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THE SILENCE WHERE YOUR SOUL AWAKENS

In the silence that society usually avoids—where everything seems to stop and activity loses its urgency—the Vedas do not describe it as emptiness, but as the most fertile space for the awakening of the soul. Where external noise ceases, the Bhagavad-gita stops being merely a text and becomes a living presence acting within the consciousness of the soul, as if Krishna Himself were whispering to you from the unseen.

Most people interpret silence as an absence of life, as though slowing down meant wasting time or disconnecting from the world. However, from the Vedic perspective, that very moment becomes an opportunity to perceive reality without distortion, because external noise often acts like a veil covering the soul’s true spiritual identity.

The wise person, however, does not fear stillness, because within it he recognizes the point where the mind stops agitating and the soul begins to stabilize in its original spiritual identity. In that state, what once appeared to be inactivity transforms into a higher form of conscious presence — the ability to remain fully aware of the present moment, observing reality without distraction or identification with thoughts.

It is within this inner space that the individual stops reacting automatically to the social environment and begins to observe it from a deeper dimension. It is not escapism, but reconnection with the soul — the real self that the Vedas describe as eternal and inseparable from God.

That is why what society calls a “pause,” the wise recognize as the beginning of true awakening: a silent return to connection with Krishna as the absolute reality.

👉 What if the silence behind the mental noise you avoid is exactly the place where your soul can finally remember itself?

TWO INTELLIGENCES, TWO PERSPECTIVES OF THE SOUL

The Vedas explain that human intelligence is not guided in only one direction, but is divided into two inner forces that completely shape one’s perception of life. The Bhagavad-gita describes these two tendencies as opposite paths: one leading toward material illusion, and the other toward spiritual reality.

Material intelligence is oriented toward optimizing the external world, seeking pleasure, security, recognition, and control over circumstances. This way of perceiving life turns existence into a constant project of accumulation, where a person’s value is measured by what they produce or possess.

In contrast, spiritual intelligence is not measured by what is accumulated, but by what is released from the existential illusion in which we live, allowing the soul to free itself from false identifications. Here, the goal is not to control the world, but to understand the soul’s eternal relationship with Krishna as the source of all existence.

The Bhagavad-gita suggests that both forms of intelligence can coexist within the same person, but only one determines the degree of inner awakening. While one focuses on the temporary, the other points toward the eternal — toward the understanding that the soul is not the body, but the eternal self temporarily confined within it and eternally connected to God.

Therefore, from the Vedic perspective, the goal is not to reject material intelligence, but to transcend its limitations whenever it obscures the spiritual dimension of life. True balance emerges when intelligence becomes a bridge toward consciousness and connection with God in everything that exists.

👉 What kind of intelligence are you nourishing every day: the one that identifies you with the social illusion, or the one that reminds you of your eternity?

WHEN YOU REALIZE YOU ARE ASLEEP

From the Vedic vision, material existence is neither denied nor demonized, but understood as a form of conscious dreaming, where the mind experiences reality through filters of desire, memory, and identification. The Bhagavad-gita describes this condition as a limited perception in which the eternal is confused with the temporary, and the real with the fleeting.

One who remains absorbed in the material dimension cannot perceive their spiritual identity, because their attention is constantly directed outward. Pleasure and pain become the absolute axis of experience, generating an existence that endlessly oscillates within the duality of opposites: success and failure, gain and loss, happiness and suffering.

However, for the one who begins to awaken, that same reality ceases to be absolute and becomes a field of inner learning and spiritual awakening. What was once automatic reaction transforms into conscious observation, and life begins to reveal itself as a stage where the soul progressively remembers its connection with Krishna as the supreme consciousness.

The wise do not reject the experiences of the world, yet they do not identify with them either. They observe them as temporary phenomena that do not disturb their inner harmony, remaining in a state of spiritual equanimity described in the Vedas as a sign of the soul’s maturity.

Thus, awakening does not mean disconnecting from life, but seeing it as it truly is: a temporary reflection of a deeper reality where the soul remains untouched, beyond change and beyond the illusion of material existence.

👉 What if everything you call “reality” were only a dream that the soul has not yet learned to observe?

YOU ARE ADDICTED TO WHAT YOU ARE NOT

We have become accustomed to a form of existence in which consciousness remains trapped within Krishna’s material energy (maya), as described in the Vedas. This constant contact with the external and temporary is not merely an experience, but a progressive process of identification that suppresses the perception of our spiritual identity.

The Bhagavad-gita explains that the greatest existential fraud is not intellectual ignorance, but the soul’s inner forgetfulness. When the individual identifies exclusively with the body, the mind, and circumstances, a fragmented reality begins to form in which the soul is pushed into an invisible background.

This identification creates a subtle form of addiction: the need for stimulation, constant validation, endless movement, and emotional dependence on the external world. All of this reinforces a progressive disconnection from the eternal essence of being, which the Vedas describe as the soul eternally connected to God.

Over time, this dynamic creates a spiral of repetition in which the same emotional, psychological, and material patterns repeat again and again. Not because life is inherently this way, but because the consciousness of the soul continues operating from the same limited level of perception, without rising toward a deeper understanding.

In this state, the person is not truly living in fullness, but merely reacting to a mirage sustained by mental habits and accumulated conditioning. Forgetting God is not the absence of belief, but the loss of direct connection with the spiritual reality that the Vedas reveal as the foundation of all existence.

👉 Are you living from who you truly are… or from what you have forgotten yourself to be?

KRISHNA’S TEACHINGS IN THE BHAGAVAD-GITA

In the Bhagavad-gita (2.69), Krishna is not merely speaking philosophically, but describing with surgical precision two states of perception that coexist within human consciousness. The Vedas do not present this difference as poetic metaphor, but as an inner reality: what for one person is wakefulness, for another may be deep sleep.

In this ancient text, Krishna vividly describes the behavioral attitudes of the two kinds of people who coexist within society through the metaphor of dreaming and wakefulness:

“What is night for the majority becomes the time of awakening for the self-controlled soul. And what society considers wakefulness — constant activity, noise, and movement — is, for the introspective sage, merely another form of sleep.”

From society’s perspective, being awake means being active, productive, constantly stimulated, and endlessly responding to the external world. However, Krishna reverses this definition by suggesting that such hyperactivity is actually a form of spiritual sleep, where the mind becomes scattered and loses connection with the eternal and with God.

Within this ordinary “day” of existence, the individual believes they are fully conscious, but in reality they are simply reacting to impulses, desires, and conditioning. It is an apparent wakefulness sustained by identification with the external world, which the Vedas describe as a form of functional ignorance.

In contrast, the wise awaken when the world becomes quieter — not because the world disappears, but because their attention is no longer dragged by it. In that state, consciousness stabilizes in presence and connection with Krishna as the absolute truth, and perception becomes clear, free from emotional distortion.

Thus, the night of the social world may be the day of the soul, and the day of society may be the night of the spirit. This radical inversion is not merely symbolic, but a

direct teaching about how the consciousness of the soul shapes perceived reality, according to the Vedas.

👉 What if your “daily certainty” were actually the most sophisticated form of sleep you have never questioned?

EDUCATION, PROGRAMMING, AND SPIRITUAL DISCONNECTION

From the Vedic perspective, education is not neutral: it deeply shapes the direction of the soul’s consciousness. The Bhagavad-gita warns that whatever the mind is trained to focus on from childhood determines not only knowledge, but also the way the soul perceives itself within material existence.

In modern society, the emphasis is placed on what can be measured, compared, or turned into tangible results. Intelligence is associated with the ability to compete, optimize processes, and achieve visible success, while the spiritual dimension is often reduced to something subjective or secondary, as if it did not belong to “serious” reality.

This approach creates a fragmented perception of life, where the human being identifies primarily with productivity and external roles. Personal value becomes measured through efficiency, external success, and accumulation, leaving in the background the soul’s connection with Krishna, which the Vedas describe as the true center of existence.

Even silence, introspection, and contemplation are often accepted only when they provide practical benefits — such as reducing stress or improving performance — rather than being recognized as tools for awakening or spiritual evolution. In this way, the inner world is validated only through its external utility, reinforcing a growing disconnection from the spiritual dimension of life.

As a result, the mind becomes programmed to focus almost exclusively outward, while connection with Krishna gradually fades behind external priorities. It is not necessarily the absence of spirituality, but rather a spirituality displaced into a secondary and functional role.

👉 What if the way you were taught to live has contributed to forgetting the most essential part of who you truly are?

THE DISTORTION OF REALITY

The Bhagavad-gita introduces an idea that completely destabilizes the ordinary perception of existence: what the world considers “waking reality” is actually a sophisticated dream of the soul’s consciousness. The Vedas do not deny material life, but they do question total identification with it as the ultimate truth.

From the materialistic perspective, constant activity is seen as proof of a fulfilled life. Movement, productivity, immediate responses to stimulation, and the sensation of “doing something” are all highly valued. Yet from the spiritual perspective, that same agitation may be a dispersion of consciousness, a form of hypnosis generated by the external world that prevents one from perceiving what is essential.

The wise do not measure reality by the quantity of action, but by the quality of consciousness accompanying that action. For them, the true question is not “How much am I doing?” but “From what state of consciousness am I acting?” because action without awareness becomes mechanical repetition within the influence of Krishna’s illusory energy, as described in the Vedas.

In contrast, what the world interprets as inactivity — silence, pause, solitude — reveals itself as the space where perception is no longer fragmented. It is there that the mind becomes still and a deeper understanding of life begins to emerge as a manifestation of Krishna in all forms of existence.

This inversion is radical: what appears to be intense life may actually be forgetfulness, and what appears to be stillness may in fact be awakening. Reality itself does not change; what changes is the level of consciousness through which it is observed, exactly as the Bhagavad-gita describes.

👉 What if your entire way of “being active” were only an elegant way of avoiding seeing yourself clearly?

THE ENGINEERING OF AWAKENING IN A SLEEPING SOCIETY

The so-called “engineering of awakening” is not an external concept or a complex technique, but an inner reconfiguration of consciousness, as suggested by the Vedas when describing the process of remembering the soul’s true nature. The Bhagavad-gita does not propose escaping the world, but rather learning to perceive it from its deepest spiritual dimension.

Modern society moves at extraordinary speed, yet speed does not guarantee inner clarity. In fact, the Vedic texts warn that an excess of stimulation can reinforce the soul’s forgetfulness, creating a life that functions externally while remaining disconnected from Krishna as the supreme reality.

Awakening does not mean abandoning responsibilities or withdrawing from life. Rather, it means stopping the habit of interpreting existence solely from the level of reaction. It is learning to observe every experience as part of a larger field in which the soul evolves toward understanding its eternal origin.

Through this process, consciousness ceases to be fragmented by mental noise and begins to integrate into a broader vision of existence. Daily life stops being automatic and becomes a space of conscious observation, where every action can align with the spiritual truth described in the Vedas.

Thus, true awakening is not an external event, but an inner transformation that turns life into a continuous process of recognizing God in everything that exists, even within what appears ordinary.

👉 Are you willing to stop living on autopilot and begin inhabiting your life with full awareness of the eternal and of God?

🔥 CALL TO ACTION

This message is not meant to be understood as just another idea within the noise of everyday intellectual life, but as a living reality that activates when the consciousness of the soul changes direction. The Bhagavad-gita was not written to accumulate information, but to provoke a transformation in consciousness and in the way existence itself is perceived.

Every day lived without conscious awareness reinforces the inertia of autopilot, that state in which life is experienced but not truly observed, where people react but rarely understand. The real turning point begins when a person stops identifying exclusively with the external world and begins to question their spiritual nature as a soul connected to Krishna.

It is not necessary to abandon the world or radically change external circumstances in order to awaken. What the Vedas propose is something far more subtle and profound: a radical shift in the center of consciousness toward the deepest core of one’s being, where attention is no longer trapped in the ego and begins to orient itself toward connection with God in every experience, even the simplest ones.

This process is neither immediate nor superficial. It requires observing thoughts, habits, and reactions without escaping from them, recognizing how the mind has been conditioned for years to live only outwardly.

Yet within that observation, a fracture appears in identification with the ego, and through that opening begins to enter the light of spiritual consciousness, exactly as described in the Bhagavad-gita.

Awakening is not a distant destination, but a decision repeated in every moment: choosing to see more clearly instead of remaining asleep inside familiar patterns. It is there that life ceases to be a mechanical sequence and becomes a conscious process of reconnection with Krishna as the foundation of all existence.

That is why this is not a call to merely understand more, but to live differently starting now. Not from theory, but from a state of consciousness that is more awake, more honest, and more aligned with the eternal.

True change begins the instant you decide to stop postponing your awakening… and begin living as if your soul truly remembered who it is.

👉 What if the only moment you are missing in order to awaken… is this very moment?

Shiva is one of the most revered and complex deities in Hinduism, embodying both the destructive and regenerative aspects of the cosmos. He is also the patron god of music, dance, and rhythm, and his attributes include the damaru, a small drum that symbolizes creation and sound. The damaru is a dual-sided instrument, consisting of two resonating chambers connected by a thin neck, and producing a distinctive sound when shaken or struck. The damaru is often depicted in the iconography of Shiva, as he holds it in one of his hands, or as he plays it during his cosmic dance of Nataraja, the lord of dance. The damaru is not only a musical instrument, but also a sacred object and a spiritual tool, as it represents and expresses the essence and energy of Shiva, and his role in the creation and destruction of the universe. The damaru is also a symbol of the sound of "OM", the primordial vibration that pervades and sustains all existence, and the source of all mantras, sacred utterances that invoke and appease the divine. The damaru is also a symbol of the duality and unity of the universe, as it has two sides that produce different sounds, but that are connected and integrated by the same neck, and that create a harmonious and rhythmic sound when played together. The damaru is not only a symbol, but also a practice, as it is used in various rituals and ceremonies that involve drumming, chanting, and dancing, as a way of connecting and communicating with Shiva, and of attaining spiritual experiences and states of consciousness. Drumming is a universal and ancient form of human expression and communication, and it is found in various spiritual traditions and cultures worldwide, as a way of invoking and interacting with spiritual forces, ancestors, and deities, and of facilitating healing, trance, and ecstasy. Drumming is also a powerful and profound psychological phenomenon, as it affects and influences the human brain and body, cognition and emotion, and behavior and interaction, in various ways and levels.

The Historical and Symbolic Context of Damaru

Shiva is one of the most prominent and complex deities in Hindu history, as he represents and embodies both the destructive and regenerative aspects of the cosmos. He is also known as Mahadeva, the great god, and as Rudra, the fierce god, and he has various forms and manifestations, such as Bhairava, the terrifying god, and Nataraja, the lord of dance. He is also known as the god of music, dance, and rhythm, and he is associated with various musical instruments, such as the flute, the lute, and the drum. The damaru is one of the most important and distinctive musical instruments of Shiva, as it symbolizes and expresses his role in the creation and destruction of the universe, and his association with sound and rhythm. The damaru is a small drum, consisting of two resonating chambers made of wood, metal, or clay, and covered with animal skin, such as goat, deer, or tiger. The two chambers are connected by a thin neck, and have a string or cord attached to them, with beads or pellets at the ends. The damaru produces a distinctive sound when shaken or struck, as the beads or pellets hit the skin of the chambers, creating a vibration and a resonance. The damaru is often depicted in the iconography of Shiva, as he holds it in one of his hands, usually the upper right hand, or as he plays it during his cosmic dance of Nataraja, the lord of dance. The damaru is also often accompanied by other symbols and attributes of Shiva, such as the trident, the snake, the crescent moon, and the river Ganga, which represent his power, wisdom, grace, and compassion. The damaru is also often associated with the sound of "OM", the primordial vibration that pervades and sustains all existence, and the source of all mantras, sacred utterances that invoke and appease the divine. The damaru is also often associated with the duality and unity of the universe, as it has two sides that produce different sounds, but that are connected and integrated by the same neck, and that create a harmonious and rhythmic sound when played together. The damaru is not only a musical instrument, but also a sacred object and a spiritual tool, as it represents and expresses the essence and energy of Shiva, and his role in the creation and destruction of the universe. The damaru is also a symbol of the sound of Om, the primordial vibration that pervades and sustains all existence, and the source of all mantras, sacred utterances that invoke and appease the divine. The damaru is also a symbol of the duality and unity of the universe, as it has two sides that produce different sounds, but that are connected and integrated by the same neck, and that create a harmonious and rhythmic sound when played together. The damaru is also a practice, as it is used in various rituals and ceremonies that involve drumming, chanting, and dancing, as a way of connecting and communicating with Shiva, and of attaining spiritual experiences and states of consciousness. The damaru is used by various sects and groups of Hinduism, such as the Shaivites, the devotees of Shiva, the Naths, the ascetics and yogis, and the Aghoris, the extreme and taboo-breaking renunciants. The damaru is also used by various indigenous and shamanic traditions and cultures worldwide, such as the Native Americans, the Africans, and the Tibetans, who share a common reverence and respect for the drum as a sacred and powerful instrument. The damaru is used in various ways and contexts, depending on the purpose and intention of the ritual or ceremony, and the tradition and culture of the participants. The damaru can be used as a solo or a group instrument, as a lead or a support instrument, and as a rhythmic or a melodic instrument. The damaru can be used to invoke and interact with Shiva, or with other deities and spirits, such as Ganesha, the elephant-headed god of success and wisdom, or Bhairava, the fierce and terrifying manifestation of Shiva. The damaru can also be used to communicate and connect with ancestors, nature, and oneself, as well as with other participants and observers. The damaru can also be used to facilitate healing, trance, and ecstasy, as well as to express and celebrate joy, gratitude, and devotion. The damaru is a rich and complex symbol and practice, that reflects and expresses the essence and energy of Shiva, the god of music, dance, and rhythm, and his role in the creation and destruction of the universe. The damaru is also a universal and ancient form of human expression and communication, that is found in various spiritual traditions and cultures worldwide, and that serves as a gateway to spiritual experiences and states of consciousness. Exploring Infinity, Kalpa, and Shiv Damru Through Psychological Lens The profound concepts of Infinity, Kalpa, and Shiv Damru through the lens of psychology, and unveiling the intricate relationship and its potential psychological implications. Infinity: The Endless Mindset In psychology, the concept of Infinity aligns with the idea of limitless potential and boundless thinking. It mirrors the expansive nature of the human mind, capable of transcending perceived limits in various aspects like numbers, space, time, and consciousness. The association with Brahman, the supreme reality, resonates with the psychological pursuit of self-discovery and the exploration of the depths of one's consciousness. The constant quest for understanding and expanding our mental horizons can be seen as a psychological journey towards an infinite mindset. Kalpa: Cycles of Psychological Transformation From a psychological perspective, Kalpa can be likened to the cyclical nature of personal growth and transformation. Just as the Hindu trinity experiences cycles of creation and destruction, individuals undergo phases of psychological development and renewal. The duration of a Kalpa, equivalent to 4.32 billion human years, metaphorically reflects the lifelong process of self-discovery and the continual evolution of the psyche. The concept of manvantaras, ruled by different aspects of humanity, can be seen as the varied stages of life, each contributing to the overall growth and development of an individual. Shiv Damru: Psychological Symbolism of Creation and Destruction The Shiv Damru, as a psychological symbol, represents the interplay between creation and destruction within the human psyche. The act of Shiva creating the universe through the sound of the drum can be interpreted as the creative forces within the mind, giving birth to thoughts, ideas, and emotions. Conversely, the idea that Shiva will destroy the universe by playing the drum again symbolizes the psychological process of letting go, deconstructing outdated beliefs, and paving the way for personal transformation. The dual nature of the drum, producing different sounds yet connected in harmony, mirrors the psychological balance between opposing forces within the mind – a delicate dance of duality and unity. Psychological Interpretation of Relationships: Representation through Drum Ends: Each end of the Shiv Damru, representing the kalpas of Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma, can be seen as symbolic of the psychological aspects within an individual. The upper end, signifying Shiva's kalpa of destruction and transformation, may align with the capacity for change and personal growth. The lower end, representing Brahma's kalpa of creation, reflects the creative and manifesting aspects of the mind. The middle section, symbolizing Vishnu's kalpa of preservation, corresponds to the psychological ability to maintain balance and stability. The neck of the drum, representing pralaya or dissolution, can be associated with periods of psychological rest, reflection, and absorption. Unrepresented Fourth Kalpa – Shakti's Influence: The absence of the fourth kalpa in the Shiv Damru, which represents Shakti, could signify the often overlooked feminine aspects of psychology. Shakti, as the power and energy of the universe, embodies the dynamic forces within the human psyche. Exploring and integrating these feminine qualities can contribute to a holistic understanding of one's psychological landscape. Psychological Infinity through Drum Beats: The Shiv Damru, with its four kalpas, symbolizes the psychological journey towards an infinite mindset. The diverse sounds and rhythms produced by the drum represent the infinite potential and diversity within the human mind. The harmonious and rhythmic sound created by the interconnected sides of the drum mirrors the psychological pursuit of unity and harmony in thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Understanding the relationship between Infinity, Kalpa, and Shiv Damru from a psychological perspective unveils a rich tapestry of metaphorical elements, reflecting the complex dynamics of the human mind. This exploration suggests that these ancient concepts offer insightful parallels to the ongoing psychological processes of growth, transformation, and the pursuit of an infinite mindset.

Photo by Nicole Avagliano on Pexels.com Transactional Analysis and Drumming Dynamics Transactional analysis is a theory of human personality and communication, developed by Eric Berne in the 1950s, that focuses on the concepts of ego states, transactions, and life scripts. Ego states are the different aspects of the self that are activated in different situations and interactions. Berne identified three main ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child. The Parent ego state is the internalized representation of the authority figures and norms that one has learned from childhood. The Adult ego state is the rational and objective part of the self that deals with reality and problem-solving. The Child ego state is the emotional and spontaneous part of the self that expresses the needs, feelings, and impulses that one has experienced from childhood. Transactions are the exchanges of verbal and non-verbal messages between two or more people, based on their ego states. Berne classified transactions into three types: complementary, crossed, and ulterior. Complementary transactions are those in which the ego states of the sender and the receiver match, such as Parent-Parent, Adult-Adult, or Child-Child. These transactions are harmonious and effective, as they result in clear communication and mutual understanding. Crossed transactions are those in which the ego states of the sender and the receiver do not match, such as Parent-Child, Adult-Parent, or Child-Adult. These transactions are conflictual and ineffective, as they result in misunderstanding and frustration. Ulterior transactions are those in which the ego states of the sender and the receiver are not apparent, but hidden, such as Parent-Child with an Adult message, or Adult-Adult with a Child message. These transactions are manipulative and deceptive, as they result in confusion and mistrust. Life scripts are the unconscious patterns of behavior and beliefs that one develops from childhood, based on the messages and experiences that one has received from the environment. Life scripts shape one’s identity, expectations, and choices, and influence one’s transactions with others. Berne identified four main types of life scripts: winner, loser, banal, and tragic. Winner scripts are those that lead to success and happiness, as they are based on positive messages and experiences that foster self-confidence and self-esteem. Loser scripts are those that lead to failure and misery, as they are based on negative messages and experiences that foster self-doubt and self-pity. Banal scripts are those that lead to mediocrity and boredom, as they are based on neutral messages and experiences that foster conformity and complacency. Tragic scripts are those that lead to disaster and death, as they are based on extreme messages and experiences that foster rebellion and risk-taking. We can apply transactional analysis to analyze the dynamics of sacred drumming rituals, and how they affect the ego states, transactions, and life scripts of the participants. Sacred drumming rituals are collective and interactive events, that involve the participation and communication of various people, such as the drummers, the chanters, the dancers, and the observers. Sacred drumming rituals also involve the use of various elements and forces, such as the drums, the chants, the movements, and the rhythms, that create and influence the flow of energy and information among the participants. Sacred drumming rituals induce shifts in ego states, from the Parent and Adult to the Free Child, unlocking creativity, intuition, and spiritual insight. The Parent ego state is the internalized representation of the authority figures and norms that one has learned from childhood, such as the religious leaders, the moral codes, and the ritual rules. The Parent ego state is activated and expressed in sacred drumming rituals, as the participants follow and respect the guidance and instructions of the ritual leaders, the ethical and spiritual values of the tradition, and the established and expected procedures and protocols of the ritual. The Parent ego state is also challenged and transcended in sacred drumming rituals, as the participants break and overcome the limitations and restrictions of the conventional and mundane aspects of life, and as they seek and attain the ultimate and divine aspects of life. The Adult ego state is the rational and objective part of the self that deals with reality and problem-solving, such as the logical reasoning, the factual knowledge, and the practical skills. The Adult ego state is activated and expressed in sacred drumming rituals, as the participants use and apply their cognitive and technical abilities to perform and coordinate the drumming, chanting, and dancing, and to understand and interpret the meaning and significance of the ritual. The Adult ego state is also challenged and transcended in sacred drumming rituals, as the participants alter and expand their perception and cognition of reality, and as they access and explore higher levels of awareness and insight. The Free Child ego state is the emotional and spontaneous part of the self that expresses the needs, feelings, and impulses that one has experienced from childhood, such as the curiosity, the joy, and the wonder. The Free Child ego state is activated and expressed in sacred drumming rituals, as the participants unleash and satisfy their creative and intuitive urges to play and experiment with the drums, chants, and movements, and to experience and share their emotions and sensations with others. The Free Child ego state is also challenged and transcended in sacred drumming rituals, as the participants encounter and integrate the opposites and contradictions of life, such as the pain and pleasure, the fear and love, and the duality and unity. Sacred drumming rituals also affect the transactions and life scripts of the participants, as they influence and shape their communication and interaction with others, and their behavior and choices in life. Sacred drumming rituals can result in complementary, crossed, or ulterior transactions, depending on the ego states of the participants, and the messages and responses that they exchange. Sacred drumming rituals can also result in winner, loser, banal, or tragic life scripts, depending on the messages and experiences that the participants receive and internalize from the ritual, and the expectations and outcomes that they develop and achieve in life.

“Christmas is not a date in time, but the awakening of the Christ within; the moment the Divine is recognized as living, breathing, and present in you.”

“Gratitude aligns the human heart with the Infinite flow; what is acknowledged as already whole multiplies without effort.”

“Silence is not emptiness; it is the Presence before thought arises. The Master listens there, and the world obeys.”