The Jason Gregory Podcast

In this episode of Enlightenment Today, I will explain the secret of meditation. Meditation has become a useful tool for people in their people lives. We think of it as a way to manage stress and something that helps us deal with the uncertainty of life. Though these benefits are great and true, there is a secret to meditation that only usually serious practitioners of the Eastern spiritual traditions discover and understand. What is that elusive secret?

In this podcast, we will explore spiritual bypassing, the shadow, and the dangers of psychological dissociation and suppression in spirituality. Though these concerns have been at the forefront of Western psychotherapy, the Eastern spiritual traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism have a had a philosophical and scientific understanding of the mind to counter such psychological issues for thousands of years. But this Eastern science of mind is something a lot of people don't know about when they first get engaged in spirituality all due to spiritual teachers who have not been trained sufficiently in either tradition, leading to the spiritual teachers themselves suffering from these afflictions of mind. We will explain the proper science of mind in the East and how without a thorough understanding of that system you won't make any great progress in your own spiritual process.

In this podcast, we will explore why we celebrate Guru Purnima and the nature of the guru and disciple relationship and why it is important. This whole lineage of guru and disciple was propelled forward by an ancient sage known as Vyasa, who was instrumental in the birth of a classical guru and Hinduism as we know it. I will explain Vyasa's contribution to the world and the evolution of the Hindu scriptures. Ultimately, we will explore whether or not it's necessary to have a guru in this day and age. Find out!

In this podcast, we will explore the life and teachings of a 16-year-old boy who became enlightened and changed the world. This boy, born Venkataraman Iyer, is none other than the great sage of the 20th century we know as Ramana Maharshi. The teachings of Ramana Maharshi played a big part in the nondual spiritual path of Advaita Vedanta, and spirituality in general, becoming popular in the West. But who really was Ramana Maharshi and why are his teachings significant now more than ever?

My new book Emotional Intuition for Peak Performance covers in-depth the ability to cultivate skill and reach peak performance. This book is a unique blend of Eastern wisdom and modern science. I will briefly go over each of the chapters to get you ready for a deep dive into the essence of my new book.

In this podcast we will explore wu-wei, the essential teaching in Taoism. Wu-wei can be translated as nondoing, effortless action, or intelligent spontaneity. It is a concept I have explored within many of my books and my documentaries 'The Art of Effortless Living' and 'Effortless Action: The Art of Spontaneity.' But in this podcast, we will explore it even more deeply including its importance for cultivating skills within a craft or in life that is something I explore in my new book 'Emotional Intuition for Peak Performance.' This is a precursor to my new book and must watch regardless. How can we reach an effortless state of peak performance in our chosen fields which reverberates out into our everyday lives so that we are in harmony with the Tao? Find out!

The spiritual roots of Tibet lay in the native tradition of Bon and the migration of Buddhism from India. Tibet's spirituality is a unique blend of both traditions. But how much influence has Indian spirituality had on the spiritual evolution of Tibet? Are there remnants of Hinduism in Tibetan Buddhism? In this episode of Ask Jason, I will answer a question about if there is a relationship between the path of Dzogchen in Tibetan Buddhism and Bon with Advaita Vedanta in Hinduism.

In this podcast, we will explain what the genuine individual is according to Taoism. In the Tao Te Ching and the Chuang Tzu text, there is a term used in Chinese known as zhenren. Zhenren is often translated as the true individual of Tao, the perfected person, or authentic sage. It is a genuineness that is natural to all beings, but usually only accessed by the great spiritual masters and is the essential characteristic of the mysterious Taoist sages. In this podcast we will unpack what the zhenren essentially means and how we can come back into alignment with it so that we can be an aperture for the Tao to enlighten the world.

2020 is a great year for new books. There are many new books that are revolutionizing the game and contributing to an even deeper exploration of Eastern thought, just like my new book Emotional Intuition for Peak Performance (hit the following link to buy my book https://amzn.to/2oZZdFm). But outside of my shameless plug for my new book, there is a host of new books that I am personally excited about. I will give you my top five new releases of 2020 and a rundown of what the books are about. Enjoy!

In this podcast, we will explain the secret power we all attain when we let go of control and trust life. This secret power is the heart of all the Eastern spiritual traditions, especially Taoism. Lao-tzu advocated for us to seek the low places in life, essentially meaning we should embody the essence of humility. In the same way water seeks the lowest places, but at the same time is the most powerful force in nature, so too are we if we understand this metaphor deeply. What is this secret power and how can we align with it? Find out!