I Found The Most Extreme Path to Enlightenment

What does it mean to become a living Buddha? Dakota explores the legend of Japanese monk Tetsumonkai, the mystery of sokushinbutsu, and awakening to our own Buddha nature. In this episode, Dakota explores: Becoming a living Buddha via mummification The legend of Japanese monk Tetsumonkai The immortal diet of sokushinbutsu Dakota’s mountain journey to see the living Buddha-body of Tetsu Monkai Transcending the body and seeing our own Buddha nature Waking up from the habitual entropy that we are all lost in “I sit there under Tetsumonkai. I got to sit there and look at his mummy body, his sokushinbutsu, his living Buddha-body. I had a deep realization—I saw in that moment that the meaning of Tetsumonkai is that there is no Tetsumonkai. Becoming the immortal Buddha is to transcend the body, to die within the body, to realize the truth while you are in the body. When you look at Tetsu Monkai, you’re looking at your own Buddha nature.” —Dakota Wint ================ Subscribe today so you don't miss a single video podcast from Be Here Now Network:    / @beherenownetwork   You can catch more of your favorite shows like Krishna Das's Pilgrim Heart Podcast, Sharon Salzberg's Metta Hour Podcast and the Mindrolling Podcast with Raghu Markus over on our sub-channel, Be Here Now Podcast Network 2:    / @bhnnpodcasts2   ================ Be Here Now Network Podcasts, Courses, and Articles to help you live a Life in Balance. Heart-Centered wisdom from Ram Dass, Jack Kornfield, Sharon Salzberg, Krishna Das + many more! Be Here Now Network delivers weekly insights into mindfulness, self-discovery, and Eastern philosophy through engaging podcasts, articles, and videos featuring renowned spiritual teachers. Inspired by Ram Dass' timeless wisdom, our platform serves as a guiding light for seekers on their path to greater awareness and inner peace. Whether you're exploring meditation, conscious living, or spiritual growth, our top-rated mindfulness podcasts provide thought-provoking discussions and practical wisdom. We believe that by transforming our own hearts, we can create a ripple effect of compassion and presence—one heart at a time. Start your journey today and deepen your connection to mindfulness with Be Here Now Network.