All models are wrong, but some can be useful ;-)
My friend Pierce Salguero has a pretty rad one, I've talked about it on previous videos, and he's finally written some of it up on a website, with a book for beginners coming out soon as well (also on the website). Enjoy and let me know if any of these threads resonate with where YOU find yourself currently. https://multidharma.net/maps-and-territories/
From Sunday Zen on YouTube! Enjoy ❤️
Let's dive deep into the themes of trust, surrender, and the Threads of Awakening model introduced by Dr. Pierce Salguero in this live episode of Sunday Zen.
I've been reflecting on how traditional spiritual models can leave us feeling lost, stuck, or even scared, and how Pierce's approach offers a more inclusive framework that resonates with my own experiences.
We share insights on the different threads—emptiness, energy, unity, and psyche—and how they manifest in our lives. We discuss the challenges of spiritual ego, which I've grappled with myself, and discuss the role of psychedelics in opening new pathways of understanding. And we touch on the importance of embracing the unknown as the true entry point to the nature of reality.
Topics covered include:
The Threads of Awakening model and its impact
Trust and surrender in the spiritual journey
Navigating spiritual ego and its pitfalls
Psychedelics as tools
Embracing the unknown and the ...
Here's a little spontaneous live show I did earlier this morning from our family trip to The Sea Ranch (Northern California)...miss you guys, more soon!
Another live episode here without ads for Locals! We touch on a BUNCH of stuff, including Trump's transition, possible FDA appointments, RFK Jr., letters we've gotten about reproductive rights, was Harris or her team afraid to have her go on Rogan, a deep dive into COVID infection fatality rate and what to do about vaccines, and MUCH more. As always, audio version can be found wherever you get your podcasts!
“Take your broken heart and make it into art”
I pushed to get an art spot set up finally after moving because with everything going on painting has become a non-negotiable. One of many to come….