
Prose
ESSAYS THAT EXPLORE MEDITATION, BUDDHISM, AND PLANT MEDICINES
Quite early in my spiritual journey, I had the good fortune to become initiated into the path of Kashmir Shaivism, an expression of Nondual Shaiva Shakta Tantra from Northern India. Shakta Tantra opened me to the potency of contemplative practice not only as a science of the mind, but as a form of aesthetic appreciation.
Sahaja Soma explores the intersection of meditation and psychedelics. Learn more how we strive to support people on their journey to further awakening.
This blog post explores the balance between masculine and feminine aspects of our experience which ultimately allows us to wake up in this reality.
Awakening is the movement of consciousness becoming conscious of itself. This article examines the path to awakening as described by Dzogchen, Mahamudra, and Shaiva Shakta Tantra and the role that plant medicines can play in it all.
The Kingdom of Heaven arises when the mind ceases to turn outwards towards impermanent objects and turns inwards to rest in its own place. So ask yourself, what if the Kingdom of Heaven is always and already here and now, if only I had eyes to see it?
This article discusses how Tantra offers an alternative to traditional paths to awakening that better balances archetypal masculine and feminine ideals.
Samsara is the wheel of desire that keeps us spinning in an endless state of wandering. Only when we become exhausted can the mind finally stop searching for happiness in external appearances and turn inward to rest in its own place.
Poetry
POETRY DEDICATED TO MYTH, MYTHOLOGY, AND CONTEMPLATATIVE PRACTICES
Podcasts
PODCAST EPISODES THAT EXPLORE PLANT MEDICINE, MEDITATION, AND CONSCIOUSNESS
In my second conversation with Amaranatho, we talk about how to bring mindfulness more meaningfully into our lives and, specifically, our relationships.
In this episode with Amaranatho, we discuss how to interpret the profound wisdom teachings of Theravada Buddhism (a monastic tradition) to those of us living life as a “householders,” in the modern world.
I sat down with the co-founder of Bangkok based Paleo Robbie, a company that provides high quality wild caught fish and pasture raised meats, along with a host of other delicious and nutritious products. For those based in Bangkok they also offer a meal plan service.
This is the second half of my conversation on Chinese Herbalism with Roger Drummer. Roger is the founder of Herb Works and the man who formulated its various, exceptional products, such as Tian Chi and Inner Peace.
This is the first of a two part conversation on Chinese Herbalism with Roger Drummer. Roger is the founder of Herb Works and the man who formulated its various, exceptional products, such as Tian Chi and Inner Peace.
In my fourth and final conversation with acupuncturist Ben Elan we learn about the differences between Classical Chinese Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
In my third conversation with Ben Elan, Ben gives us a glimpse into two foundational pieces of Daoism and Classical Chinese Medicine: the concepts of Yin Yang & 5 Element Theory.
In the second conversation in our series on Ancient Chinese Medicine with acupuncturist Ben Elan, we cover the fundamental differences between Chinese & Western Medicine.

The essence of Tantric sadhana, or yogic practice, is refinement of the body-mind. This article explores the myth of The Churning of the Milky Ocean and how it’s a metaphor for how yoga can allow us to lead a happier and more meaningful life.