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Episode Synopsis
Send us a textThe misconception that spiritual teachings need to be "more practical" reveals either a misunderstanding of what spiritual practice truly is or exposure to teachings that aren't genuinely spiritual. Non-dual traditions offer direct pointers to immediate experience of consciousness that are inherently practical when actually implemented.• Non-dual teachings provide direct access to formless awareness without delay• Basic moral and ethical teachings aren't spiritual—they're common sense• The Upanishads and teachings like "Aham Brahmasmi" (I am Brahman) are deeply practical• Spiritual knowledge must be experienced to be understood• Only a human guru can embody teachings in a way AI cannot• Those who claim teachings aren't practical enough often haven't put them into practice• True connection with consciousness naturally guides all aspects of lifeJoin me on Discord to continue this discussion, and keep an eye out for my upcoming "Resting in Formless Awareness" course that will be launching soon.Join our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/hnRf7wESwX Visit my website: https://www.thebeardedmysticpodcast.com/Buy The Bearded Mystic Podcast Merch: https://thebeardedmysticpodcast.myshopify.com/Want a one-on-one spiritual discussion with The Bearded Mystic - book here: https://www.thebeardedmysticpodcast.com/p/spiritual-discussion/Subscribe to The Bearded Mystic Podcast channel: https://www.youtube.com/ @TheBeardedMysticPodcastBecome a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/thebeardedmysticpodcastRahul on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/beardedmystic.bsky.socialSupport the show
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