Episode 226: DC Shorts Ep#17 - One of The Great Misconceptions About Spiritual Awakening

In this episode Antony reveals why simplicity is the key when deciding upon the details of our daily practice.  He explains how much value can be gained when we focus our attention upon the mundane things in life, that are easily dismissed.  Antony also talks about 'the way of the tao' in the context of focusing our daily practice upon repetitive tasks that would typically be regarded as boring and tiresome.

In this episode Antony explains why being an anonymous individual, in a society that places so much value on fame and notoriety, can be regarded as a blessing rather than a curse.  He reveals the way in which being self-contained can bring surprising gifts such an intensification in personal power.  Antony also gives an empowering example of why being a nobody shouldn't be a barrier to personal success.Episode Links:DC Shorts Ep#3 - How To Cultivate Your Psychic Chargehttps://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/discerningconsciousness/episodes/2024-12-29T09_00_00-08_00

In this episode Antony informs the listeners that although sincere awakening requires tremendous amounts of self-discipline and introspection, it's also important to remember that life is to be enjoyed.  He explains why it is easy to become neurotic about the inner work/self-healing ect, which makes it difficult for us to recognise the progress we have made.  Antony also shares how he is currently experiencing an opening of the heart and some of the dilemas that is giving rise to.

In this episode Antony explains why it is important to focus on the present moment, rather than being driven by the desire to constantly project into the future.  He reminds the listeners that no one knows what the future holds and that the only reality that exists is in the present moment.  Antony also shares the thought that there is great value to be had in empowering ourselves at this time because it helps the collective no matter what happens in the future.

In this episode Antony reveals some of the anomolies around the idea of the earth splitting in the coming years.  He explains why most of the concepts being shared about this event appear to be rather simplistic and encourage a form of spiritual elitism.  Antony also reveals how he remains grounded when considering the future of life on the planet.

In this episode Antony explores a common trap that many spiritual seekers fall into when they adopt a healthy lifestyle.  He explains why the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle can be easily dimminshed if the choices around nutrition ect have been made from a place of fear.  Antony also makes reference to the importance of developing grace and why this quality is so important on the spiritual path.

In this episode Antony casts his eye upon the controversial movie, One By One, which has achieved cult like status since it was released in 2014.  The analysis is based on a cautionary message about the dangers of attempting to wake up people to our truth.  Antony also reveals some of the personality traits demonstrated by the main characters in terms of what they say about individuals lost in 'The Truther Trap' or the 'black pill delusion'. Episode Links:Thomas Sheridan - How To Wake Up Safely - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cl2GGLELkv4DC Shorts Ep#13 - Have You Found Your Tribe? - https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/discerningconsciousness/episodes/2025-03-09T10_44_55-07_00

In this episode Antony shares the concept as to why radical self-honesty is at the core of developing a healthy relationship with ourselves.  He goes onto explain how our personal power is intimately linked to the frequency that we transmit and that this in turn shapes our experiences in life.  Antony also reveals an example of radical self-honesty from reflecting upon his own life in recent times. 

In this episode Antony is joined by Regan Caruthers for a lively conversation as she shares some of the defining moments from her memoirs.  The listeners are treated to the story of her first encounter with a dark entity that visited her as a child and then returned several years later.  Regan also shares the miraculous series of events that led her to be living in her current home, following the sudden diagnosis of a serious health condition.  In the closing segment Regan reveals the principle that lies at the core of a practical approach to spirituality.Regan's Website:  https://regancaruthers.comRegan's book 'Tragic Magic - A Memoir' is available to purchase at Amazon /Barns & Noble:https://regancaruthers.com/tragic-magic/

In this episode Antony reveals why it can be challenging to fully appreciate the simple beauty of life when we find ourselves lost in the limitations of a conceptual world.  He also explains the way in which technology has shaped modern society in terms of the current obsession for rating and grading all commercial exchanges.  Antony reflections upon how this has impacted our ability to truly see life as it is beyond our individual wishes and desires.