210. Miranda Macpherson - a podcast by Rick Archer

Miranda Macpherson is a spiritual teacher, counselor, and author of'Boundless love'. Known for her depth of presence and refined capacity as a guide into direct experience of the sacred, Miranda teaches and transmits a powerful synthesis of self-inquiry, depth psychology, devotion, and meditation. Inspired by Ramana Maharshi, A Course in Miracles, and extensive study into the world's wisdom traditions, Miranda has over twenty years of teaching experience internationally. In 1996 she founded the groundbreaking'Interfaith Foundation'in London, and during her 10 years as spiritual director, she trained and ordained over 600 ministers and spiritual counselors. She is now based in the San Fransisco Bay Area, and leads retreats and ongoing programs internationally for those wanting to substantially deepen their practice. Miranda offers an integrated and feminine approach to non-dual realization oriented at facilitating direct spiritual experience while providing a practical foundation for authentic transformation. Her clarity and love offer a deep holding in which to rest undefended in the present, taste deeper levels of consciousness and discover how to embody wisdom in daily life.

Books:The Way of Grace - The Transforming Power of Ego Relaxation (Book)
Boundless Love: Transforming Your Life with Grace and InspirationCDs:

The Way of Grace - The Transforming Power of Ego Relaxation (CD)Meditations on Boundless Love'The Heart of Being'- Mantra CD'Awakening the Soul'- Meditation CD

Website: http://mirandamacpherson.comSecond BatGap interview with Miranda.
Miranda in SAND Panel Discussion on Sexual Misconduct, Money, Power, Trauma&Ethics in Spiritual Communities

Discussion of this interview in the BatGap Community Facebook Group.Interview recorded 12/21/2013

Transcript of this interview.Video and audio below. Audio also available as a Podcast.


YouTube Video Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Miranda Macpherson
00:03:04 - The Presence of God and Confusion with Religion00:05:53 - Awakening to Boundless Love
00:09:03 - Formative Awakening and Spiritual Evolution00:11:42 - The Interaction of the Soul with the Universe
00:14:43 - Soulful Spiritual Development and Healing Wounds00:17:40 - Serving the Unchurched People
00:20:28 - An Encounter with Ramana Maharshi00:24:12 - The Process of Integration and Identity Transformation
00:27:10 - Standing on the Edge of the Void00:29:37 - Integration and Cultivating Trust
00:32:39 - Trusting the Beneficent Force00:35:32 - Awakening in the Midst of Everyday Life
00:38:29 - The Elements of Devotion and Embodiment Practices00:41:17 - Cultivating the Virtues
00:44:23 - The Power of Curiosity and Open-Mindedness00:47:23 - Non-attack and the Ego
00:50:13 - Disengaging from the Ego00:52:51 - The Ego as a Form of Thievery and Compassion
00:55:28 - The Relationship between Ultimate Reality and the Relative00:57:57 - The Fullness and Diversity of Experience
01:00:21 - Walking with Great Suffering01:03:19 - Genuine Spiritual Practice and Personal Choice
01:05:59 - The Importance of Spiritual Practice01:08:28 - Gentle Effort and Mantras as a Way of Being
01:11:03 - Awareness during sleep and expanded perception01:13:25 - Nectar-like Experiences in the Wilderness and the Presence of Deities
01:16:13 - A Nuanced Understanding of Possibilities01:18:56 - Connections and Collaborations
01:21:14 - Building a Strong Foundation for Realization01:23:45 - Where to Find More Content

Further episodes of Buddha at the Gas Pump

Further podcasts by Rick Archer

Website of Rick Archer