May 25, 2024

95. The Path of the Spiritual Warrior with David Nichtern

1 hour 27 minutes

Join me in a profound discussion with renowned Buddhist teacher, David Nichtern. We explore the fundamentals of self-development through practice and self-evolution, emphasizing the significance of basic goodness and warrior attributes.

The conversation delves into integrating mindfulness, meditation, and ancient Buddhist wisdom with modern challenges. David discusses responsibility, accountability, and the balance between cultural traditions and contemporary practices in spiritual teachings.

We also touch upon the implications of psychedelics and the importance of understanding karma, spiritual discipline, and cultivating curiosity.

David has an upcoming free zoom to talk about the upcoming Dharma Moon Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training Program go to https://www.dharmamoon.com/role-of-the-teacher-may-2024 to learn more and sign up.

00:00 Unlocking Your Potential: A Journey of Self-Development

01:04 Introducing David Nichtern: A Multifaceted Meditation Master

03:01 Exploring the Warrior Path and Mindfulness Meditation

03:57 Deep Dive into Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher Training

05:05 Conversations on Basic Goodness and Human Nature

07:59 The Vital Role of Psychedelics in Modern Spirituality

43:18 Navigating the Complexities of Karma and Basic Goodness

47:38 The Power of Practice and Transformation

48:39 Recognizing the Fruits of Spiritual Practice

49:23 Navigating Spiritual Materialism and Authenticity

50:04 The Challenge of Compassion and Understanding

50:55 Exploring the Nature of Evil and Compassion

52:13 The Role of Karma and Personal Transformation

53:50 The Warrior's Path: Fearlessness, Gentleness, and Curiosity

01:00:38 The Richness of Dharma and the Journey of Teaching

01:09:17 The Importance of Authentic Engagement in Spiritual Practice

01:14:56 Reflections on Legacy, Responsibility, and Community

01:25:25 Closing Thoughts: The Journey of Practice and Exploration

Connect with David at https://www.dharmamoon.com/

Connect with Jonathan:

Host Jonathan Schecter is a breathwork facilitator and integrative specialist. Get a free guide to Breathwork for Integration at ⁠⁠⁠⁠beacons.ai/bluemagicalchemy⁠⁠ and go to ⁠https://breath.tricycleday.com to get a sample of his course on psychedelic breathwork.

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