There Is No “Being Aware of Being Aware”
The phrase “Be aware of Being Aware” is frequently encountered in contemporary non-dual teachings,...
Searching for Consciousness, Jesus and My Apple Pencil
Where is Consciousness? Where is Spirit? Where is my Apple Pencil? (Hint: “Right in front of your...
The Name That Unlocks
Human life is characterized by duality, which defines our distinct nature. Our spiritual heritage,...
Morning Coffee Ramble Part 2 – The NOW – Nonduality – Metaphysics
This is a sequel to my last metaphysical ramble video. I had some new insights about the NOW and...
Morning Coffee Ramble with Rick: Past, Future, the NOW and the Nature of Experience
If you love, crazy, incoherent ramblings, man, this video is for you! It’s 7am. I’m having coffee....
The Peace of Christmas
In the silence of our being, our true nature is revealed. This silence is the essence of all...
No Way To Know
I frequently reflect on the inherent limitations of describing spirituality or reality. While my...
Distraction
Illusions of the world consistently capture more of our attention than the Truth itself. This is...
Random Renaissance Person
Today, I’m reflecting on the idea of a “Random Renaissance Person.” You’re welcome to ponder this...
Beyond Appearances
“Do not judge by outward appearance, but judge with righteous judgment.” – John 7:24 [New American...
Meditation Myths
Meditation is a powerful practice for cultivating mindfulness and awareness, but many myths...
You Are Not Your Mind
It is important to remember that you are not your mind. This recognition is a central "task" in...
The Journey Is An Illusion
The biggest misconception in spirituality is the idea of “the journey.” Almost everyone buys into...
Our Strange, Habitual Mental Collections
Do you carry your opinions around like badges, bumper stickers, or patches on a jacket? Have you...
That Isn’t A God
To truly be recognized as a god, a being must uphold its own moral principles far better than its...
Meditation Is Doing Nothing
When I meditate, I’m not trying to “do” anything. I’m not pushing for something to happen, and I...
Original Sin?
The story of Adam and Eve in Genesis describes how the woman saw that the tree’s fruit was good to...
Shaking The Dust
“And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or...
ASMR as Meditation Practice
A few years ago, I stepped away from all spiritual practices, including meditation, despite having...
On Not Being A Remote Cabin
This week, I’m staying in a secluded cabin in north Georgia while working on an art project for a...
You Are Not Less Than!
We’ve been led to believe, by those who don’t truly understand, that we are less than we are....
Finding Happiness
Looking for happiness is a lot like searching for your glasses when they’re sitting on top of...
There Are No Choices. There Is Only Doing.
The mind thrives on duality, constantly presenting us with choices: this or that, here or there....
The Illusion of the Individual
Every artist begins their creative journey connected to an infinite well of ideas, impulses, and...