Episode 113

Written By Michaela Carlin
 
 
 
 

In this week’s two-part series, Awakening to Infinite Love: LSD, Non-Duality, and Banana Fritters, Michaela sits down with globally renowned non-dual teacher Lisa Cairns to explore the transformative power of awakening. Lisa delves into the profound insights of non-duality, a direct experience of reality beyond thought, belief, and separation, offering practical wisdom on living an expansive, authentic life. In Part 1, the conversation focuses on how psychedelics like LSD, Ayahuasca, and mushrooms mirror the process of awakening, illuminating the unbinding from the illusion of self, time, and space. Lisa also explains the importance of shadow work, the difference between no-self and no-boundaries selflessness, and how to maintain presence while navigating relationships and challenges.

Part 2, available next week, takes a deeply personal turn as Lisa shares her own awakening journey. From years spent in the Australian bush with her partner and non-dual teacher, Roger Costello, to the heartbreak that led her to Bali, Lisa recounts the life-altering experiences that shattered her concept of self and revealed infinite love. This raw, relatable conversation is an invitation to step beyond the illusions of the mind, question what’s real, and awaken to the limitless essence of Beingness. If you’ve ever felt the call to wake up, this is the episode for you.

For the past 11 years, Lisa Cairns has traveled around the world, sharing the Indian philosophy of Non-duality. She has spoken in the UK’s National Health Care System, book shops, yoga centers, universities, conference centers, festivals and more.

In her talks, Lisa tries to communicate the limitless nature of life, which she considers is at the root of every philosophy, religion or story. She hopes to open doors for anyone who wants to listen, providing a broader perspective on life.

Episode Highlights

  • A transformative LSD experience and its connection to meditation

  • Exploring the role of psychedelics in personal awakening

  • Navigating the dual experiences of oneness and confronting the shadow self

  • The interplay between intense emotions and the awakening process

  • How societal roles can suppress individual authenticity and deep needs

  • Defining consciousness as a balance of beingness and perception

  • The significance of shadow work in the context of non-duality

  • The relationship between anger, boundaries, and personal growth

  • The challenge of navigating social dynamics post-awakening

  • Closing reflections on the journey toward self-discovery and love

Lisa Cairns’ Links 

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

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Special thanks to Jeremy Colbert (Taragápe) for the original podcast theme music.

You can find out more about Jeremey’s work here:
taragape.com and @taragape

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