Have you ever wanted to access the Akashik Records? This may be the meditation for you.    This recording comes from a document filed in the CIA library reading room (https://www.cia.gov/library/readingroom/docs/CIA-RDP96-00792R000300380001-3.pdf). How this ended up with the CIA, I would love to know. A follower on TikTok asked that I read this and I was thrilled to once I realized what it is.  I hope you enjoy it, and I hope you find what you're looking for.  Shawn. 

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Guided Meditation #1: Accessing the Akashik Records

Do you ever wonder where life comes from? I mean, besides mommy and daddy and the stork.  Where does life REALLY come from? Naturally, I have a theory about that. Come check it out with me and we'll expand our minds together!

What is Life (#03-07)

I have several big goals for this year. Among them, are to publish two books. One is the fiction book I'm working on for my MFA and the other is a non-fiction book.  The non-fiction book is a different approach to preventing veteran suicide. Over the last few years I've learned a lot about how to be a veteran and the unique challenges it poses. As someone who wrestles with depression and suicidal tendencies, I've found some unique methods and insights that have helped me navigate this huge transformation.  Unfortunately, I haven't been able to find any books or experts who understand or accept these observations. I've approached dozens of mental health professionals with these ideas and the response has been underwhelming. And there's a simple reason for it - generally speaking, the mental health professionals aren't veterans, they don't struggle with depression or suicidal thoughts, they've never had to go through major transitions in their lives, and they are doggedly committed to their book knowledge. Even through their hearts may be in the right place, their methods don't seem to be making progress in the right direction.  So, I'm putting my ideas out there. Hopefully, through my experiences and tough lessons, I can help you through some tough times.  Over the course of this year, I'll be putting out podcasts each week on one of the subjects for this book. Stay tuned. Keep listening. 

2-1. Season II Introduction

Does the current state of the world worry you? It worries me. But I have a unique perspective that helps me see it all in a different light.  I keep going back to the old precept of "that which is below is like that which is above, and that which is above is like that which is below". It makes me wonder if the things we're seeing in the world aren't in line with that observation.  I read a scientific study years ago that part of the reason a woman goes into labor is that the child is taking up too much space and consuming too many resources. The child needs to much oxygen and calories to sustain its rapid growth, that the woman's body simply can't keep up. I've scoured the internet looking for that research, but can't locate it. If you find it, please let me know.   If you want to learn more about the Mayan calendar and how it correlates with the human gestation period, here's a link to an interesting paper: http://onereed.com/articles/Mayan_Calendar_TMA.pdf Also, as promised, here is a link to the DJ Williams YouTube page. They've got some fantastic music and I really hope their careers do well - they seriously deserve it: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5MBYjOajpL7BwHNA85ZKAA. If you want to download the music I used, 69 Bronco, go to the YouTube Free Music Library (https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music) and search for 69 Bronco, or DJ Williams. It's a great to to add to your collection, and supports a fantastic artist. 

Are We Becoming Something Else? Off The Deep End (#8)

Um...Yeah...I went there. Please let me clarify.  After listening to that previous episode, I realized I may have inadvertently made an argument for the supremacy of White culture. In fact, you'd have to pay pretty careful attention to the nuances to take it any other way.  If you know me, you'll know that I would never make that argument, because it's counter to everything I believe. But I did a poor job of connecting two seemingly unconnected ideas (it's one of the hazards of thinking out loud). In this episode I try to clarify what I was talking about, drill a little deeper on some of the ideas originally presented, and tie them together much better. I'm fairly sure a lot of people will still disapprove, but that's the world I live in, so go for it. Just keep in mind that this is meant to stimulate conversations and ideas, not anger or dissent.  Don't be afraid to think more broadly.  More than that, don't ever let perfection be the enemy of progress.  All my best.  Sean.  

What I Was Trying To Say. Off The Deep End (#7)

Disclaimer: If you're easily offended, or don't fully understand my perspectives on these things, please skip this one.  I have an idea I'm trying to work out. It goes something like this: culturally in the West, white represents purity and goodness while black represents deceit and evil. I've struggled for a long time with identifying as White because I don't like the way it feels - it doesn't feel true because I know my own heart, while a lot of people I know who identify as Black are far better people than I am. I believe it's time to get rid of these labels and get real about what we are - human.  I also tackle an idea about the divisive representation of the rainbow. I do realize this is a delicate subject so I try to handle it carefully. But I'll let you decide.  After I listened to this, I realized that I didn't make my argument very well, so if you get to the end and you're scratching your head, or you think I'm some sort of monster, please listen to the follow up podcast titled about what I think I got wrong. I do a much better job of wrapping these two ideas together.  I'll admit I thought about pulling this podcast, but I stand by everything I said. For the moment, this is how I see things, and what I'm struggling to resolve in my own mind. Granted, I didn't make the argument as well as I could have, but I think it's worth keeping on line for now because it's thought provoking if nothing else.  All my best.  Sean. 

Why I Don't Identify As White. Off The Deep End (#6)

Don't you mean, "How to BE a Dad?" Nope. That's different.    I had to take a break for a little while because the family was wrestling with a chest/head cold and loads of other stuff. I really missed my podcasting! But I'm back with loads of new content! Stay tuned! At the end of this podcast, I talk about some of the fun things I have coming up, so stick around, share it around, and...yeah...do that. 

How to Dad. Boring Dad Lecture (#27)

What is Salvation? Sean Overthinks Everything (#1)

Integrating the masculine and feminine sides within oneself is critical. But how do you do that?  There's an old fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm called Iron John. It's been a major story of my life and I've thought about it deeply for years. Recently I had a breakthrough and came to understand it in a whole new way.   

Steal The Key. Boring Dad Lecture (#26)

How well do you know your father? Do you know him at all?  Fortunately, I know my father pretty well. Unfortunately, my children don't know me very well.  I started this podcast with the simple idea of recording some of the things I wish I could have told my kids when they were growing up. Some of them I've already told them, some of them I haven't. I also miss having Airmen to mentor when I was still in the Air Force. So this is part of my solution. This is the first in the new series of Boring Dad Lectures where I'll talk about life, money, careers, sex, politics, religion, and a host of other things. I'm not out to convert anyone or sell anything to anyone. Rather, I'm trying to be a source of mentorship and balanced perspective for people who are just starting out in life, or who've seen some things but are still trying to figure things out.  If you've been listening to the podcast for a while, you'll still like this episode. I finally reached the end of the original Boring Dad Lecture list and decided it is time to start re-recording a lot of them. The most recent episodes will stand as they are, but most of them need to be redone. When I started, I really didn't understand what direction I was taking, I didn't understand my equipment, and I didn't have a solid vision of the direction I wanted to go. Now that I've been doing it for a while, I have a much better idea, so it's time to give the whole series a good, more professional polish.  I'll still be carrying on with my Off The Deep End series. Those are mostly self-indulgent. I'm also going to keep all the old episodes available on Podbean, or wherever you're finding them now. Eventually they'll come down but, for the foreseeable future, they'll stand as they are. If you like the work I'm doing, please consider a small donation through my Patreon page. There is a link available through my website at seanmurdocktalks.com.  Last, once this is done, I'll start recording season 2 of the Boring Dad Lectures, which are subtitled An Atheist Teaches the Bible. There are so many lessons and philosophies in there that are so often maligned or misrepresented and it's really frustrating to me. So, since I'm not shy about tackling really tough subjects, I'm going to break out some of my old Bible study notes, some of my old lessons, and revamp them with a broader perspective of the world. It's going to be very, very worth your time.  Love you much.  Sean.  

Do You Know Your Father? Boring Dad Lecture (#1)

Why do some people practice religions? Why is the world so nuts? What are we doing here? Have I ever been shy about tackling the really, really big subjects? Nope. And I'm doing it again here.  This one gets pretty deep, so get ready. 

Order vs. Chaos Part II - Boring Dad Lecture (#25)

Did you realize that money isn't currency, and that currency isn't money? No? Neither did I. And, my good friend, that may be why you're having "money" problems. 

Money vs. Currency. Boring Dad Lecture (#24)

Have you ever wondered if there's a right way or a wrong way to live life? Well, there's a right way, or you could say the better way. And I'm gonna talk about it. 

Live Life Like a Song. Boring Dad Lecture (#23)

Which one is it? Who has the right answer? One? The other? Both? Both.   

Evolution or Intelligent Design? Off The Deep End With Sean (#6)

With all the challenges in life, why bother getting a good education? These days there so much talk about student debt and finding jobs, and pressure for college, that it's easy to lose sight of the real point of getting an education. There's a misconception in our culture that getting the right education is the only way you can lead a good life. That's true to a point, but it misses the larger purpose of getting an education which simply to improve yourself.  Sean talks about his own struggle with education, what his goals are now, and why he arrived at them. Perhaps this can help bring some clarity if you're starting out on your educational journey.  

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