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Near Death Experience- Anita Moorjani

In her book, about her near death experience, ‘Dying to be Myself’, Anita Moorjani’s NDE describes non-duality as a state of “oneness” where the illusion of separation dissolves, revealing that all is interconnected as pure love. She experienced herself as being everything and everyone, free from the limitations of a physical body or ego, realizing that fear creates the false sense of “us vs. them”.

Key aspects of her NDE experience included:

Expansion of Consciousness: Without a physical body, she felt her consciousness expanding, allowing her to be anywhere and everywhere simultaneously.
No “Other Side”: She realized there is no separation between the “other side” and physical life, suggesting that separation is an illusion created by the mind.
Pure Love as Essence: She understood that at the core, everyone is “pure love,” and that living in fear is the only separation.
The Mind Creates Duality: She perceived that the ego and the mind are responsible for the illusion of disconnection from “all that is”.
The State of “Allowing”: She describes non-duality as a state of “allowing” or being free from judgment, where one is simply in the moment.
Freedom from Fear: The experience showed her that we do not need to fear, but rather trust, and that her life could change just by realizing her own magnificence.

Moorjani’s NDE, very similar to other person’s recorded NDEs, taught her that we are already one with the universe, and we are not separate from the Divine. ‘In the deepest stillness of my NDE, I felt it—everything, everything, is made of love. Not the kind of love we often try to earn or measure… but pure, infinite, unconditional love. Even what we label as “dark” or “negative” holds its place in that sacred spectrum.’ In other words, you are not separate from it. You are it.

Her fascinating and researched story and experience have inspired many to transform their life by living more authentically, discovering their greatest passions, transcending their deepest fears, and living from a place of pure joy. They report feel energized as Anita explains such mind-expanding concepts as timelessness, non-duality and simultaneous realities; in such simplified terms that everyone can understand. In fact, anyone may experience many “A-Ha!” moments as she explains how by merely understanding and becoming aware of these concepts and adopting an “inside out” view of the world, one can radically alter your own reality.

FYI, According to Dr. Jeffrey Long, MDA, careful, evidence-aligned conclusion is that NDEs are real experiences with recognizable recurring features that can be studied with validated measures and rigorous prospective designs. NDEs are not explainable as dreams, hallucinations, medication effects, or oxygen deprivation. As the overwhelming majority of those who had NDEs recognize: NDEs are, in a word, real.

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Transcending Duality

3 Apr

It was not a state of thinking but a state of living and being. It was pure consciousness. What I call a magnificence state of oneness that transcends duality. Getting me in touch with the parts of me that are eternal, infinite, and encompasses the whole. This was awesome; no longer becoming entrenched in beliefs that lock us into a state of duality and puts us in a constant state of judgment. What we endorse is considered good or positive and what we don’t is not, which also puts us in a position of needing to defend our beliefs. When others don’t agree and when we invest too much of our energy in defense, we become reluctant to let go even when ideas no longer serve us. That’s when our beliefs start to own us instead of the other way around. Having pure awareness, on the other hand, just means realizing what exists and what’s possible without judgments. Awareness doesn’t need defending. It expands with growth and can be all-encompassing, bringing us closer to the state of oneness. This is where miracles take place. In contrast, beliefs only allow what we deem credible while keeping us out of everything else.

Non-duality is a state of pure awareness which has a state of complete suspension of all previous held doctrine and dogma. It was when I was willing to let go, I received what I wanted, truly what was mine. Strongly held ideologies actually work against a person. Needing to operate out of concrete beliefs limits my experience because it keeps me within the realm of only what I know and my knowledge is limited and if I restrict myself to only what I am able to conceive, I’m holding back my potential and what I allow into my life. However, if I can accept that my understanding is incomplete and I’m able to become comfortable with uncertainty, this opens me up to the realm of infinite possibilities. After the non-duality, I am able to know and let go. When I suspend my beliefs as well as disbeliefs, I leave myself open to all possibilities. It also means that when I’m able to experience the most internal clarity and synchronicities, my sense is that the very act of needing certainly is a hindrance to experiencing greater levels of awareness. In contrast the process of letting go and releasing all attachment to any belief or outcome is cathartic and healing.

Anita Moorjani– Dying to be Me

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Experiencing Non-Duality: NDE

2 Apr

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The Importance of Experiencing Non-Duality

14 Feb

The Importance of Experiencing Non-Duality

Non-duality is the recognition that at the core of existence lies a fundamental wholeness, ultimately arising from a single, unified source. It is understanding that everything is interconnected and inseparable, and that perceived dualities—such as self and other, or subject and object—are ultimately illusions. Awakening to non-duality offers profound benefits for our well-being, relationships, and understanding of life. Interestingly, recent advances in various branches of science are beginning to echo these insights.

1. Unity with All Beings – Everything is interconnected and constantly interacting. We are all connected on a deep level and when we see beyond the surface-level distinctions, we embrace the oneness of everything. When we realize our affinity with All that share this gift of Life, we experience a profound sense of unity and wholeness and have a deep sense of compassion and empathy towards all living beings.

2. Living in the Present Moment – Non-duality helps us release attachment to the past and anxieties about the future, allowing us to remain serenely fully in the present. Free from judgment or rigid interpretation, we experience life with greater clarity and peace.

3. Transcendence of Duality – By realizing non-duality, we move beyond the limitations of binary thinking—such as mind vs. body or self vs. other. While categorization is useful for practical navigation, it can also be a source of suffering. Non-dual awareness fosters a broader, more flexible perspective, freeing us from illusions of separation and the biases they create.

4. Enhancing Psychological Well-Being – Non-dual awareness has profound psychological and emotional benefits, not just for individuals but for society and the planet. Also, when we no longer see self as a separate entity, the fear of death diminishes; it is understood not as annihilation but as a transformation within the continuum of existence.

5. Embracing the Mystery of Existence – Non-duality invites us to appreciate life’s mysteries and accept the unknown. Rather than resisting uncertainty, we learn to welcome the vast possibilities and complexities of existence.

6. A Path of Awakening – Non-dualism spans ancient traditions and modern teachings, offering a structured path for personal and transpersonal growth. True awakening involves a transformative shift from conditioned ways of thinking, feeling, and acting toward a life aligned with universal principles.

Rodger R Ricketts

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The Garden of Eden in This Life

10 Sep

Today is the launch of my new book- The Garden of Eden in This Life. It is available in paperback, hardcover and kindle on Amazon. The following is the book description. With Metta, Rodger Ricketts.

What if the story of the Garden of Eden wasn’t just ancient myth, but a timeless guide to reclaiming our original wholeness? What if the “fall” from innocence was not the end, but an invitation to return—consciously—to a deeper unity with ourselves, each other, and the world?

In The Garden of Eden in This Life, Dr. Rodger R. Ricketts—a clinical psychologist, mindfulness teacher, and lifelong student of the Buddha’s teachings—unveils a profound perspective linking ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the apophatic (negative) spiritual tradition. Drawing from over forty years of study and practice, he explores how non-dualistic teachings from Buddhism, science, and multiple faith traditions reveal the limits of language, the illusions of separation, and the path back to an integrated state of being.

You will journey through concepts like Sunyata (emptiness), the via negativa, and the psychology of transcendence—discovering how humanity’s separation from nature and spirit can be healed through direct experience, compassionate living, and expanded awareness.

This is more than a philosophical exploration—it’s a practical roadmap for living with clarity, joy, and interconnectedness. Through cross-cultural insights, reflective practices, and meditative approaches, Dr. Ricketts shows how embracing the ineffable mystery of life can dissolve division, foster ecological and social harmony, and restore our inner paradise.

Whether you are a seeker, a meditator, a student of comparative religion, or someone simply longing for a more meaningful existence, The Garden of Eden in This Life will inspire you to see beyond duality and step into a living experience of unity.

If you are ready to move beyond dogma, transcend the limits of language, and reawaken to the timeless ground of being—this book will guide you there.
Open these pages and begin your journey back to the Garden… in this life.

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The Importance of Experiencing Non-Duality

3 Mar

Non-Duality – literally means “not two,” that two things we have understood as separate from one another are in fact not separate at all. At the core of existence, non-duality is a fundamental wholeness that arises from a single, unified source that transcends seeming divisions. Everything is interconnected and inseparable, making dualities—an erroneous perception of difference and separation—illusory. Awakening to non-duality offers profound benefits for personal well-being, fosters harmonious social relationships, and provides a deeper understanding of existence.

1. Unity with All Beings- Everything is interconnected with concurrent, dynamic interactions. Moving beyond superficial perception, we realize our shared essence with all life. Recognizing our deep affinity with life fosters unity, compassion, and empathy toward all living beings.

2. Living in the Present Moment- Non-duality allows us to remain fully present, helping us detach from past regrets and future anxieties. We cultivate inner serenity, empathy and clarity by embracing each moment without judgment or interpretation.

3. Transcendence of Duality. The illusion of duality is the mistaken perception that separates experience into distinct entities. When one realizes the unified nature of existence, this illusion vanishes. Non-dual awareness moves us beyond the limitations of binary thinking and frees us from splitting and rigid categorization, such as mind and body or self and other. These distinctions can lead to suffering; emotional dysregulation, and behavioural issues like aggression, causing psychological pain and instability. Non-dual awareness promotes a broader openness, freeing us from the illusions of separation and their biases.

4. Psychological Well-Being – Non-dual awareness has profound psychological and emotional benefits, for individuals, society and the planet. When we see ourselves as part of a larger whole, the fear of death begins to fade. Instead of viewing death as an end, we can see it as a transformation within the ongoing life cycle making us more psychologically flexible.

5. Embracing the Mystery of Existence – Non-duality invites us to acknowledge the mystery of living and embrace uncertainty. We realize that we cannot know Reality because everything is always changing, and our senses know a fraction of existence. which opens the mystery of living. We aren’t just observers of existence but also an integral part of it. Rather than seeking absolute dominance, we honor and respect the vast reactive complexities that lie beyond our understanding.

6. Non-duality Throughout History. Non-dualism is revealed in universal, ancient, and recent scientific discoveries that all echo similar perspectives which provide an in-depth format for a transpersonal perspective and training. Awakening to Sunyata or “emptiness” is achieved with the help of planned psychological and emotional transformation, that is consistently practiced by motivated students who seek to move from a reactive way of life, in acting, thinking, and feeling, to align themselves with awareness to the universal principles of interconnectedness and impermanence. “The cosmos is within us. We are made of star-stuff. We are a way for the universe to know itself.” – Carl Sagan

Rodger R Ricketts