by Infinite Smile | Sep 3, 2012 | Blog, Dialogs
February 10, 2011 Student: My mother is dying and theres all sorts of interesting and tragic family stuff going on. Its amazing and heart-breaking all at once. So my question is: how might any of us deal most constructively with the loss of a loved one? Michael:...
by Infinite Smile | Aug 29, 2012 | Blog, Dialogs
Feb. 8, 2011 Student: When we say that whatever is happening is the Universe expressing itself in utter perfection, isnt this also a thought or story that we can cling to? Michael: Absolutely. Thats why we dont stop practicing. We find that the deeper our practice...
by Infinite Smile | Aug 22, 2012 | Blog, Dialogs
January 13, 2011 (#57) Student: If every single thing that arises is the Infinite seeing itself, what does that say about evil acts? Michael: Evil acts are the embodiment of individual or collective unconsciousness. They vary in degree, but they all are sourced from a...
by Infinite Smile | Aug 14, 2012 | Blog, Dialogs
January 12, 2011 Student: Does an awakened response come before thought or does an awakened response come after the thought is acknowledged, and not believed? Michael: An awakened response is one that isnt caught by anything. So thoughts arent ever the issue....
by Infinite Smile | Aug 6, 2012 | Blog, Dialogs
January 10, 2011 (#55) Student: What is the most enlightened way to communicate with someone who is very difficult? Michael: The same way Ive suggested that you speak to someone who complains a lot; listen deeply and speak from a place of open generosity. Student:...
by Infinite Smile | Jul 29, 2012 | Blog, Dialogs
January 6, 2011 (#54) Student: If there is no self, who sets goals and where do these goals come from? Michael: Goals arise just as all else arises: from Emptiness. They also eventually die back into Emptiness. This basic rule applies to everything, including the self...
