Ep 68 ~ Finding Freedom in Troubled Times, with Tina Rasmussen

In this grounded and compassionate conversation, Dr. Tina Rasmussen reflects on the nature of awakening in the midst of difficulty — personal, collective, and existential. Speaking from decades of lived inquiry and realization, she points toward a freedom that does not depend on circumstances being resolved, but emerges through honesty, deep presence, and allowing in relation to one’s own experience. Additionally, Tina and Hareesh clarify 'purification' on the spiritual path as a process of clearing obstacles - not moral judgment or an antidote for supposed impurity. They focus on the four key categories of heart, mind, view, and identity, framing purification of these as liberation into presence. Heart practices soften resistance to suffering, while mind purification quiets compulsive thoughts, revealing deeper insight. Precision in this practice is key, like proper form in exercise. The dialogue touches on fear, grief, resilience, and the quiet strength of resting as awareness itself. This episode invites a slower listening, revealing how freedom can be discovered wherever we are, even in troubled times. Tina Rasmussen’s Luminous Mind Sangha fosters awakening and its embodiment in worldly life through the application of authentic, rigorous Buddhist and modern practices. https://luminousmindsangha.com/ ~~~~~~~ Study Online Explore over 1000 hours of Classical Tantra teachings on Tantra Illuminated Online, including guided meditations, retreats, Sanskrit and mantra recitation practices, and asana classes ► https://www.tantrailluminated.org/sub... ~~~~~~~ Practise & Learn in Community Deepen your practice by joining Christopher at workshops and retreats, available both in-person and online ► https://www.tantrailluminated.org/cal... ~~~~~~~ Read Christopher’s Books Discover the newly released 'Near Enemies of the Truth' ► https://amzn.to/4aeoj4L Alongside the foundational 'Tantra Illuminated' ► https://amzn.to/3TDawzg And 'The Recognition Sutras' ► https://amzn.to/43ipfmw ~~~~~~~ Stay Connected Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about upcoming events, pilgrimages, and newly released courses ► https://www.tantrailluminated.org/soc... ~~~~~~~ Explore the Blog Over 150 free articles offering comprehensive translations and insightful explanations of Tantrik scriptures and teachings ► https://hareesh.org/blogpage Engage with a global community passionate about non-duality, the nature of reality, and liberation at ► https://www.tantrailluminated.org/ #yoga #nonduality #awakening #liberation #natureofreality #buddhism #buddhistmeditation #sanskrit #consciousness #awareness #spirituality #meditation #guidedmeditation #tantra #embodiment #classicaltantra