458. David Thomas - a podcast by Rick Archer

David Thomas is a self-realization teacher, speaker, and writer living in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Through self-inquiry and deep meditation, he has gained a deeper understanding of the true inner-self and liberation. He seeks to guide individuals in their pursuit of their true nature through his writing, speaking, and personal coaching.

David’s teachings are from his own personal experiences and he shares his insights through videos, quotes, and poems. His works are created to help uplift and heal those who seek release from their constant pain and suffering caused by mental bondage. He speaks from his personal experience of having being lost in ignorance, then finding the truth within, and experiencing nirvikalpa samadhi. One conversation with him truly has the power to transform the way you see and experience life. The love and wisdom he often radiates is a blessing to all seekers of truth.YouTube Channel
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Interview recorded June 9, 2018Video and audio below. Audio also available as a Podcast.


Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump
00:05:58 - Witnessing a Miracle00:10:31 - Near-death experience and spiritual awakening
00:16:19 - The Gift of Reading Energy00:22:09 - The Reality of Poverty and Intellect
00:26:49 - The Madness of Self-Obsession00:30:56 - The Reality of Boot Camp and Conditioning
00:35:32 - Disconnecting Your Humanity00:40:41 - The Manipulation of Ranks and Power Gangs
00:45:56 - The Majesty of the Ocean and the Limitlessness of the Stars00:50:29 - The Dark Path of Depression and Suicidal Thoughts
00:55:29 - The Experience of Near-Death00:59:19 - The Profound Experience of Near-Death
01:04:03 - Self-Realization: Cutting Through Reality01:08:16 - The Essence of Self-Realization
01:13:06 - Discovering Pure Awareness01:16:20 - Realizing the Oneness
01:20:09 - The Journey to Oneness and Noneness01:25:28 - The Liberating Power of the Absolute
01:29:47 - The Power of Enlightenment01:34:40 - Being Love
01:38:04 - The Dark Side of Awakening and Enlightenment01:42:27 - Connecting the Dots
01:46:43 - The Concept of God01:50:37 - Gratitude for the Beauty of the World
01:53:58- Follow Your Goal and Trust in God's Provision
01:57:36 - Resting in Awareness02:02:04 - The Language Barrier in Awakening
02:06:42 - The Importance of a Spiritual Community, Connected Electronically02:11:29 - The Search for Inner Happiness
02:15:25 - Contact Information and Concluding Remarks

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