What do we mean by inner listening? In this Podcast we refer to it as the way one accesses the “voice” of their inner being. It is the essence of who we are and here we explore its role in living an inspired life of connection to your true nature and that of others. Inner listening is both a skill and an art. Having it allows you to know the distinction between the voice of “self” and the voice of “spirit.”
What We Discuss:
We are spiritual beings in a human body. Not the other way around
The voice we all have inside
What do we mean by inner listening?
Inner listening as being present in the moment with someone
Being open to listening
Inner listening and prayer
Listening by being alone, quiet and open
Your inner voice like a radio frequency
Inner listening and connection and a car battery
Dealing with the distractions of life
Too wrapped up in self and dealing with some big, dramatic,
egocentric storyComing back to the breath
The “stop, drop and roll” exercise to stop the growing momentum of thought
Distinguishing between the voice of self and the voice of your spirit and inner being
Examples of hearing our own inner voice
Heeding the voice within
Feelings being a vibrational match to what’s true for us
Our feelings are a great guide for us
Ego-driven decisions vs. spirit-driven decisions
Start with meditation
Resources:
“The Art of Inner Listening” by George Kinder
Shel Silverstein’s reference to the “The voice that speaks inside.”
More good quotes from Shel Silverstein
Bonuses:
Meditation Starters: A gift to yourself to help you develop the art of inner listening.
Mediation Books
Mindfulness in Plain English by Bhante Gunaratana
The Experience of Insight by Joseph Goldstein
Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabat-Zinn.