Episode 237: DC Shorts Ep#27 - The Paradox of Self-Actualization

In this episode Antony explains how and why magic can flow into our daily lives even when we're carrying out the most mindane of tasks.  He provides some recent examples of how magic has surfaced in his own life at surprising moments. Discerning Consciousness Website:https://discerningconsciousness.blogspot.com

In this episode Antony reveals how he has come to an understanding of the extent to which his personal survival is totally dependent upon the sacrifice of other people.  He talks about the gratitude that has naturally arisen as a result of this realization and why the conveniences of modern life can make us ungracious.  Antony also makes reference to some of the simple ways in which we can demonstrate gratitude in our daily lives.

In this episode Antony explains some of the main reasons why people who embody truth are often hated and ridiculed.  He draws in part from his own life experiences and what they have taught him about why truth is generally shunned within society.  Antony also lists some of the main personal characteristics that are typically shared by individuals who embody truth. 

In this episode Antony reveals some of the main limitations of adopting a purely psychological approach to personal awakening.  He uses Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs as a model to explain why the persuit of self-actualization is rarely as formulalic as the model suggests.  Antony also acknowledges how the model can be used to chart our individual progress on the path of awakening. 

In this episode Antony explains some of the main reasons why it can be so difficult for human beings to express their uniqueness in the form of creativity.  He explains the difference between generic creativity and true creativity.  Antony also talks about some of the barriers that exist when we decide to begin the creative process.

In this episode Antony explains why everything is not as it seems when it comes to the idea of priviledge within modern society.  He explains how on the highest level every human being on the planet has a cross to bare.  Antony also claims that the system itself perpetuates itself through promoting a fake idea.

In this episode Antony reviews the movie I Love You, Man, which has a very profound message for all men who are attempting to live a life of genuine empowerment.  The main analysis centres upon the friendship between Peter Klaven and Sydney Fife.  Antony then considers the advantages and disadvantages of living a batchelor life vs marriage/relationships.  The conversation then shifts into the realm of what it means to be a man in the modern era and the nature of relationships as revealed in the movie.

In this episode Antony explains some of the main reasons why life gets a lot easier when we stop attempting to control the outcome of all our actions.  He shares some of the pitfalls of taking the teaching too literally when we forget the importance of taking action.  Antony also reveals why letting go of the need to control everything can help us to align with our destiny. 

In this episode Antony explains the paradoxical nature of pure presence in that it is something that arises from within when certain conditions have been reached.  However he makes it plain to the listeners that we're not in control of the process and that it can't be faked.  Antony also talks about the concept of the 'I Am' and why it is such a powerful teaching.Episode LinksMount Shasta Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wE5qVpw7ktI

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.