412. James Wood

 James Wood works with groups and individuals to discover the fundamental Reality of our essential nature. Having awakened in 2002 after years of study, he began to express a spontaneous teaching whose form continues to evolve. His message is that awakening is possible for anyone committed to finding Truth. Originally, James studied philosophy at the University of Texas at Austin and transformational studies with Richard Moss, M.D. He has combined his education and experience to express a modern, integrated vehicle for others to use as a means of growth in consciousness leading to awakening. He is dedicated to communicating the essence of the true Teaching to those who are ready to receive it. Book: Ten Paths to Freedom: Awakening Made Simple Website: jameswoodteachings.com Discussion of this in interview in the BatGap Community Facebook group. Summary and Transcript of this interview YouTube Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Buddha at the Gas Pump 00:06:12 - The Illusion of Self and World 00:11:25 - Embracing the Reality of Suffering 00:16:53 - The Dharmakaya, Nirmanakaya, and Sambhogakaya 00:21:53 - Hiding out in the transcendent 00:25:55 - Growth in Consciousness and Working with a True Teacher 00:30:15 - Being Careful with Teachers 00:34:41 - Finding balance and authenticity 00:38:54 - Awakening and Clarity 00:43:06 - The Mystery of Awakening and Realization 00:47:24 - Richard's Journey with Energy and Healing 00:51:23 - Awakening and Maintaining Physiological Purity 00:55:14 - The Source of Happiness 00:59:36 - The Zen Monk's Enlightenment Experience 01:03:53 - The Power of Oceanic Consciousness 01:07:53 - The Importance of Honesty 01:11:58 - The Reflection of Ego 01:15:47 - Following Intuition and Being Honest 01:19:55 - The Role of Study and Instruction 01:23:56 - The Inner Teacher and Awakening 01:28:03 - Embracing the Journey 01:32:01 - The Paradox of Doership and Non-Doership 01:35:42 - The Attitude of a Beginner 01:39:42 - The Nature of Awakening and Behavior 01:44:10 - Awakening and the Purpose of Existence 01:48:16 - The Complexity of Human Actions 01:52:23 - Spirituality as an Alibi 01:56:14 - Contrasting Perspectives on the Body 02:00:22 - Devotion and the End of the Nightmare 02:04:34 - Ego Death and Faith 02:08:42 - Signing up for Interview Notifications Save Save