Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese

Erin Reese, M.S.
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Creative Consciousness, Astrology, and Intuitive Energy Updates. Teachings of Non-Duality, Embodied Awakening, and the Divine Feminine. erinreese.substack.com

  1. 2d ago

    Does Free Will Exist?

    Can’t I create my own reality? What about self-will? Aren’t I in charge? These are all common questions of spiritual seekers. The way the inquiry is addressed depends on the context. Of course, from the relative point of view, there is cause and effect. One takes an action, there is an outcome. It appears we have a separate free will. However, some of us are determined seekers, digging further into the nature of reality, the Unfolding Now, which is determined by an infinite number of causes and effects occurring simultaneously in this exact moment, here and now. When we settle into and as that Absolute Presence, which is unmoving and unchanging, the non-existence of a separate actor is realized. In this clip — a short conversation with a seeker who has kindly given permission to share — I offer a simple exercise to inquire into the nature of free will. Together, we look: Who is the doer of the action, after all? Am I in control? Have I ever been entirely responsible for the outcome of “my” actions? How did this talk resonate? I look forward hearing from you in the comments. And, do share this with others. It may make a difference to their serenity - who knows? With Love, Erin P.S. If you missed the Introductory talk on “Non-Duality 101,” in which we discuss The Ocean, the Wave, and the Drop of Water as a model of Consciousness, you can find it here. Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

  2. Jun 22

    Honesty Will Lead You Where You Need to Be

    Today I am sharing a short embodied wisdom talk given to a group of women on the topic of Honesty, Self-Care, and the Inner Child. In this clip, I discuss the absolute importance of not abandoning the more vulnerable parts of self, no matter what. And how, when we commit ourselves to radical self-care, we can have any discussion with another person, whether friend, partner, relative, client - anyone. Even the most difficult conversations become possible with unconditional Love, starting with ourselves. “Honesty will lead you where you need to be.” How does this land? I want to hear from you! Let me know in the comments. And, others in your world may need this, so please do share, restack and all the things. Thank you! With Love, Erin Reese Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

  3. Jun 19

    Surrendering to the Ocean of Existence

    What happens when we surrender the thing that is causing us the most pain? Can we trust that the Divine is going to handle it, without our continued interference? In this episode, I offer an exercise in embodied wisdom. An opportunity to lay down whatever is causing you continual, repeated interference and distress. Could be anxiety-provoking, depressing, agonizing, nagging, tiring, or confusing. This practice - that of offering a major issue to the Ocean of Existence - is a means of collaborating with All That Is. It is a practice in SURRENDER. Take a moment for yourself here. Set aside 20 minutes, grab your journal, and get in touch with that one area of your life that is really doing a number on you. What happens when you leave it entirely, totally, 100% to the Ocean of Existence to handle? Let me know if you try the exercise and how it goes. I look forward hearing from you in the comments. With Love, Erin Reese P.S. If you missed the Introductory talk on “Non-Duality 101”, in which we discuss The Ocean, the Wave, and the Drop of Water as a model of Consciousness, you can find it here. Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

  4. Jun 12

    NON-DUALITY 101

    Today’s podcast is excerpted from a recent satsang talk, an introduction to some of the basic pointers of non-dual wisdom. In Sanskrit, non-duality is known as Advaita, or “not two.” In this talk, I discuss 👇🏼👇🏾👇🏼👇 The basic pointer - there is no individual doer of any action The peace that comes to the ego with acceptance of its place in Totality “Events happen, deeds are done, but there is no individual doer thereof.” The Ocean, the Wave, and the Drop of Water as a model of Consciousness Ego’s mistaking itself as separate from Ocean as a definition of suffering The role of deep Listening (Śravaṇa in Sanskrit) in relaxing into the next happening, or movement in Consciousness The breath and its critical role in transitions to avoid injury, whether physical or psychological The relief from existential suffering that is possible with non-dual understanding You may wish to listen to this more than once. Please do share this with others and repost. Others may need this, too. I look forward to hearing from you in the comments. All my love, Erin P.S. Thank you so much to everyone who supports and encourages this work in big and small ways! Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

  5. May 30

    Where Am I?

    In this satsang talk on non-duality (Advaita, or “not two," I discuss the vichara, a Sanskrit term for the process of investigation, discrimination, and Self-inquiry often used in the Vedantic tradition. This is considered a practice of jñāna (wisdom), or yoga of knowledge. “Where Am I?” and the Vichara In this short clip, I explain the inquiry of “Where Am I?” which is similar to yet slightly different than the standard one known by many through Ramana Maharshi, that of “Who Am I?” Here, inquiring into the locus of the arising of the individual self has been a more effective pointer than “who.” Although, it does not matter what words are chosen in the investigation; what is most important is the effectiveness in bringing about an experiencing or awareness of spaciousness. Ultimately, there is a seeing and a full apprehension that there is no one there – no separate, individual doer. Thoughts without a thinker, seeing without a seer, experiencing without an experiencer. If one looks – with sincerity and whole, open-mind – one may ultimately see that there is no central operating mechanism. This seeing and knowing may also happen at any time, regardless of the inquiry practice. While this might seem to be an advanced teaching or the words and pointers might seem bizarre or foreign, almost anyone can receive some benefit from listening – something will go in, somewhere. In the beginning of this clip, I am paraphrasing from my teacher Ramesh Balsekar’s book, Consciousness Writes (Zen Publications, 1996, p. 21). In the second part of the video, I lead satsang participants in a short, guided meditation – into their own self-inquiry of “Where Am I? If you prefer to skip the philosophical pointers and go right to the meditative inquiry, go straight to minute 7:00. Viewers and listeners may wish to sit somewhere comfortably and quietly to try this out for themselves. May this talk benefit those with an interest in spiritual seeking and most importantly, the end of suffering. Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

    Where Am I?

  6. May 2

    Strange Happenings in the Awakening Body-Mind

    In this short excerpt from a recent non-dual satsang (dharma talk), I discuss phenomena arising in embodied awakening. We are not separate from Totality, and any number of unpredictable phenomena may arise as the body-mind shifts – when there is a dissolving of the identification with egoic consciousness. Remember that, like anything and everything, it is an arising in the manifestation. One may notice it in one’s personal bodily structure (“internal”) or in outer appearances and events. Whether painful or pleasurable, bizarre or beautiful, the point is to remain Conscious and to Allow the unfolding. It is natural, for you are Nature (nisarga) – Life itself. Your comments, shares, and reflections are welcome! If you are drawn to attending future non-dual satsangs (dharma talks), do reach out to me. With Love and Peace, Erin Reese Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

  7. Apr 28

    Stabilizing in the Intensity of Truth

    Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. In this short clip from a recent satsang (dharma talk) with students of non-duality, I touch on the return to the day-to-day marketplace from the spiritual mountaintop. The Work does not cease once there is the realization of Oneness. Yes, suffering and seeking end once egoic identification dissolves, yet the life and learning and growth continue. How is this wisdom principle landing for you? Are you chopping wood and carrying water? Stabilizing in the intensity? Caught in the tsunami yet peaceful in the midst? Let me know in the comments! If you are drawn to attending future non-dual satsangs (dharma talks), contact me directly. With Love and Peace, Erin Reese Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

  8. Apr 20

    Collective Energy Update: HOW DO YOU ALIGN WITH REALITY?

    Stop, drop and roll into stillness. Feeling the heat of the boiling cauldron to attune and align with reality, parsing out pure needs and wants to grow and live in sovereignty… On Friday, April 17th, I met with a small group of paid subscribers to discuss the collective energies arising at this time. I also provided individual intuitive mini-consultations during the call. Because this information is for the collective, I’m providing an excerpt for you all here, and a video clip below. Let me know how this sits with you in the comments. Is this resonating for you these days? What’s hard about attuning and aligning? What is assisting you in the process? Do any of these principles stand out to you today? Sending you all Love and Clarity! Erin Reese p.s. If you’d like to support my work and participate in future live events, you can upgrade your subscription at any time. Thank you! Get full access to Truth and Consciousness with Erin Reese at erinreese.substack.com/subscribe

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