The Abdi Assadi Podcast

This lecture was recorded on January 12, 2014, at The Shala Yoga House in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, we discuss dealing with loss. “Invest in loss” was a term the late Cheng Man-ch'ing used to describe the benefits of surrender as a learning tool when practicing the art of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. Ego softening can come out of loss if it is approached from this perspective, which is outside of our normal reactive self.www.AbdiAssadi.com

This podcast episode was recorded in Upstate New York during a beautiful rainstorm. It starts out as a torrential downpour, but quiets to a soothing shower in the background.In keeping with the spirit of the last several episodes, use the sounds of nature to connect with your Self. Allow consciousness to expand beyond the hypnotic identification with the bodymind.www.AbdiAssadi.com

The theme of this podcast episode centers around the title: how to make friends with ourselves and step out of our egocentric prisons. Common issues around rapid awakening are also discussed.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, we discuss observations on the nature of souls and personalities, the concept of awakening, leaving the body instead of being embodied, relationships, how to stay centered in the midst of chaos, and the importance of self-care in times of rapid growth.This episode was recorded in Upstate New York on June 23, 2013.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, the main topic of discussion is our idealized self-image and our profound suffering around its unconscious service.This lecture and Q&A session was recorded on February 18, 2013, at Norma Kamali's Wellness Cafe in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, Tanja Andrejasic Wechsler and Abdi discuss the state of modern society and its effects on our consciousness. Specifically, the roles of advertising and media in informing our relationship to Self are examined. Our relationship to the divine feminine as well as the state of education and food is also discussed.This episode was recorded on February 11, 2013, in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, Tanja Andrejasic Wechsler and Abdi discuss the state of modern society and its effects on our consciousness. Specifically, the roles of culture, commercialism, and media in informing our relationship to Self are examined.This episode was recorded on January 7, 2013, in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, Barry Fleming and Abdi discuss ritual and ceremony, sacred space, shamanism, dealing with fear, dreams, and sacred medicines. The use of these tools and their ability to help connect us with Self or potentially deepen disconnection under the guise of connection is also discussed.This episode was recorded on November 19, 2012, in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, Barry Fleming and Abdi discuss ritual and ceremony, setting intentions, shamanism, sacred space as well as the use of sacred medicines. The use of these tools and their ability to help connect us with Self or potentially deepen disconnection under the guise of connection is also discussed.This episode was recorded on September 26, 2012, in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, Tommy Smith interviews Abdi. They cover topics ranging from violence, racism, art, sexuality, relationships, and the need to be in relationship with our Self.This episode was recorded on August 27, 2012, in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, Graham Brennan interviews Abdi. They cover a wide array of topics including the present state of affairs and the fear it can bring up in relationships, caretaking, and vulnerability as spiritual practice.This episode was recorded on June 26, 2012, in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

In this podcast episode, Poppy de Villenueve interviews Abdi.This episode was recorded on April 23, 2012, in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

This lecture and Q&A session was recorded on February 6, 2012, at The Shala Yoga House in NYC.www.AbdiAssadi.com

For many seekers, the spiritual path is considered to be a movement toward “the light” and does not include the equally important process of delving into, identifying, and integrating repressed aspects of our psyche (the shadow). In this podcast series, we will explore this often overlooked aspect of spiritual work and examine how we often fool ourselves using spirituality to hide our shadow from ourselves and others, rather than honestly facing ourselves. Through lecture, experiential exercises, group discussion, Q&A sessions, and four guided meditations, we will examine some of the common masks we use to hide our shadow side and ways we can begin to productively integrate these aspects of our psyches.This workshop was recorded on October 30, 2011, at New York Open Center in NYC.The audio quality reflects the raw and unedited nature of the content, and has been minimally processed.www.AbdiAssadi.com

For many seekers, the spiritual path is considered to be a movement toward “the light” and does not include the equally important process of delving into, identifying, and integrating repressed aspects of our psyche (the shadow). In this podcast series, we will explore this often overlooked aspect of spiritual work and examine how we often fool ourselves using spirituality to hide our shadow from ourselves and others, rather than honestly facing ourselves. Through lecture, experiential exercises, group discussion, Q&A sessions, and four guided meditations, we will examine some of the common masks we use to hide our shadow side and ways we can begin to productively integrate these aspects of our psyches.This workshop was recorded on October 30, 2011, at New York Open Center in NYC.The audio quality reflects the raw and unedited nature of the content, and has been minimally processed.www.AbdiAssadi.com

For many seekers, the spiritual path is considered to be a movement toward “the light” and does not include the equally important process of delving into, identifying, and integrating repressed aspects of our psyche (the shadow). In this podcast series, we will explore this often overlooked aspect of spiritual work and examine how we often fool ourselves using spirituality to hide our shadow from ourselves and others, rather than honestly facing ourselves. Through lecture, experiential exercises, group discussion, Q&A sessions, and four guided meditations, we will examine some of the common masks we use to hide our shadow side and ways we can begin to productively integrate these aspects of our psyches.This workshop was recorded on October 30, 2011, at New York Open Center in NYC.The audio quality reflects the raw and unedited nature of the content, and has been minimally processed.www.AbdiAssadi.com

For many seekers, the spiritual path is considered to be a movement toward “the light” and does not include the equally important process of delving into, identifying, and integrating repressed aspects of our psyche (the shadow). In this podcast series, we will explore this often overlooked aspect of spiritual work and examine how we often fool ourselves using spirituality to hide our shadow from ourselves and others, rather than honestly facing ourselves. Through lecture, experiential exercises, group discussion, Q&A sessions, and four guided meditations, we will examine some of the common masks we use to hide our shadow side and ways we can begin to productively integrate these aspects of our psyches.This workshop was recorded on October 30, 2011, at New York Open Center in NYC.The audio quality reflects the raw and unedited nature of the content, and has been minimally processed.www.AbdiAssadi.com

For many seekers, the spiritual path is considered to be a movement toward “the light” and does not include the equally important process of delving into, identifying, and integrating repressed aspects of our psyche (the shadow). In this podcast series, we will explore this often overlooked aspect of spiritual work and examine how we often fool ourselves using spirituality to hide our shadow from ourselves and others, rather than honestly facing ourselves. Through lecture, experiential exercises, group discussion, Q&A sessions, and four guided meditations, we will examine some of the common masks we use to hide our shadow side and ways we can begin to productively integrate these aspects of our psyches.This workshop was recorded on October 30, 2011, at New York Open Center in NYC.The audio quality reflects the raw and unedited nature of the content, and has been minimally processed.www.AbdiAssadi.com

This workshop was recorded on August 8, 2010, at Omega in Rhinebeck, NY.This is the third day of a three-day workshop.www.AbdiAssadi.com