{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65aeff0ab5f0e200172e6f36/66504270251d82001291636c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Exploring Nondual Shaiva Tantra: Interview by Michael Taft","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65aeff0ab5f0e200172e6f36/1716535892031-ce2a83f62d73f578f566130650ebfcaa.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode, recorded in March 2023 for the <a href=\"https://deconstructingyourself.com/deconstructing-yourself-podcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">&nbsp;Deconstructing Yourself</a> podcast hosted by Michael Taft, we look at the similarities and differences between Tantrik Shaivism, Tantrik Buddhism, and Vedanta. Alongside Michael - spiritual teacher, bestselling author of \"<a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Geek-Secular-Meditation-Skeptics/dp/0692475389/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Mindful Geek</a>\" and co-founder of <a href=\"https://berkeleyalembic.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">&nbsp;The Alembic</a>&nbsp;in Berkeley - we debunk a few myths and misconceptions about these spiritual paths. The discussion then leads us to some of the most unique and key teachings of non-dual tantra, such as the concepts of 'fullness of emptiness' and beneficial possession, comparing them to other prevalent spiritual philosophies from India.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Discover a treasure trove of guided meditations, teachings, and courses at <a href=\"https://www.tantrailluminated.org/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">tantrailluminated.org</a>.</p>","author_name":"Christopher Hareesh Wallis"}