The DARK SIDE of Spiritual AWAKENING in the Himalayas! FEAR, EGO, and DEATH! | Adam Schomer

Continue your journey with FREE Next Level Soul Masterclasses exploring near-death experiences, channeling, consciousness, healing, manifestation, meditation, and more. Start here: https://nextlevelsoul.com/free-courses --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- All links to today's guest's books and official site - click below: 👉 http://www.nextlevelsoul.com/538 --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- On today’s episode, we welcome Adam Schomer, a filmmaker and seeker of spiritual truth whose journeys into the heart of the Himalayas on a motorcycle defy both logic and fear. Adam’s tale is one of daring exploration, not just across treacherous mountain roads, but deep into the soul’s yearning for meaning and transcendence. Imagine standing at 12,000 feet amidst the majestic expanse of the Himalayas, with the stars overhead illuminating the timelessness of the moment. Adam’s journey began with a simple, yet profound question: "What would it mean to fully surrender to the unknown?" Guided by his guru, Anand Mehrotra, Adam embarked on a motorcycle pilgrimage that not only tested his physical limits but unraveled layers of ego and fear. As Adam puts it, “You can’t take on the Himalayas with your ego; it has to break down.” This wasn’t just an adventure; it was a spiritual gauntlet. For Adam, riding motorcycles in the Himalayas with no prior experience symbolized the ultimate act of letting go. The roads were more suggestion than structure—mud, loose rocks, and sheer drops into the abyss below. Early on, fear gripped him as he anticipated every misstep and imagined the worst. Yet, with Anand’s wisdom echoing in his mind, Adam leaned into faith: “Have more love than fear.” The trip was not without its dangers. Accidents and near-misses forced the group to confront mortality head-on. Adam recalled a pivotal moment, riding in complete darkness, blinded by oncoming headlights, where he thought, “This might be it. Do I want to die clinging to fear?” That realization shifted something fundamental within him. It was a choice to embrace the moment, however precarious, and trust the journey. Throughout the journey, Adam witnessed the unraveling of others in his group as their egos clashed with the relentless challenges of the road. Anand’s teachings, though simple, were transformative: "This isn’t about yoga mats and peace. This is about transcending.” The Himalayas, with their raw beauty and ancient mystique, seemed to amplify these lessons, inviting all who dared to climb into a deeper relationship with themselves. Please enjoy my conversation with Adam Schomer. Timecodes: 0:00 - Episode Teaser 02:06 - How did Adam meet his guru? 04:26 - What is a modern guru-student bond? 07:59 - Is Yoda like a guru? 13:03 - What is the “pile of dead bodies” pass? 17:18 - How did Adam overcome fear? 22:05 - Why isn’t transcendence easy? 34:40 - Are the Himalayas tools for enlightenment? 41:58 - How does Buddhism shape the Himalayas? 45:09 - Did Adam meet Babaji? 50:25 - Why do we love superheroes? 53:19 - Can responsibility create power? 58:15 - Why do we treasure collectibles? --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- Subscribe to NLS Podcast: 👉    / @nextlevelsoul   Subscribe to NLS Clip: 👉    / @nextlevelsoulclips   Next Level Soul is Now Available in Spanish, German, French, & Many More! Click Here and Choose Your Language 👉 https://nextlevelsoul.com/world Join the movement to elevate consciousness and share these profound teachings globally: 👉 https://www.nextlevelsoul.tv --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Next Level Soul, its subsidiaries, or any entities they represent. --------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- -------------------- --------------- 🌟 Listen to the podcast: Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://nextlevelsoul.com/apple Spotify ➡️ https://nextlevelsoul.com/spotify 🚫 Re-uploads or ANY use of our content is prohibited. #nextlevelsoul #podcast #spiritualawakening #awakening #spirituality #spiritualjourney #babaji #guru #story