Discerning Consciousness is a Podcast for sincere spiritual seekers who are keen to fully embody the eternal wisdom contained within ancient spiritual texts/teachings.
The listeners are guided in this process by the host Antony, who shares a form of living wisdom gained from twenty years of being an ardent seeker of truth.
In practical terms the listeners can expect to learn how to navigate the challenges of life during the current era of accelerated awakening on the planet. The podcast also features movie reviews and interviews with fascinating guests.
Don't forget to tune in every Sunday for the latest episode of DC Shorts - bite sized living wisdom for a time of transformation.
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In this episode Antony explains the basic principles of the law of entropy and what this means for our lives. He reveals why we commonly resist change in favour of a life of comfort. Antony also encourages the listeners to laugh at the absurdity of life.
In this episode Antony explains how and why magic can flow into our daily lives even when we're carrying out the most mindane of tasks. He provides some recent examples of how magic has surfaced in his own life at surprising moments. Discerning Consciousness Website: https://discerningconsciousness.blogspot.com
In this episode Antony reveals how he has come to an understanding of the extent to which his personal survival is totally dependent upon the sacrifice of other people. He talks about the gratitude that has naturally arisen as a result of this realization and why the conveniences of modern life can make us ungracious. Antony also makes reference to some of the simple ways in which we can demonstrate gratitude in our daily lives.
In this episode Antony explains some of the main reasons why people who embody truth are often hated and ridiculed. He draws in part from his own life experiences and what they have taught him about why truth is generally shunned within society. Antony also lists some of the main personal characteristics that are typically shared by individuals who embody truth.
In this episode Antony reveals some of the main limitations of adopting a purely psychological approach to personal awakening. He uses Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs as a model to explain why the persuit of self-actualization is rarely as formulalic as the model suggests. Antony also acknowledges how the model can be used to chart our individual progress on the path of awakening.
In this episode Antony explains some of the main reasons why it can be so difficult for human beings to express their uniqueness in the form of creativity. He explains the difference between generic creativity and true creativity. Antony also talks about some of the barriers that exist when we decide to begin the creative process.
In this episode Antony explains why everything is not as it seems when it comes to the idea of priviledge within modern society. He explains how on the highest level every human being on the planet has a cross to bare. Antony also claims that the system itself perpetuates itself through promoting a fake idea.
In this episode Antony reviews the movie I Love You, Man, which has a very profound message for all men who are attempting to live a life of genuine empowerment. The main analysis centres upon the friendship between Peter Klaven and Sydney Fife. Antony then considers the advantages and disadvantages of living a batchelor life vs marriage/relationships. The conversation then shifts into the realm of what it means to be a man in the modern era and the nature of relationships as revealed in the mov...
In this episode Antony explains some of the main reasons why life gets a lot easier when we stop attempting to control the outcome of all our actions. He shares some of the pitfalls of taking the teaching too literally when we forget the importance of taking action. Antony also reveals why letting go of the need to control everything can help us to align with our destiny.
In this episode Antony explains the paradoxical nature of pure presence in that it is something that arises from within when certain conditions have been reached. However he makes it plain to the listeners that we're not in control of the process and that it can't be faked. Antony also talks about the concept of the 'I Am' and why it is such a powerful teaching. Episode Links Mount Shasta Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wE5qVpw7ktI...
In this episode Antony reveals why simplicity is the key when deciding upon the details of our daily practice. He explains how much value can be gained when we focus our attention upon the mundane things in life, that are easily dismissed. Antony also talks about 'the way of the tao' in the context of focusing our daily practice upon repetitive tasks that would typically be regarded as boring and tiresome.
In this episode Antony explains why being an anonymous individual, in a society that places so much value on fame and notoriety, can be regarded as a blessing rather than a curse. He reveals the way in which being self-contained can bring surprising gifts such an intensification in personal power. Antony also gives an empowering example of why being a nobody shouldn't be a barrier to personal success. Episode Links: DC Shorts Ep#3 - How To Cultivate Your Psychic Charge https://www.podomatic.com/...
In this episode Antony informs the listeners that although sincere awakening requires tremendous amounts of self-discipline and introspection, it's also important to remember that life is to be enjoyed. He explains why it is easy to become neurotic about the inner work/self-healing ect, which makes it difficult for us to recognise the progress we have made. Antony also shares how he is currently experiencing an opening of the heart and some of the dilemas that is giving rise to.
In this episode Antony explains why it is important to focus on the present moment, rather than being driven by the desire to constantly project into the future. He reminds the listeners that no one knows what the future holds and that the only reality that exists is in the present moment. Antony also shares the thought that there is great value to be had in empowering ourselves at this time because it helps the collective no matter what happens in the future.
In this episode Antony reveals some of the anomolies around the idea of the earth splitting in the coming years. He explains why most of the concepts being shared about this event appear to be rather simplistic and encourage a form of spiritual elitism. Antony also reveals how he remains grounded when considering the future of life on the planet.
In this episode Antony explores a common trap that many spiritual seekers fall into when they adopt a healthy lifestyle. He explains why the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle can be easily dimminshed if the choices around nutrition ect have been made from a place of fear. Antony also makes reference to the importance of developing grace and why this quality is so important on the spiritual path.
In this episode Antony casts his eye upon the controversial movie, One By One, which has achieved cult like status since it was released in 2014. The analysis is based on a cautionary message about the dangers of attempting to wake up people to our truth. Antony also reveals some of the personality traits demonstrated by the main characters in terms of what they say about individuals lost in 'The Truther Trap' or the 'black pill delusion'. Episode Links: Thomas Sheridan - How To Wake Up Safely -...
In this episode Antony shares the concept as to why radical self-honesty is at the core of developing a healthy relationship with ourselves. He goes onto explain how our personal power is intimately linked to the frequency that we transmit and that this in turn shapes our experiences in life. Antony also reveals an example of radical self-honesty from reflecting upon his own life in recent times.
In this episode Antony is joined by Regan Caruthers for a lively conversation as she shares some of the defining moments from her memoirs. The listeners are treated to the story of her first encounter with a dark entity that visited her as a child and then returned several years later. Regan also shares the miraculous series of events that led her to be living in her current home, following the sudden diagnosis of a serious health condition. In the closing segment Regan reveals the principle tha...
In this episode Antony reveals why it can be challenging to fully appreciate the simple beauty of life when we find ourselves lost in the limitations of a conceptual world. He also explains the way in which technology has shaped modern society in terms of the current obsession for rating and grading all commercial exchanges. Antony reflections upon how this has impacted our ability to truly see life as it is beyond our individual wishes and desires.
In this episode Antony explains why it is important to remember that the horrors we see in the world come into being partly because of the lies we tell ourselves. He reveals the harsh truth that is at the heart of the human condition in terms of our tendency to believe our own lies. The episode concludes with some inner guidance being shared with the listeners.
In this episode Antony considers some of the common issues that can arise when we set out to find our spiritual brothers and sisters whilst walking the path of awakening. He explains why finding our tribe often means looking beyond the beliefs and opinions of the people we're attempting to connect with. Antony also speaks to a form of deep organic connection that stems from the heart centre and reaches outwards.
In this episode Antony considers why there seems to be so much tension in modern society and why our day-to-day interactions with people can leave us feeling disillusioned. He explains that this is a direct result of what happens when millions of people in mainstream society refuse to look internally at their pain and trauma. Antony also proposes the idea that all of humanity is being called to embrace personal sovereignty at this historic time.
In this episode Antony shares his perspective on the recent meeting between Trump and Zelensky that descended into a farcical argument, including Vice President JD Vance. He explains what the collapse in diplomatic protocol reveals about the truth of how diplomacy is used by the 'International Community' to provide respectability to war and genocide. Antony also looks at the esoteric dimension in terms of how this incident gives credibility to the idea that hidden truths about how the world real...
In this episode Antony explains why using the Internet to absorb information about the world and or spiritual teachings, can easily lead to the development of a closed mind. He points to how this process typically occurs when we become the follower of a content creator. Antony also shares some pointers that might be helpful when following a content creator for the first time. Episode Links: Common Traps On The Path of Personal Awakening: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/discerningconsciousness...
In this episode Antony explains why having an addictive type of personality has given him the impulse to strive for a deeper meaning and purpose to life. He reflects upon how this led him to become disillusioned with normal life and the types of activities that most people seem to be satisfied with. Antony also points to the paradoxical nature of our lives, in terms of how something seemingly negative on the surface can actually serve a higher purpose. Discerning Consciousness - An Epic Journey ...
In this episode Antony explains why it can be easy to get caught up in limiting beliefs when we become obsessed with discovering our purpose or mission in life. He shares an example of how he has learn to let go of an activity that used to give him much pleaure in life. Antony also points to the paradoxical nature of life in that we often need to be prepared to detach from the very thing things that we regard as indispensable. Discerning Consciousness - An Epic Journey - Covid-19 Video Diary: ht...
In this episode Antony explains why it can be helpful to accept the fact that none of us know what is going to happen in life. He reveals how life can become far less stressful and more enjoyable when we admit that we don't know what the outcome of our actions or decisions will be. Antony also refers to the uncertainty of current times and why we should see it as a positive, rather than something that leads to a pessimistic view of life. Discerning Consciousness - An Epic Journey - Covid-19 Vide...
In this episode Antony talks about how the mind constantly builds a catastrophic version of future events. He explains why this common human trait keeps people stuck in dysfunctional life situations. Antony also reveals the way in which modern society is structured in order to encourage people to stay in their comfort zones.
In this episode Antony explains how life can become more rewarding when we let go of the constant need to control everything. He speaks to the necessity of not taking things so personally, in terms of the events in life that cause so much pain and suffering. Antony also makes reference to a force that animates through human beings and can act as a guide when we're able to tune into it. Discerning Consciousness Listening Platforms: http://link.chtbl.com/w1PB1yUE?fbclid=IwAR1ATl3GERMYFviOQUNzenpH0...
