On this special episode, Jim coaches Kirsten in implementing the Lectio practice that he has been teaching from Guigo II's work on The Ladder of Monks.
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Turning to the Mystics is a podcast by the Center for Action and Contemplation. To learn more about Jim, visit jamesfinley.org
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Dec 2021
Guigo II: Listener Questions
In this episode, Jim and Kirsten answer questions that were submitted by the listeners during the airing of the 4th season around Guigo II, The Ladder of Monks, and how that informs spiritual practice. Resources: Turning to the Mystics is a podcast by the Center for Action and Co ... Show More
1h 8m
Mar 2022
Turning to The Cloud of Unknowing
Welcome to Season 5 of Turning to the Mystics. In this episode, Kirsten Oates and James Finley are turning to the anonymous mystical text, The Cloud of Unknowing. Throughout this season, we will work with the text and explore the foundations of contemplation practice. Resources: ... Show More
48m 21s
Apr 2021
Three love stories, by Rohan Gunatillake
<p>Love sneaks up on us. It’s a sudden awakening from the mundane. It’s divinity in the everyday. In this special episode, Rohan shares a trio of stories about his love, Lucy. The childlike purity and sweeping hold of love will wash over you in this intimate listening experience ... Show More
15m 42s
Feb 2025
Krishnamurti on Grief and Loss
<p>‘When there is grief, we try every form of escape, but it is always there. Apparently, humanity has not resolved grief.’</p>
<p>This episode on Grief and Loss has four sections.</p>
<p>The first extract (2:35) is from Krishnamurti’s first talk in Amsterdam 1981, and is titled: ... Show More
1h 7m
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