons #IntentionPower #TransformativeThinking #InnerJourney #KarmaInsights #PurposefulIntent #AwakenedPath #Compassion 

Step into an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation with Jim Rosemergy, a prolific author, iconic Unity minister, and explorer of spirituality. From his early years as a naval aviator and a teaching tennis pro to becoming an ordained minister leading multiple congregations, Jim’s journey has led him to dedicate the remainder of his years to global spiritual awakening. In this episode, he illustrates the processes of transformation, inner healing, forgiveness and awakening through personal story and metaphysical interpretation of well-known Bible stories. Discover Jim’s unique insights on effective prayer, the first, second and third coming, the power of focused small gatherings, and the joy of living in wonder and curiosity. Whether you are seeking to deepen your spiritual practice or understand how a few dedicated individuals can ignite a global awakening, this conversation is packed with timeless principles and uplifting messages. Bio - Jim Rosemergy is a former naval aviator who flew over 100 combat missions over North Vietnam aboard the USS Kitty Hawk before answering the call to ministry. Ordained as a Unity minister in 1976, he pioneered his first ministry in Raleigh, NC, and went on to serve congregations across the U.S., including Spokane, WA, and Fort Myers, FL. From 1990 to 2001, he served as executive vice president of Unity School of Christianity and has been a columnist for Unity Magazine. Jim is the author of numerous books, including Living the Mystical Life Today, The Third Coming, and The Gathering. His latest  book, A Little Book of Big Questions About Prayer, is in its final edit. A former president of the Association of Unity Churches, he has dedicated his life to spiritual service and global awakening. Now retired, Jim enjoys golf, kayaking, and traveling in an Airstream with his wife, Nancy. They are proud parents of two grown sons and grandparents to two sweet granddaughters.  Jim’s website : https://jimrosemergy.com/ About Jim's Books : The latest books are: An Autobiography of a Christian Heretic and Gatherings of the Few, A Guide to Global Spiritual Awakening. Folks can find links to my 17 books on my website or by going to Amazon by using Jim Rosemergy. A new book, A Little Book of Big Questions About Prayer is in its final edit. Link : https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jim-Rosemergy/author/B001K7Z368?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true  #SpiritualAwakening #Mindfulness #GlobalAwakening #StillnessAndSilence #ForgivenessJourney #MysticalLife #PersonalTransformation #SpiritualWisdom #UnityTeachings #InnerPeace 

Explore the world of animal chaplaincy with guest Reverend Sarah Bowen, an interfaith minister, interspecies educator, and advocate for exploited and endangered species. Whether we live in the city or the country, we intersect the animal world on a daily basis, and that intersection often poses challenges. Animal Chaplains extend care and help people with the emotional, spiritual and moral struggles associated with the animal world.  In this episode we discuss the spiritual lives of animals, processing animal loss, memorializing deceased animals, finding spiritual solutions to pesky animal ‘problems’, and the courage it takes to deliberate ethics. Whether you are an animal guardian, activist, or simply someone seeking deeper spiritual connections, this episode will inspire you to view animals and their habitats in a new light. If you want to pursue further, Rev. Sarah’s Animal Chaplaincy program accepts and educates a new cohort annually.  Bio - Sarah A. Bowen is an animal chaplain and educator who teaches interspecies mindfulness practices, helps humans survive the pain of animal loss, and advocates for exploited and endangered species. You can often find her huddled over wildlife struck by cars, giving them a sacred sendoff. A columnist on animal/human relationships for Spirituality & Health magazine, Bowen’s work has also appeared in Parabola, Tricycle, and Religion Dispatches. She is the award-dinning author of the book "Sacred Sendoffs: An Animal Chaplain’s Advice For Surviving Animal Loss, Making Life Meaningful, & Healing The Planet" and the Executive Director of the Animal Chaplaincy Training at Compassion Consortium.     About Sarah's Book : 1. Book "Sacred Sendoffs: An Animal Chaplain’s Advice For Surviving Animal Loss, Making Life Meaningful, & Healing The Planet" available wherever you buy books and on Audible 2. Training: Train to become an animal chaplain 3. Access tools for animal loss  Sacredsendoffs.com provides links to all of the above. #AnimalChaplaincy #SacredSendOffs #InterspeciesConnection #CompassionForAnimals #AnimalAdvocacy #SpiritualConnection #MindfulnessWithAnimals #EnduringCompanions #HealingThroughRituals #AnimalCompanions

Unlock the power of your inner wisdom in this transformative conversation with Rev. Carol and special guest Happy Ali, a prophetic dreamer, master NLP practitioner, and author of The Intuition Bible. From life-changing near-death experiences to prophetic dreams that guided pivotal life decisions, Happy shares his extraordinary journey into the metaphysical world. Discover how intuition can act as a wise friend, guiding you through both challenges and triumphs while fostering growth and spiritual transformation.  In this episode, we explore the subconscious mind as the gateway to intuition, the congruity between logic and intuition, and how to overcome common blocks that may keep you from accessing your inner world beyond time and space. Learn how intuition connects you to spirit guides, collectives, and universal intelligence, offering clarity and purpose even in life’s most confusing moments. Tune in and take the first step toward unlocking your intuitive potential. Bio - Happy Ali is the author of The Intuition Bible: How and Why to Tap Into Your Inner Wisdom. With a BA degree in psychology from UCLA, he is a prophetic dreamer, certified master NLP practitioner, certified master clinical hypnotherapist, and host of the Happy Insights podcast. Happy’s spiritual journey began in 1995 when he dedicated his life to the exploration of metaphysical disciplines after a near-death experience inspired a dramatic awakening. Now, Happy teaches and shares the Subconscious Manifestation Methodology he created globally. He lives in Los Angeles and you will find him online at http://www.HappyInsights.net.    About Happy Ali's Book : The Intuition Bible: How and Why to Tap Into Your Inner Wisdom AMAZON LINK:   https://a.co/d/09ckeqCB In our fast-paced society where information overload has become the norm with scrolls, clicks, and notifications constantly vying for our attention, the ability to find clarity amidst the chaos has never been more important. In The Intuition Bible: How and Why to Tap Into Your Inner Wisdom, author and spiritual teacher Happy Ali says that the ability to thrive amidst a constant barrage of external input lies in our ability to connect with the innate power of our intuition. The Intuition Bible includes techniques that work on every level of intuition starting with hunches, precognition, and dream analysis and building to direct communication with a multidimensional level of intelligence that is always available. Happy’s clear explanations and insightful guidance, combined with inspiring true stories from his own and others’ direct experiences, demystifies the intuitive process and makes it accessible to all.   #InnerWisdom #IntuitiveGuidance #SpiritualTransformation #BalanceLogicIntuition #TrustYourInnerVoice #ManifestYourDreamLife #SoulfulLiving #EmpoweredIntuition #MindfulManifestation #HarmonyWithin #propheticdreams #intuitivedreaming 

Join us for an inspiring conversation on spirituality, aging, and living a vibrant life! 🌟 In this episode, we welcome the incredible Victoria Moran—writer, speaker, animal advocate, and spiritual adventurer. Victoria shares her journey from  working at the Theosophical Society in Americad to discovering yoga in London to  becoming a prolific author on well-being, spirituality and lifestyle. This conversation focuses on Victoria's  latest book, Age Like a Yogi: A Heavenly Path to a Dazzling Third Act, which helps us to embrace aging as a spiritual adventure. Together, we explore yoga’s deeper meaning, Ayurveda’s secrets to aging gracefully, and the power of finding your dharma. Plus, hear her thoughts on living authentically, practicing nonviolence (ahimsa), and connecting to your inner light. Don't miss this heartfelt and enlightening discussion filled with wisdom, humor, and practical tips for glowing older. ✨ Bio - Featured twice on Oprah and listed by VegNews among the “Top 10 Living Vegetarian Authors,” Victoria Moran has written fourteen books on wellbeing, vegan living, and eclectic spirituality, including Creating a Charmed Life, Main Street Vegan, and her latest Age Like a Yogi: A Heavenly Path to a Dazzling Third Act. She is also a co-writer with her husband, William Melton, of Miss Liberty, a feature film in development about a cow who escapes from a slaughterhouse. Since 2012, she has been at the helm of Main Street Vegan Academy, training vegan lifestyle coaches. Victoria also hosts the long-running Main Street Vegan Podcast, and she was inducted this past summer into the Vegan Hall of Fame.    Victoria's Book new book, Age Like a Yogi: A Heavenly Path to a Dazzling Third Act, coming from Monkfish Books will be published on Jan. 14, 2025. If you pre-order the book, you will have access to an exclusive all-day Age Like a Yogi Zoom workshop, 11 a.m. to 6 pm Eastern Time, Sunday, January 12. You will receive a copy of  Age Like a Yogi e-cookbook, and if interested, 20% off the Age Like a Yogi membership group starting in late January. Pre-order here: https://victoriamoran.com/age-like-a-yogi/ #AgeLikeAYogi #SpiritualGrowth #YogaForLife #AyurvedaLifestyle #VeganLiving #MindfulAging #SelfDiscovery #ConsciousLiving #mainstreetvegan #agingandspirituality 

Uncover the deeper meaning of Christmas with this captivating exploration of its spiritual essence. This solocast episode reimagines the story of Jesus's birth as a metaphor for the divine light within each of us. Journey through metaphysical interpretations of biblical characters and places—Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the Magi—each symbolizing aspects of love, strength, wisdom, and intuition that reside in our consciousness.   Learn how the Christ consciousness, embodied by Jesus, inspires us to embrace unconditional love, unity, and the power to transform our lives. Reconnect with hope, peace, love, and joy—the true gifts of the season—and shine your light in a world that needs it most.  #ChristmasSpirit #InnerLight #ChristConsciousness #SpiritualJourney #HolidayInspiration #FaithAndLove #SeasonOfJoy #meaningoftheseason #innerchrist

Satish Kumar’s message of peace is to “love everyone, without any judgment, without any condition.” From becoming a Jain monk at the age of nine, to living in a Gandhian ashram, to meeting Betrand Russell and Martin Luther King Jr. as part of a 8,000-mile peace pilgrimage, his remarkable journey will surely inspire you. To Satish, spirituality is a lived experience, integrating love, service, and compassion into every act — from gardening to relationships to self-governance. His profound insights on living a harmonious life in a sustainable world, centers on the connection between the soil, our inner world (soul) and the society we create. Satish emphasizes the need to foster unity, connection, and simplicity in creating meaningful change, reminding us that peace begins with trust, not fear, and that love is the ultimate universal principle. With incredible stories, practical wisdom, and a call to "be the change you want to see in the world," this conversation will encourage you to embrace love, reconnect with the earth, and transform society —one cup of tea at a time. Bio - Peace and environment activist and former Jain monk Satish Kumar has been quietly setting the global agenda of change for more than 50 years. He settled in the United Kingdom after an 8,000-mile peace pilgrimage. He was editor of Resurgence magazine from 1973 until 2016. Over the decades, he has been the guiding spirit behind internationally respected ecological and educational ventures including Devon's Schumacher College; authoring several books, including Elegant Simplicity; and presenting the BBC documentary Earth Pilgrim. Through his teaching, and as an embodiment of ecological and spiritual principles of living simply, he has inspired many people to transform themselves in order to transform the world. He continues to teach, appears regularly in the media, and is a sought-after international speaker.     Satish Kumar's book, Soil, Soul & Society: https://www.amazon.com/Soil-Soul-Society-Trinity-Time/dp/1952692911?crid=3JACVKO7QQVM9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Fx60chQ3zJa9VSTuY9sznvPnnXqFJ9VR2c7W0erVQWvu9SZHvNVcCoZvdkjYabIkQ6XETBCnOgCUeqL70MeHJfi9Ihnr59Ptq5xp3gIINJwspUJIjYBW7p2NgbCqXVUU6PdiF75EiuVF27RXbpw6TW4coc-gxCA-IO5sZn1N93ihKwGHybNmMvlqfIWp6r5Z.aEPXj1iaBAzB-OMWG6XFaFzkE1KNMej4W0tKBhDs3tU&dib_tag=se&keywords=soil%2C+soul+society&qid=1734475281&s=books&sprefix=soil%2C+soul+societ%2Cstripbooks%2C134&sr=1-1   #spirituality #sustainability #SoilSoulSociety #mindfulness #LoveAndCompassion #ecoliving #innerpeace #environmentalactivism #spiritualawakening #TrustOverFear #globalharmony #plantbasedliving #consciousliving #lifelessons #selftransformation #BeTheChange #unityindiversity #SacredSoil #loveisuniversal #peacepilgrim #interconnectionedness #embracelove #selfgovernance #evolvedsoul

Guest Cheri Neal, a trailblazing public servant and author, shares her transformative journey of resilience, faith, forgiveness, and community impact. Feeling overwhelmed after her divorce, Cheri was inspired to learn how to raise Monarch butterflies. This experience opened her up to the remarkable process of transformation -- a process which is inherent in each of us. Starting as caterpillars, the butterflies taught her about shedding limiting layers, embracing discomfort, taking risks, trusting the Divine process and learning to fly.  In this episode, Cheri shares personal stories about running for public office (losing and winning), finding ways to work with those who stood against her, writing her book Message of the Monarch, walking the Camino de Santiago, and igniting joy in her community -- all  which mirror the path of the Monarch. Cheri also reveals how forgiveness, collaboration, and courage lead to personal and collective growth, and her life demonstrates that the greatest contribution you can make to the world is to transform yourself. Bio - Cheri Neal has served as Zion, Illinois Township Supervisor, a full-time elected office, since 2001. She holds a double B.S. in Psychology and Human Behavior in Society from the University of Wisconsin Parkside and a Master’s in Management with a Certificate in Leadership, and has been recognized numerous times for her visioning and collaboration. A champion of community engagement, dynamic speaker, and certified life coach, she passionately assists people soar personally and professionally, and helps turn adversity into opportunity. Cheri has always been a trailblazer, having been the first woman to drive a snow plow for the State of Illinois, the first woman to join the Zion-Benton Kiwanis Club, and the first woman elected as Zion Township Supervisor. She is also the past president of the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Speakers Association and a published author of two books. She’s passionate about life, family, health, Monarchs, Zinnias and helping others live their BEST life. About Cheri's book : Messages of the Monarch, How to Find Your Wings and Fly AND Seeds of Joy, Growing Zinnias and Your Zest for Life! and the Lake County Joy Summit - 1/25/25 available on - https://www.cherineal.com/products #Transformation #TrustTheProcess #FromCaterpillarToButterfly #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualAwakening #ForgivenessHeals #OvercomingChallenges #JoyfulLiving #BreakingBarriers #LeadershipLessons #InspirationForChange #ButterflyEffect #FindingYourWings #HealingThroughForgiveness #InnerTransformation #DivineGuidance #LifeLessonsFromNature #Empowerment #ResilienceAndFaith 

Join us for a deep exploration of the Enneagram, a powerful 9-point personality system designed to uncover your primal motivations, core fears, and unique pathways to personal and spiritual growth. Discover how this ancient tool can help you break through layers of ego, embrace your true nature, and transform your relationships. We’re thrilled to feature Katherine Chernick Fauvre, an internationally renowned Enneagram expert and the creator of the Enneagram Tritype and Instinctual Stackings. Katherine shares her groundbreaking insights into how the Enneagram can illuminate your inner world, whether you’re navigating workplace dynamics, enhancing relationships, or seeking deeper spiritual understanding.  Explore the breakdown of the 9 personality types and their core fears, desires, and unique virtues. From the perfectionism of Type 1 to the visionary optimism of Type 7, learning how understanding these patterns can foster forgiveness, connection, and compassion in your daily life. Discover how the spiritual path of each type moves through type-specific holy ideas and virtues, such as serenity, equanimity, and hope. This conversation is packed with wisdom, research-backed insights, and practical tips to help you understand yourself and others on a whole new level. Bio - Katherine Chernick Fauvre, the creator of Tritype® and Instinctual Stackings, is an internationally recognized personality expert. She is an IEA Accredited Teacher with Distinction, inducted into the Marquis Who’s Who in America Biological Registry and the International Association of Top Professionals, and named Enneagram Coach of The Year for 2023 and Empowered Woman of the Year for 2024. She is Triple Certified with Palmer-Daniels, Riso-Hudson, and Hurley-Dobson and is distinguished as the only person to have attended intensives with Claudio Naranjo and Oscar Ichazo. About Katherine's book : New book on: Enneagram Instinctual Subtypes 2.0: Instincts, Stereotypes, Countertypes, and Stackings Everything you want to know about the Instinctual Types! As Promised! Super Savings! • Advanced Bundle: Enneagram of Process, Countertypes, Lost in Transmission $900 now $300 - more • Introduction to the Enneagram with Introduction to Tritypes® 10-week Course - $450 now $150 - more • Introduction to the Enneagram videos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and overview -was $50 now $25 - more • All 27 Individual Advanced Tritype® Archetype videos - $65 now $45 each - more • Guiding the 9 Types to Change - Full Set - Digital Download - $95 now $40 - more • Guiding the 9 Types to Change by Type: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. Core Fears only - now $10 ea.  #enneagram #selfawareness #spiritualgrowth #personaldevelopment #transformation #personalityinsights #selfdiscovery #KnowYourType #emotionalintelligence #innerpeace #transformyourlife #psychology #spirituality #findyourtrueself #PersonalityTypesDecoded #mindsettransformation #selfgrowth #corefear 

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Keith Akers, former computer consultant turned author, activist, and pioneering researcher of early Christianity. Keith shares his journey from tech to theology, where his research challenges long-held assumptions about Jesus, Nazerenes and early Christians. In this episode, we dive into: ✨ Jesus’ opposition to animal sacrifice, vegetarianism in early Jewish Christianity, and the powerful nonviolent ethos at its heart. ✨ The fascinating historical conflict between Paul and the Jewish Christians, including the Ebionites and Nazarenes, who lived as "the poor" and rejected meat and wealth. ✨ How modern Christianity diverged from these early teachings and what that means for faith today. ✨ Insights into Keith's philosophical journey, his discovery of Peter Singer’s Animal Liberation, and the life-changing decision to embrace veganism. We also unpack the tension between pro-meat and pro-vegetatian writers in the bible and explore the controversial narratives in the New Testament about fish, sacrifices, and the deeper spiritual messages they may conceal. If you’re curious about the hidden history of Christianity, the ethical teachings of Jesus, or how faith connects with compassion for animals and the environment, this conversation will inspire and challenge you. Don’t miss Keith’s thought-provoking appearance in the documentary Christpiracy!  Bio - Keith Akers is a writer, speaker, and activist. He’s written four books, including two books on vegetarianism in early Christianity, “The Lost Religion of Jesus” (2000) and “Disciples” (2013). Most recently, he was interviewed for the documentary “Christspiracy”.  He has been active in vegetarian and vegan groups for over 40 years and is the co-organizer of Denver Vegans. In his former life as a computer consultant, he worked on projects with the US Departments of State and Education, American Management Systems, Bell Atlantic Nynex Mobile (now Verizon), and others. You can reach him through his website at CompassionateSpirit.com . Keith’s website: https://compassionatespirit.com/wpblog/ Keith’s books: The Lost Religion of Jesus: https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Religion-Jesus-Nonviolence-Christianity/dp/1930051263 Disciples - How Jewish Christianity Shaped Jesus and Shattered Christianity: https://www.amazon.com/Disciples-Jewish-Christianity-Shaped-Shattered/dp/1937002500 Embracing Limits: https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Limits-Necessary-Approach-Environmental/dp/0945528027 #earlychristianity #jesusteachings #animalrights #compassionatefaith #Christpiracy #TheLostReligionOfJesus #nonviolence #disciples #Ebionites #nazarenes #pacifism #vegetarianism #bibleinterpretation #christianorigins #hiddentruth #christianity #bible #religion #spirituality #jesus #god #belief #truth #knowledge #history #documentary #consciousness #awakening #enlightenment