Author, Philosopher, Spiritual Teacher, A Lead Facilitator at Sacred Media's Integral Mastery Academy, Founder of Yinnergy Meditation/Neurofeedback, Bodhi Mental Care & Wellness, Co-founder of KeMor Centre for Innovative Development
A seeker walking the delicate balance between opposites may one day find themselves at the threshold of the most profound realization imaginable. A moment beyond all description, where the entirety of existence collapses into a singularity of knowing. Not a knowing of the intellect, but of something far deeper—an understanding so complete that it dissolves all doubt, all separation, and all longing.
This is the moment of total arrival, the point at which all seeking ceases because there is nothing left to seek. The mind, body, and soul align in a way that makes all past experiences seem like faint whispers of truth. The illusion of boundaries vanishes, revealing the pristine reality that has always been present—an awakening not to something new, but to what has been hidden in plain sight.
Within this instant, fulfillment is no longer an aspiration but a living force vibrating through every cell. The distinction between subject and object crumbles, and what remains is a radiant presence, an unshakable unity. The notion of a separate self fades like mist before the rising sun, and what is left is a boundless openness, an expanse where nothing is missing.
Words fail. Concepts falter. Language collapses under the weight of such an occurrence. It is neither thought nor feeling, neither sensation nor perception. It is an unnameable state where the dance of duality finally rests. It would be as elusive as the silence between heartbeats if there were a word for it. A paradox that cannot be dissected, only lived.
Reaching this pinnacle does not come from effort alone or from waiting in passive expectation. It is not a reward for discipline or devotion, yet it is freely given to those who surrender all pretense of control. It arrives not as a thunderous event but as a gentle revelation, as if the universe exhales and everything becomes clear.
And in that clarity, tears may fall—not from sorrow, nor joy, but from the sheer intensity of realization. The great mirage of the self dissolves, leaving only the recognition that there was never anything to grasp, nothing to claim, nothing to own. Just a pure, unshakable knowing that transcends all dichotomies.
Some will wonder how long it takes to arrive at such a moment. But time is irrelevant here. The moment is neither ahead nor behind—it is always now, waiting to be seen. To those who ask, “How do I reach it?” the only answer is: Stop. Be still. Listen.
Morgan O. Smith
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The human experience often feels like a journey through shifting sands, where clarity and certainty seem elusive. Yet, beneath the surface lies a profound truth—one so vast that it escapes the bounds of the intellect. This truth is the realization of divine grandeur, an unshakable awareness of the infinite essence that we are and have always been.
This grandeur is not something acquired; it is unveiled. It is the silent, unchanging awareness behind all fleeting moments of life. To recognize it is not to add something new to oneself but to peel back the illusions of limitation. Divine grandeur does not belong to a distant deity or a select few; it is the source and substance of all existence.
To fully realize this truth, one must transcend the conditioned mind, which is mired in stories of separation, lack, and striving. Every moment of suffering, every perceived obstacle, serves as an invitation to remember the wholeness that already is. Challenges dissolve in the light of this realization, not because they disappear, but because they are seen for what they truly are—manifestations of the same boundless essence.
This recognition does not negate the human experience; it enhances it. When the divine is seen in every face, every leaf, and every breath, life transforms into an expression of sacredness. There is no need to seek meaning, for meaning is inherent in all that is. This understanding is not an escape from the world but an embrace of it. It is to know that the divine is not found outside but radiates through all of existence.
Realizing divine grandeur does not require renouncing life. It requires living fully, and engaging with the world while remaining rooted in the unshakable awareness of one’s true nature. This balance, where the eternal meets the temporal, reveals a beauty beyond words.
The grandeur of the divine is not an object to be attained but the very essence of being. It is realized in stillness and silence, yet its echoes resound in every act of kindness, every expression of love, every moment of presence. When this truth is known—not as a concept but as an undeniable reality—life becomes a dance of infinite grace.
Morgan O. Smith
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When people speak about nonduality, they often weave together concepts that belong to the realm of the integral perspective. The two may seem intertwined, yet their essence is profoundly distinct. Recognizing this difference can deepen our understanding of both and expand our capacity for spiritual insight.
Nonduality points directly to the ultimate truth: the indivisibility of reality. It is the recognition that all distinctions are illusory. The subject-object split dissolves, revealing a seamless unity. It is not merely a philosophical perspective but an experiential truth—a recognition that transcends intellectual grasping. Nonduality is the realization that there is no “two,” only “one,” and even that word dissolves into silence.
Integral thinking, on the other hand, provides a comprehensive map of reality, embracing the complexity of human experience. It categorizes and contextualizes the subjective, objective, intersubjective, and interobjective dimensions of existence. Integral frameworks are invaluable for navigating personal and collective evolution, offering tools for harmonizing the many aspects of life.
The Key Distinction
Nonduality exists beyond frameworks, maps, or categories. It does not concern itself with the relative interplay of quadrants, stages, or states. Nonduality is the recognition that all such distinctions are themselves empty—useful only until their utility is seen through.
Integral thinking is rooted in relativity. It thrives on distinctions and relationships, aiming to integrate them into a cohesive understanding. It does not negate duality but works within it to foster greater awareness and wholeness. Integral thinking can support a journey toward nondual realization, but it remains distinct from the destination itself.
Why the Confusion?
The conflation arises because many seekers first encounter nonduality through conceptual frameworks, often presented in an integral context. The integral perspective’s ability to unify seemingly disparate truths can feel like a step toward nondual awareness. However, while the integral celebrates the diversity of perspectives, nonduality obliterates them, revealing a singular, indivisible presence.
The integral is a bridge; nonduality is the infinite expanse beyond the bridge. One operates within the realm of mind and relativity, while the other beckons toward the formless essence that precedes thought itself.
Moving Beyond Concepts
The beauty lies in recognizing that both have their place. Integral approaches help organize and clarify our understanding, guiding us toward greater clarity and balance in the relative world. Yet, true liberation comes when we let go of even the most exquisite maps and plunge into the direct experience of what is.
Nonduality is not something to be understood. It is what remains when all attempts at understanding fall away. To grasp this distinction is to open oneself to the ineffable—a leap that no framework can contain.
Morgan O. Smith
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The desire to see the face of God is often spoken of in spiritual traditions, symbolizing the quest to grasp the ultimate truth, touch the divine essence, and witness the Source from which all arises. Yet, many seekers find that the face of God remains elusive. This is not because God hides but because the totality of His expressions cannot be grasped by the human mind until one reaches a state of enlightenment.
What does it mean to see God’s face? Is it a literal vision, or does it represent the merging of self with the Divine? To catch a glimpse of God’s face is to touch the Infinite, even if momentarily. However, the expressions of God—the vastness of His being, the unfolding of all possibilities and manifestations—are incomprehensible to a mind still bound by duality. These expressions are ever-changing, reflecting the dynamic play of creation, destruction, and renewal. Only upon reaching enlightenment, where distinctions dissolve and all is seen as one, does the seeker begin to witness these myriad expressions in their fullness.
Until then, we stand at the threshold, experiencing occasional moments of clarity and divine presence. These glimpses pull us toward deeper understanding, but the full vision, the entire spectrum of God’s expressions, remains veiled. Enlightenment is not simply a state where we “see” more clearly; it is where the very notion of seer and seen dissolves. Only then do we realize that every expression, every nuance of the Divine face, is also our own. The act of witnessing merges into being and all of existence is recognized as the radiant outpouring of the One.
What does this mean for the seeker? The yearning to see the face of God should not be dismissed as a futile chase. It is a sacred impulse. It is the soul’s longing for its source. Yet, one must realize that enlightenment is not an end but a process of continuous unveiling. Until we become still enough, free from the limitations of ego and mind, the Divine will remain a distant and ever-moving horizon. And even upon that horizon, we will see not a singular expression but an infinite number of faces, each revealing another aspect of the cosmic dance.
In the face of God, we encounter not just creation but the unfathomable mystery behind all forms. Enlightenment is the point at which the seeking ends, not because we have seen all there is to see, but because we have become the very essence we sought.
Morgan O. Smith
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In a world populated by nearly eight billion souls, each one of us carries within the potential to encounter the ultimate truth, the absolute essence of reality that lies beyond the reach of ordinary perception. Yet, even if every individual were to experience this profound truth firsthand and attempt to articulate it through words, symbols, or metaphors, we would still find ourselves standing at the edge of an infinite abyss, gazing into a mystery that language cannot touch.
The challenge lies in the very nature of ultimate truth itself. It is not a concept that can be fully captured by thought, nor a phenomenon that can be neatly packaged into language constructs. Words are tools of the mind, shaped by dualistic thinking, and while they can point towards the truth, they inevitably fall short of embodying its essence. The absolute truth transcends all distinctions, including subject and object, observer and observed. It is a realization that obliterates the boundaries between self and other, time and timelessness, existence and non-existence.
When we attempt to speak of this truth, we find ourselves constrained by the limits of our minds. No matter how profound, each interpretation remains a reflection of the observer’s perspective—an individual prism through which the light of truth is refracted. The truth itself, however, is like pure light, beyond the colours it produces when passed through different lenses. Every articulation of truth, therefore, is not the truth itself, but a facet, a glimmer, a hint of the infinite.
The spiritual journey, then, is not about defining or grasping the ultimate truth in terms of intellectual understanding. Instead, it is about surrendering to the experience of that which cannot be defined. It is about allowing the mind to rest in the silence that follows the realization that no word, no thought, no image can ever encompass the vastness of the ultimate.
In this silence, we encounter the truth directly—not as something to be explained, but as something to be lived. It is the truth that reveals itself in the spaces between thoughts, in the stillness of the heart, and the quietude of being. It is the presence that pervades all things, yet remains unseen, the substratum of reality that gives rise to all forms and yet is untouched by them.
Ultimately, the recognition of this truth calls us to a different way of being in the world. It invites us to dwell in the mystery, to embrace the unknown, and to live from a place of deep humility and reverence for the ungraspable nature of reality. In doing so, we align ourselves with the flow of life itself, moving beyond the need to categorize or control, and instead, opening to the boundless, ineffable reality that is always here, always now.
Morgan O. Smith
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In the vast landscape of human consciousness, the concept of Ultimate Truth stands as an immutable beacon, untouched by time and the flux of subjective experience. It is not the Truth itself that intrigues me, but rather the myriad ways in which individuals interpret and express it. This divergence in interpretation is where the true beauty and complexity of human experience lie.
The pursuit of Ultimate Truth is a journey that transcends the boundaries of culture, religion, and philosophy. It calls upon us to look beyond the surface of our conditioned beliefs and to delve into the depths of our consciousness. However, this journey is often clouded by personal biases, societal influences, and the limitations of language. Each individual’s interpretation of Truth becomes a reflection of their inner landscape, shaped by their unique experiences, perceptions, and spiritual inclinations.
In questioning these interpretations, we are not seeking to undermine the sincerity of one’s spiritual journey. Rather, we are engaging in a deeper exploration of the nuances that colour our understanding of reality. It is an invitation to recognize that our interpretations, no matter how profound, are still filtered through the lens of our perception. They are, in essence, a part of the grand mosaic of human consciousness, where each piece offers a distinct yet incomplete glimpse of the Whole.
This exploration invites a profound humility and openness. It encourages us to listen to the diverse voices that speak of Truth, not as competing claims, but as different facets of a shared journey toward understanding. By embracing this diversity, we move closer to an authentic dialogue that transcends dogma and opens the door to a more inclusive and compassionate worldview.
Moreover, this inquiry into the interpretations of Truth can lead us to a deeper appreciation of the paradoxical nature of existence. As we peel back the layers of our conditioned beliefs, we find that the Ultimate Truth is not something to be grasped or owned, but rather experienced as a living, dynamic presence that defies conventional categorization. It is in this space of not knowing, of embracing the mystery, that we find the most profound revelations.
In conclusion, the questioning of interpretations is not an act of skepticism, but of reverence for the ineffable nature of Ultimate Truth. It is a reminder that the journey is ongoing and that each step along the path is a vital part of the unfolding process. By engaging in this exploration, we honour the richness of the human experience and the boundless potential for growth and transformation that lies within us all.
Morgan O. Smith
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Nothing I say will ever fully convey what transpired on December 14, 2019. As I sat in my daily meditation, an extraordinary transformation began without effort. In an instant, I was engulfed by an indescribably bright white light, a radiance comparable to a thousand suns. It was so intense it nearly blinded me. As I entered this pure illumination, I faced an ocean of pure consciousness. Gazing at this boundless expanse, I felt myself merging with it until there was no longer a distinction between me and this ocean. At that moment, I fully surrendered. I lost my sense of self as it merged with this ocean of pure consciousness. I had become consciousness itself—a moving body of perfectly still water, free from the properties of wetness.
In this state, I realized I was the Source itself. The Alpha and the Omega, the beginningless beginning and the endless end. I transcended all space and time. I was all shape and form, yet formless. I embodied everything—past, present, and future. I felt as if I were the center of a black hole and the black hole itself. I was pregnant with all possibilities: the possible, the impossible, the probable and the improbable. I was both nothing and everything. As nothing, I was the void, emptiness, Sunyata. As everything, I encompassed all existence and nonexistence.
As all existence, I was the macro and the micro, all dimensions, and all events. I was every action, every noun, and every verb. I was every person, place, and thing. I was every creature, great and small. I was everything subjective and objective. I was everything on this planet, in the solar system, galaxy, and all galaxies. I was the universe itself, including the multiverse. I was every star that ever existed and every particle of stardust. I was every drop of rain, every grain of sand, every blade of grass. I was every microscopic organism, all quantum fields, and vibrating strings. I was every human being that ever lived.
As the entire multiverse, I witnessed my birth and death for eternity, as eternity. I saw myself as every single Big Bang that ever occurred and will occur. I was both life and death, witnessing every birth, death, and rebirth not just of sentient beings, but of the universe itself. I was fully omnipresent, everywhere at once, yet nowhere. I became the everywhere, every when, and everyone. I was all matter and all energy. I was every single particle and every single wave. I was all feelings, emotions, senses, and subtle bodies. I was all peak experiences, all pleasure and pain. I was all realms and dimensions. I was both God and man, both soul and spirit. I was all bliss, consciousness, and existence. I was the entire ground of all being. I was all-knowing God itself. I was the never-born and the never-dying. I was pure manifestation itself.
All of this was experienced simultaneously, in a state of total nondual suchness. It was an experience of absolutely everything and nothing, with no distinctions, yet with all distinctions. At that moment, everything was of the same source. I experienced the beauty of all religions glorified in my name, all philosophy, all fields of knowledge. Every mystery unsolved. Every song ever written and those yet to be written. Every invention. I was the spark of every surprise. I witnessed all of history and all future events. I was infinite. I was the Self. The I Am. The I Am That. I was both Atman and Brahman. I was both the cause and the effect. Yet, I saw nothing. There was nothing to see because nothing existed outside of me. All that existed was The Self. The Absolute of The Absolute. I was eternity. I experienced everything as both diversity and singularity. I was complete. I was whole. I had nothing to lose and nothing to gain. I was free from all suffering, free from all bondage. The only thing experienced was Samsara and Moksha, both Samsara and Nirvana. I was free from my existence, yet I was existence itself. At that moment, I knew and still without a shadow of a doubt who and what I am.
As the nondual experience began to dissipate and I became aware of my physical body, I felt broken. But in a good way. My heart was bent in two as love flowed throughout every artery. All of a sudden, I felt a force from the base of my spine pushing upwards through my spinal column. It felt as if a giant python was forcing its way up my spine, activating all my nerve endings. Every vein, nerve, meridian, and nadi burst with life-force energy. This python of energy surged through my spine and exploded out of the top of my head. It felt as if trillions of lotus petals of pure light were bursting from my crown, pouring out rapidly and dissipating as they hit the ground.
My physical body went into full spasm. At that moment, I lost control of all my bodily functions, but subjectively, my body felt like it was moving like the feminine serpent and every time I moved the entire universe moved with me. And when the universe moved, I moved with it. As I moved in this fashion, I felt like my body was performing every asana and every mudra simultaneously. At that moment, it felt as if my entire body represented different aspects of the universe. As I somehow performed every pose at once, I felt like I was the entire physical universe tied in a single knot. As this single knot, I was non-local. Every single facet of my body occupied the same space. For the first time in all my years of meditative practice, I finally understood the meaning of Yoga with a capital Y. From the outside, I was having a full spasm. I was drooling from my mouth, laughing hysterically from the depths of my gut while crying tears of exceeding joy. As I lay on the ground, my body moving uncontrollably, every atom, every molecule, and every cell blossomed into the most beautiful flowers. And as they bloomed, at once, they all shouted with a loud voice in every single human tongue, “I am Brahman!”
Morgan O. Smith
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In the vast tapestry of Hindu philosophy, the concept of ‘Maya’ often emerges as an enigma, enveloping our perception of reality. But what if we were to assert that * everything*, both within and beyond our comprehension, is shrouded in Maya? How would such a revelation change our understanding of the universe and our place within it?
### The Essence of Maya
At its core, Maya is frequently understood as “illusion” or “unreality.” It’s the veil that obscures our true nature and the eternal truth of the universe. The things we perceive, the emotions we feel, and the thoughts that cloud our minds, all dance within the confines of this illusion. Maya convinces us that the temporal is eternal, that the superficial is profound, and that the ephemeral is everlasting.
### Expanding the Bounds
When we claim that everything, in and out of existence, is Maya, we’re delving deeper into an intriguing thought. This suggests that even our most profound realizations, spiritual epiphanies, and the concepts we use to grasp the ineffable are still part of the illusion. It’s not just the tangible, but the intangible; not just the known, but the unknown.
### The Paradox of Understanding
If everything is Maya, then the realization of this truth is also Maya. This presents a paradox: how can one truly transcend the illusion when the very tools and insights we use are part of the illusion itself? This enigmatic thought prompts us to question the very nature of enlightenment and the path to transcendence.
### Embracing the Illusion
Rather than feeling disheartened by the all-encompassing nature of Maya, one can instead embrace it as a transformative understanding. Recognizing that even our loftiest thoughts are touched by Maya can lead to a profound humility. It’s a call to constant introspection, a reminder that there’s always a deeper layer of understanding awaiting us.
### Beyond the Beyond
Perhaps, beyond the layers of Maya, there’s a state of pure consciousness, untouched and unblemished. It’s a state where distinctions fade, where the observer and the observed merge into one. While our journey is fraught with illusions, every step, every realization, brings us closer to this ultimate truth.
In conclusion, the assertion that everything is Maya isn’t a nihilistic statement but a profound recognition of the intricacies of existence. It invites us to look beyond the apparent, challenge our convictions, and seek a deeper, more encompassing truth. It’s a call to journey inward, where the real voyage begins.
Morgan O. Smith
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Imagine, for a moment, immersing yourself into an immeasurable realm of complete egolessness, a profound plunge into the depths of an eternal abyss that, paradoxically, awakens you to the highest pinnacle of existential understanding. It’s a journey toward the Monistically Absolute – an awakening to the Ultimate Truth where you comprehend an uncanny Total Singularity that scoffs at the confinements of quantifiable laws.
At the crux of this unfathomable awareness, you realize a truth so deep, it pierces the veil between the subjective and the objective. This is the domain where the intangible and tangible lose their distinctions, where The One that is Nothing becomes the full embodiment of Everything, actualized and present. It is a formless form encapsulating all of existence, flourishing within, around, and beyond the contours of its existence. It is a sphere of limitless awareness, an unbroken stream of consciousness that’s perpetually alert of its Totality. A No-Self that is paradoxically the True Self, a staggering enigma that transcends all earthly dialectics.
In this grand unveiling, God is no longer a figment of belief, a notion, or an intellectual construct. Instead, God morphs into an undeniable Knowing, an indelible Truth that shuns falsehood. It’s a profound Love that transcends expression and becomes the very essence of all that Is. The intimacy of this event is beyond temporal boundaries; it engulfs every moment of existence, a timeless experience that allows The One to be conscious of its simultaneous manifestation as All Things. It’s the silent observer, the omnipresent witness of the past, present, and future, all intertwined within the continuum of the eternal Now.
As you dwell deeper into this mysterious reality, the sensation of this something, this profoundly intuitive phenomenon, penetrates your very core. It is a transformative event, an encounter where you, the seeker, tap into the pulsating heart of the universe, the underpinning reality that blankets all forms of Being. This is an experience of a Paradoxical Presence that stretches beyond all measurable scopes. It leaves the experiencer in a state of rapturous awe, a sublime ecstasy so profound it overshadows any state considered sublime. It is an unbounded experience that cannot be confined by mortal limitations, it’s a boundlessness that transcends all known bounds.
For in this divine encounter, what once was restricted by the mortal mind finds liberation in an outpouring of boundless stillness, an ecstatic dance of Absolute Pure Essence. It is an experience that echoes within the realm of the ineffable, shattering all illusions, tearing away the cloaks of misconceptions, and inviting one to taste the nectar of the Monistically Absolute. It’s a realm where contradictions dissolve, boundaries disappear, and all that remains is the unending dance of absolute existence, consciousness, and bliss.
The realm of the Monistically Absolute is an invite to all seekers, a call to transcend earthly illusions and merge with the infinite truth. It’s a realm that unfolds before us when we are ready to let go of all we think we know and open ourselves to the enigmatic beauty of the universe. It’s a journey of self-discovery and cosmic understanding, an odyssey that has the potential to redefine our perspectives and transform our realities. Will you heed the call?
Morgan O. Smith
Yinnergy Meditation & My Book, Bodhi in the Brain…Available Now!
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