The Buddha (meaning The Enlightened or Awakened One) is a pivotal figure in history who achieved Enlightenment after dedicated search, and he ultimately reached Nirvana after meditating for 7 weeks straight (unmoving!) under a Bodhi tree. This talk explores a brief history of the man (Siddhartha Gautama 480-400BC) who became the Buddha; wisdom he shared, taken from the book “Teachings of The Buddha” by Jack Kornfield that I first bought at age ten(!); and a brief discussion of the disciplined path of the Buddha (that is meant to purify one to enable Awakening) and how that contrasts with Zen Buddhism (starting with the marriage of Buddhism and Taoism in China, which became “Chán” in China and “Zen” in Japan) and the mystical path of Zen which is a relaxed way that takes away all rules/formality and allows for instant enlightenment through direct pointing and experiencing of the Buddha nature. Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

The Observer Consciousness is explored through a guided meditation featuring coin and bird analogies. Our ultimate place as the Awareness behind which the Doer and Observer is ultimately seen is revealed. These observations alone bring immediate peace as we understand our true position. Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Inspiration to start on the path of creativity and/or freedom without waiting for others. Know that help will come. My special thanks to awesome designer Chip Kidd for providing me with great wisdom five years ago that helped me design my first book cover (and other covers after that!); and to Sri Mooji who continues to light my spiritual path. (Minor correction: When I discussed the Katha Upanishads, the key figure of the story is Nachiketas. I accidentally swapped the “k” and “t” in my excitement haha) Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

A discussion of the unpredictability of creativity jumps to the spontaneous nature of life and our freedom as the observer of it all. This talk was heavily inspired by a quote of Sri Ramana and this talk by Sri Mooji: https://youtu.be/8p8113stahY // Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+Instagram: Selena Sage - Author

While addressing a beautiful question from Julie (of North Carolina, USA), we explore the idea of what life can be like beyond concepts. Thanks Julie! :) Please feel free to send your spiritually based question via email: [email protected] or social media: Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author to be featured on a future episode. Your question can also be discussed anonymously if you prefer. Thank you! Namasté. selenasage.com

After reviewing a page from my third book, “Get Free: 7 Simple Steps to Free Your Mind & Live Your Dreams” I discuss the importance of letting go of (physical) stuff to give you *space* to breathe and to explore the path to ultimate freedom. // “Get Free” is available in paperback at amazon.com/author/selenasage and also as an ebook at zentaobooks.com/shop Thank you for your support! Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+Instagram: Selena Sage - Author

This talk explores a bit of Portugal’s history and connection with Cabo Verde, along with my experiences in the regions of Lisbon (including Cascais), Sintra (castles), and Alentejo (the location of Mooji’s ashram, Monte Sahaja). I also include some travel tips/tricks I’ve learned the hard way related to going through airport security. Happy travels! :) Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Excited to share wisdom from the great Persian poet and Sufi Saint, Rumi! His poetry is timeless, beautiful, and inspired by both his Muslim faith and his great teacher, Shams (coincidently, or not, the Arabic word for “Sun”). Shams lit up Rumi’s life and inspired so much beautiful poetry that speaks of the unification with God and the Supreme Source beyond existence. Seekers on all paths can benefit from the beauty of his poetry and I hope that you do, too! Namasté. selenaasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Dear ones, it is the week of Carnaval here in Cabo Verde. Despite my best efforts at sound-proofing, background noise is unavoidable during this time as music and partying continues around the clock. Please embrace this spirit of celebration as you can, and perhaps add background music to this meditation as you listen. Thank you. // This guided meditation is on the I Am Consciousness. // Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

I was so moved by a Satsang shared by Sri Mooji today from India (link: https://youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=bNIHeigZgcw ) that I discuss the deep urge to be free that surpasses all else, and ways that freedom can be obtained. Sharing a quote from Sri Papaji, the meaning of “presence” is also discussed. (In my excitement, I forgot to close my windows, so thank you for forgiving a little road noise and children at play outside :) Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+Instagram: Selena Sage - Author