Tag: #Nonduality

When Nothing Belongs to You

Once You Detach Yourself from All Things, Everything Becomes Beautiful

A strange phenomenon arises the moment we no longer grip the world by the throat. What once felt jagged begins to soften. The same city skyline, the same broken cup, the same impatient stranger on the train—all begin to shimmer, not with any added sparkle, but with a quality that was always there, hidden behind the veil of expectation.

It’s not that the world changes. You do.

Detachment is not withdrawal. It’s not apathy, nor is it a sterile indifference. It is intimacy without ownership. Love without clutching. Awareness without the distortion of personal commentary. You can finally see things clearly because you’re no longer trying to use them—to define yourself, to fill an absence, to make them mean something they don’t.

When you release the need to extract purpose or permanence from experience, beauty emerges—not as something to possess, but as something that is. The leaf fluttering to the ground, the silence between thoughts, the look in a stranger’s eye—all of it becomes radiant, but not because it offers you anything. It simply reveals itself when you’re no longer insisting that it must.

This clarity—this unburdened seeing—is often misunderstood as detachment from life. But it’s quite the opposite. You are not detached from life; you are detached from your ideas about it. The concept collapses. Only presence remains.

And presence doesn’t compare or crave. It beholds. It receives. It honours.

Try this: Let everything be exactly what it is today. No fixing. No rejecting. No rehearsing for tomorrow. Watch what happens when you stop insisting that the world obey your script. A quiet awe begins to surface—so gentle you could miss it if you’re waiting for fireworks.

That awe is the fragrance of truth. And truth is always beautiful.

Morgan O. Smith

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The Nondual Peak

Tapping into the Universal Consciousness

Imagine for a moment that you could not only experience life from your perspective but from the perspective of every life form that has ever existed. This means not just every human, not just every creature on Earth, but every being, in every corner of the universe. An overwhelming idea? Certainly. Impossible? Not in the realm of nondual peak experiences.

## Understanding Nonduality

Nonduality, a term rooted in Eastern philosophies, refers to the idea that there is no division between the self and the universe. Everything is interconnected, woven into the fabric of existence. In the state of a nondual peak experience, one transcends individuality and becomes everything. This is more than mere empathy; it is a profound realization of oneness with the entire cosmos.

## The Universal Consciousness

There exists a universal consciousness – a singular, boundless awareness that permeates every atom, every galaxy, every dimension. In a nondual peak experience, one is not merely tapping into this consciousness but becoming it.

When you share the perspectives of every life form during such a moment, it’s not about sequentially having each of their individual experiences, like flipping through a book. Instead, it’s about feeling a profound sense of unity, where you realize that every experience is, in essence, your own. Every joy, every sorrow, every moment of curiosity or discovery is a facet of the universal experience.

## Why This Matters

Recognizing this interconnectedness challenges our understanding of individuality and separateness. It fosters a sense of universal compassion and underscores the importance of every life. If we all stem from the same consciousness, if we all share the same experiences at a cosmic level, then every act of kindness, every gesture of understanding, resonates through the ages and across galaxies.

It’s not about diminishing the value of individual experiences or perspectives but about elevating them. For in a universe where we are all connected, every voice matters, every story is significant, and every life is a unique expression of the whole.

**In Conclusion**

The idea of a nondual peak experience might sound sensational, but it offers a profound insight into our place in the universe. We are not isolated entities but parts of a vast, interconnected whole. And in recognizing this, we find not only our insignificance but our infinite significance.

Morgan O.  Smith

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Enlighten Up! – w/ Special Guest, Sajeepan Arikaran (Ep 12)

Welcome to Episode 12 of Enlighten Up! Join our hosts, Spiritual Teacher Morgan O. Smith and Comedian Nathan Griffith, along with our special guest, the Poet & Philosopher, Sajeepan Arikaran, for a fascinating conversation that’s both enlightening and entertaining. Immerse yourself in the profound concept of everything and nothing, as Sajeepan shares his powerful experiences with Oneness while in Sri Lanka. Share in the thrill as Nathan recounts his near-death experience, and engage in the lively debate on the lived experience versus the intellectual understanding of self-realization, and the true purpose of a Bodhisattva. Hear Morgan passionately explain why he doesn’t necessarily feel compelled to awaken individuals within this lifetime, and join in as he and Sajeepan debate about what matters to the individual self versus the Ultimate Self. Sajeepan also provides us with a unique insight into the Eastern and Western interpretations of the term ‘universe,’ underscoring the intriguing differences in perspective. Join the impassioned discussion on the importance of meditation, yoga, and the role of whole-brain functioning in relation to Nondual suchness. Also, explore contrasting viewpoints on the obligations of a spiritual teacher and the responsibilities of the student. Indulge in the lighter moments as Morgan shares his views on comedy and his aversion to individuals who interpret jokes based on their religious biases. Have a laugh with the trio as they joke about Sajeepan’s skepticism about Morgan’s vegan lifestyle and tease Sajeepan about his unusual fishing companion. Lastly, Morgan delves into the paradoxical nature of enlightenment, discussing the impossibility of a perfectly enlightened being, yet recognizing that perfection can indeed be experienced during the moment of enlightenment. Subscribe now for more inspiring content! Don’t forget to check out “Bodhi in the Brain” and Yinnergy Meditation at https://linktr.ee/morganosmith.

Enlighten Up! w/ Special Guest, Shayma Tssouli (Ep 10)

Welcome back to Enlighten Up! Join Spiritual Teacher Morgan O. Smith & Comedian Nathan Griffith along with their special guest, Shayma Tssouli, as they delve into topics of enlightenment, belief systems, non-duality, and Absolute Monism. Shayma brings her unique perspective, questioning the shadows that arise during spiritual awakening and sharing personal experiences of dealing with trauma. Experience moments of levity as Morgan and Nathan engage in lighthearted banter, making fun of pronunciation errors and debating on the potential of Canadian currency uplifting the Moroccan economy. And don’t miss Morgan’s exciting recount of his encounter with a demi-god in his meditative practice. This episode is filled with thoughtful debates, introspective moments and bursts of humour. Embark on this journey of wisdom and laughter with us and see spirituality in a whole new light. Remember to check out Morgan’s enlightening book, “Bodhi in the Brain” and learn more about Yinnergy Meditation at the link. https://linktr.ee/morganosmith