The Ageless Wisdom Mystery School with Michael Benner
458 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsA self-awareness podcast exploring why we think, feel, and act the way we do.
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Meditation 004 Visualization
August 17, 2011 13:15 - 25 minutes - 8.62 MBContinuing this mini-series on meditation for stress management, this class introduces visualization. Host Michael Benner discusses the correlation between the mind's eye and the Ajna Center (6th chakra) in yoga. Includes a visualization exercise. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Meditation 003 Safety
August 10, 2011 15:22 - 27 minutes - 9.47 MBFrom Mesmerism to fascination & hypnosis; then on to meditation & contemplation -- the mysteries of the subconscious mind are revealed when the brain is generating "alpha waves." Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Meditation 002 Breath
August 03, 2011 04:42 - 25 minutes - 8.92 MBSpirit has many names, including the Breath of God, Prana, Chi or Qi, Elan Vital, & Aloha to name a few. Learning breath control is managing the flow of the Life Force for greater health, emotional sensitivity & mental acumen. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Intro to Meditation - Breath
August 03, 2011 04:37 - 1 hour - 9.06 MBThe first class in a new series on meditation & contemplation drawn from mystical traditions of the world, counseling therapies, and scientific R&D in consciousness studies. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Fear of Being Truly You
July 19, 2011 22:15 - 1 hour - 37 MBOver 2000 years ago, Cicero said, "Man is his own worst enemy." In this week's class, we learn that the only real enemy is the fear inside us. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Kybalion Lesson #7
July 13, 2011 15:20 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBThe final lesson in our seven-part series on the ancient Kybalion, the Hermetic alchemical secrets of Egypt and Greece. Gender speaks to the appearance of duality in the physical world of form. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Kybalion, Lesson #7
July 13, 2011 15:19 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBThe final lesson in our seven-part series on the ancient Kybalion, the Hermetic alchemical secrets of Egypt and Greece. Gender speaks to the appearance of duality in the physical world of form.
The Kybalion, Lesson #6
July 07, 2011 03:11 - 1 hour - 26.4 MBThis is the sixth of seven Keys to Hermetic Wisdom according to the anonymously written Kybalion. Cause & Effect means things don't just happen. They always behave according the Universal Law. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Kybalion, Lesson #5
July 02, 2011 15:18 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBThe fifth of the Kybalion's Seven Key Principles is "Rhythm." The influences of polarity and rhythm can be neutralized on the Mental Planes by the Wisdom Student. Managing emotions to access intuition is one good example. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Kybalion, Lesson #4
July 02, 2011 15:15 - 1 hour - 29 MBExplains the dual, polar & relative nature of the material universe in its relationship to the non-dual Absolute of it's Spiritual Source. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Nita Vallens interviews Michael Benner
June 15, 2011 18:46 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBAs host of Inner Vision on KPFK-FM, Nita interviews Michael Benner from www.TheAgelessWisdom.com on self-discovery and personal development. Phone calls from listeners are also included. Originally broadcast: June 14, 2011 at 1:00 PM Pacific.. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Kybalion, Lesson #3
June 15, 2011 18:44 - 1 hour - 26.5 MBWhether spirit, energy, matter or mind, everything in the Universe vibrates. Nothing stands still. All things have a beginning, middle & end. In alchemy, the frequency of the vibration is what distinguishes pitch, color, form & chemical make-up. . Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Kybalion, Lesson #2
June 08, 2011 01:07 - 1 hour - 25 MBDrawing on the Second Rubric of the ancient Egyptian Emerald Tablet, the Kybalion discusses the Law of Correspondence and the mysterious middle of the Divine Trinity. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Kybalion, Lesson #1
May 31, 2011 15:21 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBThe first of the Kybalion's seven Key Principles is Mentalism -- All is Mind. There is only One of Us here ... One Mind, One Heart. Lessons 2 through 7 follow. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Strength of Diversity
May 24, 2011 20:53 - 1 hour - 27 MBMany people assume strength and unity require all elements in a whole system to be in accord, aligned, conforming, perhaps even uniform. In fact, however, the strength of Unity comes from diversity ... even antagonism. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Intuition & the Fifth Kingdom
May 16, 2011 22:57 - 1 hour - 27.2 MBIntuition works specific to general, while logic breaks things down general to specific. Yet only logic is generally taught. Few people ever learn to respect much less develop their intuition. This class describes intuition and suggests how it may work. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Too Much Thinking
May 10, 2011 13:30 - 1 hour - 26.7 MBWhether called Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or simply Too Much Thinking (TMT), it's anxiety, stress & tension that's usually the cause of scattered thinking. In this class, Michael explains how to supplant too much thinking with real peace-of-mind. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
How to Listen
May 04, 2011 15:31 - 1 hour - 26.4 MBHere's a valuable summation of listening skills beginning with the importance of simple self-confidence which allows you to listen to others instead of planning your next speech. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Spiritual But Not Religious (SBNR)
April 20, 2011 17:50 - 1 hour - 30 MBWhat's it mean to say you're Spiritual But Not Religious? Michael gives his definition and explains why he thinks increasing numbers of religious people will continue to abandon their churches, temples & synagogs. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Releasing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
April 13, 2011 13:08 - 1 hour - 39.4 MBThis class discusses OCD as an anxiety disorder and Obsessive-Compusive behavior as a personality disorder, too (OCPD). There are important differences, particularly the role of anxiety in OCD. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Mastering Fear, Stress & Anxiety
April 06, 2011 19:27 - 1 hour - 3.78 MBFear supports everything that hurts & upsets us. Fear is the set of emotional feelings that arises in response to anything we don't know or understand about ourselves. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Teaching with Humility
March 30, 2011 18:02 - 1 hour - 34.2 MBInfluencing or teaching people from a position of superiority, elitism, or arrogance is much less effective than creating rapport with dignity and respect. Like compassion, humility becomes more available to us when we consciously choose to remember that we all suffer similar travails as members of humanity. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Closed Eye Process
March 24, 2011 19:59 - 1 hour - 39.9 MBHere's an overview of the similarities and differences between the various closed eye processes known collectively as meditation. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Sufism
March 16, 2011 01:33 - 1 hour - 38.2 MBIslamic Mysticism is to a large extent an extension of classic Greek philosophy of Pythagoras, Aristotle, and Plato, plus the neo-platonism of Plotinus and Buddhism. The basic tenet is that all things come from God and all things return to God via the path of Love. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Buddhist Fetters
March 08, 2011 20:49 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBThe Buddha's teachings list 10 attachments or fetters that hinder the unfoldment of the student seeking spiritual enlightenment and liberation. In this program, we discuss the first three. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Open Conversation #150
March 01, 2011 20:50 - 1 hour - 37.3 MBListeners to live webinar participate by text, phone & Skype with their questions & comments about human potential. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Longing of the Part to be Whole
February 15, 2011 17:32 - 58 minutes - 20.1 MBThis Ageless Wisdom Mystery School class addresses the esoteric allegory of Love as Magnetic Consciousness experiencing the urge to return to its Source ... to go "Home" again. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Spiritual Peace & Justice
February 09, 2011 15:26 - 1 hour - 38.4 MBProtests by the Egyptian people against the dictatorship of Hosni Mubarak raise the hopes of oppressed people everywhere. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Mindfulness & Meditation
February 07, 2011 20:46 - 29 minutes - 16.4 MBMichael discusses mindfulness & meditation on Roy Tuckman's radio show Something's Happening. They also talk about the upcoming Maui Mindfulness Retreat. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The One & the Many
February 02, 2011 18:30 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBIn Mysticism, God is both imminent & transcendent. The magnetic nature of love allows the One to manifest as many forms without being, in any way, effected or diminished. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Spiritual Hierarchy
January 26, 2011 17:08 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBIn Shamanism, neo-Platonism, and the mystical & esoteric traditions of the world, the Spiritual Realm is not merely a place, but a multi-tiered Reality. The ancient teachings suggest the human soul continues its unfoldment even after breaking the karmic wheel of reincarnation. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Power of Respect
January 25, 2011 00:01 - 1 hour - 31.8 MBChrist said to love your enemies, but in the past 2000 years, this simple admonition has confused many so-called Christians. Perhaps it would be easier to understand and employ if we said, "Respect your enemies." Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
the Middle Way
January 11, 2011 18:03 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBHappiness is more of an attitude than a result. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Commitments to your Self
January 05, 2011 17:29 - 1 hour - 37.2 MBPerhaps the biggest stumbling block in habit management is the failure to imagine success. Will power is essential, but easily blocked or diverted when, at an largely unconscious level, the person can't really believe in their success. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Becoming Mindful
December 28, 2010 16:54 - 1 hour - 34.9 MBToday's class is a description of the benefits of becoming mindfully aware by tuning your attention to the present moment while suspending all judgement. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Who is God?
December 22, 2010 17:50 - 1 hour - 37.1 MBIn this Mystery School class, Michael contrasts the Western image of God in the form of a man with the Eastern and ancient concepts of God as a Conscious Energy. The triangle of manifestation, Spirit-Consciousness-Matter, is explained as an allegory for numerous models of Divinity that are Triune in Nature.
Forgiveness -- a Gift to Your Self
December 15, 2010 18:11 - 1 hour - 35.6 MBMichael explores the Seven Pillars of Forgiveness and exposes the foolishness of seeking vengeance and holding grudges Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Sleep & Dreams
December 01, 2010 16:34 - 1 hour - 36.8 MBIn this Mystery School class, Michael discusses the phenomenon of sleep and dreams as well as techniques for going to sleep, remembering your dreams, and even programming the subject for your dreams to help resolve. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Maui Mindfulness Retreat
November 25, 2010 15:25 - 1 hour - 26.8 MBThe happiness, joy & fulfillment everyone seeks is hidden in the moment ... the eternal, unfolding instant, not in the stories we tell ourselves and each other. Mindfulness is deliberately paying attention to THIS MOMENT, and watching it develop, ideally without judgement. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
American Nightmare, American Dream
November 16, 2010 17:59 - 1 hour - 24.3 MBIn brief, the American Dream became a nightmare because it became far too materialistic. As unfulfilled consumers, most people have forgotten that their loving relationships are core to the American Dream. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Brain Entrainment
November 09, 2010 16:23 - 1 hour - 37 MBBrain waves tend to raise or lower their frequency to match to frequency of any stimulus within the brainwave spectrum = 1 to 40 Hz (cycles/second). Light & Sound machines can influence brainwaves and alter human states of awareness on demand. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Understanding Love
November 03, 2010 22:36 - 1 hour - 27.3 MBThis program discusses Love as the point on Consciousness or Awareness between Spirit and Matter, between the One and the Many. This is also know as the Soul, the Christos, and the Buddha nature. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Freedom from Judgment
September 28, 2010 13:45 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBYour life will not cease if you stop judging everything as right or wrong, good or bad, true or false. Judgment limits your awareness of things. Acceptance free from judgment provides a greatly expanded understanding of things. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Understanding Hatred & Anger
September 21, 2010 21:24 - 1 hour - 30.5 MBHumanity in general remains unaware of their feelings as personal and evoked from us. As of the year 2010, only a small minority, it appears, actively take responsibility for managing their emotional feelings. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
What are You REALLY Afraid Of?
September 14, 2010 16:18 - 1 hour - 33.2 MBAll fear is fear of things unknown. The antidote, then, is knowledge and understanding. This is the awareness of Peace and Love as dynamic forces in the Universe. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Gut Feelings -- Instinct or Intuition
September 08, 2010 04:58 - 1 hour - 38 MBOddly, there are two types of "gut feelings." Instinct is animal in nature, part of the herd instinct, fear-based and telling us what to avoid. Intuition is a higher brain function, love-based and telling you what to move toward. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Grief, Loss & Mourning
August 31, 2010 15:12 - 1 hour - 31.4 MBGrieving is a lengthy, difficult, emotional healing process initiated by the loss of someone you love. The secret to an effective mourning process is to feel the emotions fully and completely, then expressing those feelings in appropriate ways. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Nature of the Soul
August 24, 2010 17:14 - 1 hour - 37 MBBesides the Christian doctrine that a soul is made by God upon human conception, Michael explores the pre-existence of the soul in the Wisdom traditions. If your soul is already in Heaven, can you align with it now and benefit from it's Higher Awareness? Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Heart of the Golden Rule
August 10, 2010 15:42 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBThough found in both the Christian and Jewish Bibles, the Golden Rule was also stated by Confucius, Socrates and many others. The "heart" of the Golden Rule is self-esteem. To aspire to this "right action," one must love him or herself to able to love another. The same is true for trust and respect. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.