Alexander McDonell and the Gaia Thrive Community: Recent Episodes
Alexander McDonell
All issues no matter how big or small are transformed and resolved by the power of Oneness. When we learn to connect with all that is, and to bring ourselves into harmony with the whole universe - how can we help but create harmony and beauty around us, and how can life but be harmonious and at one?
Here we explore oneness, enlightenment, self transformation and how the spiritual principles can help us in all areas of our lives - happiness, love and relationships, inner peace, health, wealth. Music, conversation and guidance to Awaken and transform your life.
On this episode we were joined by anushka who has a very interesting clothing business creating her own designs inspired by and in collaboration with traditional artisans.
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Let's Explore Presence - what is it actually?
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In this episode a few of my friends decided to interview me. We get to talk about things about myself that I wouldn't normally explore - and it was quite a joy.
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Gilad is a kabbalist and Chinese medicine practitioner. I talked to him about the popular idea that we need to still the mind.
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Can anger be a positive force?
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Pride is an important part of self esteem isn't it? why does it count as one of the 7 cardinal sins?
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I was supposed to be interviewing Anne Hellgren, but she kind of ended up interviewing me.
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What is oneness leadership, and how can it be taught? Maggie is working on a project doing this, and she has some interesting insights into personal and business development.
Asanas - yoga postures, are very popular these days, but do we really understand their power to affect consciousness, and not just to stretch the body.
Ok so universal is a bit of an overstatement but it is a very versatile mantra that can be applied in many different ways.
So what do we mean by tantra yoga, isn't tantra about sex? - well yes and no - let's explore
Many times I have spoken about the layers of the mind, and many times I will continue to speak about them. They are important. Here I am reviewing the layers of the mind according to yoga the Koshas. We can see from this depths that people take their spiritual practice to, and can observe the effect of different spiritual practices once you are familiar with how they express.
Can yoga be seen as a science? How can we explore such a science? What kind of experiments is it possible for us to do? Let's explore.
Meditation isn’t the only path. Let’s explore the different approaches to spiritual growth
My challenges in coming into my centre in action, and my ideas for how we can aim towards self actualisation for all
Do we see spiritually as a hierarchy of greater and higher vibrations or as a series of equally valuable experiences?
It is not theoretically possible to treat all things as equal - so how are we going to manage?
I've been listening to a debate about whether God exists between Jordan Peterson and Sam Harris, and although each one is very intelligent, and makes some good points, I feel they missed the main point. There is also time to sing - Kol haneshama tehallel halleluyah
I discovered the power of folk dance to connect people recently and got into singing and leading folk dance to use that power. Here is some thoughts and a song.
There is a common conception that we just need.a certain no of people to change and then the whole world will change but that number depends on what you are doing - in what way are you changing and how much resistance is there?
exploring with David Reid, and Michael McDonald the 8 centrings, and what they feel like. We work with mudras that you can try at home as you listen and get a feeling of them for yourself. Maybe you will be able to find your favourite.
there are two images discussed in the conversation - the first one is the buddhist dhyana mudra The other one is a photo of me that I will put as the album art for this episode..
A fascinating conversation about music life and love. Some of her music can be found here:
https://www.wonkytonkmusic.com/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCfjYEgDzcv74fIBDoyjl0w
An interview with Joel Brierre - where we discuss his work bringing oneness through psychedelic medicine retreats. I am sorry about some quality issues where the Joel's internet connection must have had issues. But mostly it is easy enough to understand. In the future i will work on using a system that is more stable in these situations.
links to check out his work:
https://kaivalyakollectiv.com/
https://tandavaretreats.com/
https://five-meo.education/
It is always a magical experience conversing with Pascale. I hope to have many more conversations like this. We explore what true inspiration looks like, and how to get up every day motivated and inspired.
Soren's speciality is in anthropology. Here he talks about applying this field to business - an interesting mixture.
Oneness is the solution to all our problems - whether they are big or small, or personal or global. To understand this we have to explore what is the opposite of oneness, and how this leads to all the problems in our lives.
Rick has a fascinating story of his spiritual awakening, and an even more fascinating business project where everyone wins.
Kevin Burk has a fascinating depths of philosophical understanding of the awakening process, and some fantastic skills in helping people to see clearly what is going on in their journey.
Robert Yoho returns to discuss the philosophy of Stoicism and in particular Marcus Aurelius, and his own approach to creating a personal philosophy of life and why that is important.
There is one secret to all relationships, and it is also the secret to spiritual awakening and this is the triple connection. Find out all about it in this episode.
How to build effective fundraising for your goodwill without actually focusing on fundraising
Do you want to know how to create amazing relationships that make you completely fulfilled? This series is for you. Today we are talking about dealing with our negative emotions, and the negative ego, and finding the positives of inspiration and Spirit.
Mike mantic discusses his near death experience and what can be learnt from that.
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A song by Dada Vedaprajinanda performed by Alexander McDonell.
This is a song about wealth inequality. Instead of worshiping billionaires and making them celebrity figures, we should put caps on wealth and have a more equitable arrangement for society. This track tells that story.
lyrics
We don't need no billionaires, Zillionaies or trillionaires, What we need is love, sweet love. How much does one person need? I'm talking of need and not of greed. I think there's just got to be a limit. We're traveling together on a tiny green planet, Let's make it work for everyone on it. I think it's time to set the record straight. We don't need no billionaires, Zillionaies or trillionaires, What we need is love, sweet love. We don't need your philanthropy We're the human society. We can decide want we need together. We don't want you to buy our elections, Make us follow your selections. Our own choices will turn out so much better. Chorus: We don't need no...... The billionaire over there saying I create the wealth, I create the jobs Without me you would all starve. Well, wait a minute mister, We're fixing your car, shining your shoes Teaching your kids, growing you food. Building your plush little world. Chorus: We don't need no..... There's one more thing I've got to say, Cooperation's the name of the game, Selfish grabbing, oh, that's so lame, Mr. Billionaire. Chorus: We don't need no...
Dada hosts two podcasts you can hear more from him here:
www.proutalliance.org/prout/rev
www.dharmacast.com
Robert Yoho is a retired physician and healthcare whistleblower who wrote Butchered by Healthcare, a book about medical corruption. He explains how our sadly damaged system works and how patients can get around the problems. He also makes some interesting comments about how we can deal with Covid.
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The following video is long but crucial. The second link is to a treatment resource.
https://thelibertydaily.com/here-is-the-video-by-dr-peter-mccullough-that-is-changing-minds-about-the-vaccines/
https://aapsonline.org/covidpatientguide/
The physician in the video, Peter McCullough, is a famed academic. He says that 85 percent of covid fatalities would be prevented by ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine, vitamine D, and other treatments used early and in combination. Since it is unethical and possibly illegal to test a vaccine instead of using treatments that work, this information is being suppressed. If Dr. McCullough if right, the people and corporations participating in this profitable coverup have blood on their hands.
Another resource is: https://americasfrontlinedoctors.org/
They will give you referrals to online physicians who will prescribe the proper medications to treat early covid. Best to obtain hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin before you get sick, because your local doctor and pharmacist are under political pressure and may not help you.
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Peter Christian has many years in the field of designing good decisions for companies, and is the author of several books on the subject.
Diana is the inventor of a card game that helps you communicate with your partner. Find out all about it with me.
Terry coaches people who are outwardly successful to find a more fulfilling life direction. We talked about a lot of interesting things about how to find yourself.
They say work smarter not harder - I say work wiser - let’s use the power if care in your business
A fun Irish folk song for a break from the seriousness of spiritual discussion. I think the lightness is important actually - deep spiritual connection is not a serious experience it is a light and joyous one
A song for the warriors of light - to unite and create a society of freedom and harmony.
Hannah cremona is a business coach for healers and wellness coaches, yoga teachers etc. She is keen on helping people find more conscious ways to approach marketing.
Many people find the conventional ways of marketing uncomfortable. Rory has an idea for a different approach based on storytelling.
An interview with David Reid - Priest and Hypnotherapist. We are discussing the true meaning of Christianity and Zen Buddhism, and what to do when you get disillusioned with Christianity and decide to leave.
We had problems with sound in the background and sound going out of sync. Nevertheless there are some really interesting things here, so I decided to leave it available for your listening if you wish.
We explore the power of learning to use your spiritual energy, and how this can transform the world.
What's it like to be called to become a Shamanic Healer from the inside? I most like the fascinating and quite intense story of his vision quest.
Our song from the international collaboration - Harmonic Moon
This is the story of the awakening journey. At first it seems exciting, and light and then it becomes a little difficult - what they call the dark night of the soul, and then it evolves into something more deep and permanent and truly joyous - sometimes people call it 'enlightenment' - but I have my doubts whether anyone actually understands what that word means.
lyrics
I started to be the way I want to be
And started to do what I want to do
Walking in nature, smelling the rain
Feeling the sand, enjoying the sun
What could I do?
Chorus
Every moment where I hoped that pain was gain
the times I needed to hear "I Love You so"
But now yes I know~~ It’s worth it to grow.
Have I learnt very much? did I fall very far?
Am I deep in the dark? Do I shine with the stars?
Verse2
I followed my dreams where they led me to be
I tried to think more positively
But problems still came into my life
Made me sad, filled with strife
What could I see?
[Chorus]
Verse3
Now I know the pains Were taking me deep
Waking up from a deep dark sleep
The tears that I shed now Are joyous release
The inner sun shine that never will cease
What do I see?
[Chorus]
Now, I know, I know who I am
Now I know , I know why I’m here
Now I can be beyond this land
Now I can see I understand
What will I be?
[Chorus]
credits released May 1, 2021
Alexander McDonell - Music, Violin
Reian Moon - Lyrics, Vocals,
ATMRio - Guitar, Bass
Frederic Induni - Percussion
The baba Nam kevalam mantra is a kiirtan known amongst other things for its ability to clear energies - this is a quick recording - no studio quality but one that I designed to be effective in clearing energies
The basic techniques of awareness meditation the basis of all meditation techniques - presented as a musical meditation
Patainjali was an Indian philosopher and spiritualist who categorised the stages of meditation and spiritual practice. Let’s look at these stages and what it says about our own spiritual practice and path
Let’s attempt to understand the spiritual experience we are aiming for - one possible description is the eternal moment - an extension of the idea of being in the now
I am wondering about the best way to teach oneness and have more questions than answers
I look at the different traditions of layers of consciousness around the world and what the experience is like as you explore the different centrings
I had a great conversation with Jean-Gardner. He asked me as many questions as i did him, and a lot of my own ideas have come out here..
What do we mean by esoteric christianity and what are David's experiences of spirituality, and how can we learn from them?
This is a demonstration of the Strength Based Coaching Technique. Start with understanding your strengths and weaknesses, and then use the strengths to solve your challenges.
This is a demonstration of the Strength Based Coaching Technique. Start with understanding your strengths and weaknesses, and then use the strengths to solve your challenges.
A musical expression of abundance - (and it's opposite Greed) performed by me - Alexander McDonell on the Violin.
Mental wellbeing, and its impact on life, health and the planet. Faith Canter can be found at faithcanter.com
Flow, Centring, Cooperation - Mostly this showcases my ideas - well sometimes I need to do the talking...
A very interesting conversation ranging over many topics to do with consciousness, and awakening. I apologise for the sound quality there were some technical issues that i hope to improve for next time.
Jyoshna is one of the most world renowned of the kiirtan music players of Ananda Marga. She is sharing her experiences with kiirtan, and her project to teach and gather kiirtan players from all over the world.
Jyoshna can be found on facebook under her name, and email at jyoshna@jyoshnamusic.com
Dada is a yogic monk with 50 years of experience in meditation. He is talking about the importance of meditation, what yoga is really about, and spirituality in society.
Dada can be found here:
https://www.dadaveda.com/
He also has two podcasts:
https://proutalliance.org/proutrev/
https://www.dharmacast.com/
and music and education on youtube and other places
https://www.youtube.com/user/dadaved
https://dadaveda.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/7jvxg7bMhBdLeXjLz1jdbl
David Reid is a priest of the Liberal Catholic Church and a hypnotherapist, and a keen philosopher. Here is what he has to say about the inner core of chistianity.
Different people find flow and through that success in different ways - how do I find flow and how can you find flow?
This is a joint webinar that i ran with Shannah white on the principles of opening the heart. We managed to discuss a lot of the central principles that are true of all spiritual approaches.
Shannah's website is https://sacredreality.org/
This is a song based on a buddhist text, and a christian church style song. Great to see the mixing of traditions.
Lyrics:
Through birth and rebirth's endless round,
I ran and sought but never found
Who framed and built this house of clay
what misery rebirth always
O builder you at last I see
Ne'er shall you build again for me
Your rafters all are broken now,
Demolished the ridge lies low
And when the builder I can see;
Then this my last abode shall be:
Desire will end, all lust will cease,
And with their end my heart have peace.
Music by Daniel Read, Translations by Charles Lanman and Paul Carus,
Why and how is Lust a "sin" and what is the love that transforms it into a positive virtue?
There are so many other spiritual teachers out there why do I want to add something to the mix?