Unconditional Kindness with Swami Nityananda
When we are kind to ourselves, we are more able to extend kindness to others. But the Dalai Lama talks about how at the end of the day, he's tired, and he can get cranky. If that’s true for the Dalai Lama, it allows us to have a sense of graciousness and patience with ourselves. This is how we offer unconditional kindness to the world, it starts by offering it to ourselves first.
In today's episode, join Matt as he interviews Swami Nityananda, a devoted spiritual teacher at the Awake Yoga Meditation community. Her teachings invite people to explore their innate capacity for love, wisdom, joy, harmony, and kindness – prompting people to ask, "How may I be of service?" Today's show unravels the power of unconditional love and kindness, revealing how all of us can triumph even in challenging times.
Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:
What is a natural expression of our spiritual energy?
The concept of equipoise
The story of the mother who donated her son's heart
Choose love first, or choose love second.
Self-awareness and the ability to self-correct
Focus on the light that is present everywhere
How every human is connected to their own energy
[02:40] Discovering Your Unique Awakeness: Embracing Joy, Curiosity, and Dedication
Within you, lies a profound joy intertwined with an insatiable curiosity and an unwavering dedication to exploring spiritual questions. This innate awakening is the natural expression of your vibrant spirit. As each listener embarks on their journey, a fundamental question emerges - what form does this joy, curiosity, wonder, and creative life energy take for each of us individually? Like beautiful fingerprints, we possess a unique identity, but beneath it all, there lies a signature energy that defines our awakeness. Embrace the exploration of your own authentic expression.
[15:39] Choosing Love First, Or Choosing Love Second
Every human has the ability to choose love and kindness or just step out of the stream. If we do step out of the stream, just choose to step back again. The Dalai Lama talks about how at the end of the day he's tired and not his best self. This allows ordinary humans to have a sense of humor, graciousness, and patience. By cultivating these qualities within, we become more capable of extending the same graciousness and patience to those we encounter on our journey.
[30:05] Harnessing the Power of Light and Love: Connecting to our Inner Divine Awareness
In moments of anger, frustration, or disconnection, it's crucial to tap into the energy of light and pure love. This divine energy of righteousness, truth, justice, and clarity resides within each of us. By embracing this awareness, we can transcend doubt and live from a place of pure potentiality. So, whenever you encounter injustice or observe feelings of separation, channel the energy of light and love to align with your truest self and radiate your unique essence to the world.
Notable quotes:
[18:32] When we're gracious & patient with ourselves, we're more able to extend graciousness & patience to others. [18:40]
[30:05] If you do experience that feeling of anger or feeling of frustration, or a feeling of disconnect… connect with the energy of light. Connect with the energy of pure love. [30:25]
Resources Mentioned:
https://awakeyogameditation.org
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About the Guest
Swami Nityananda's mission is to guide people towards living a life filled with joy and freedom. Her teachings focus on helping listeners connect with the essence of love, wisdom, joy, harmony, and kindness. She embodies selflessness and constantly strives to be of service to others.
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