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The Mystical Positivist

Stuart Goodnick and Robert Schmidt
Blindspot
Spiritual Practice
Buddhism
Transparency
Nonduality
Non-Duality
Karma
Meditation
Spirituality
Self-Observation
Self-Remembering
Aikido
The Diamond Sutra
Ritual
Tayu Meditation Center
Many Rivers Books and Tea
Western Baal Podcast Series
Saraha
Robert Nadeau
Human Potential Movement

The Mystical Positivist, with hosts Stuart Goodnick and Dr. Robert Schmidt, is dedicated to the application of reason in the pursuit of spiritual practice and development. It consists of commentary, book reviews, interviews, and discussion in and around the local and larger spiritual community. The thesis of the show is that rationality is in no way the antithesis of deep mystical experience, in f... more

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This week on The Mystical Positivist, we feature a pre-recorded conversation with returning guest Stephen Aronson about his new book, AS INSIDE, SO OUTSIDE, AS ABOVE, SO BELOW – Reconciling Science and Spirituality through Consciousness... more

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This week on the show we feature a pre-recorded conversation with Donna McLaughlin, Mahamudra teacher in the Karma Kagyu tradition. Donna was first introduced to the Dharma in her teenage years. In 1970, having finished college, she trav... more

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This week on the show we feature a pre-recorded conversation with Layne Negrin, author of Gurdjieff in Tibet. Divided into three parts, Part One looks at the evidence of Gurdjieff's presence in Tibet, Part Two researches the direct stude... more

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This week on The Mystical Positivist, we feature a discussion from the Western Baul Podcast Series featuring Rob Schmidt and Stuart Goodnick. The theme is “The Crisis of Continuity of Wisdom” and the description is as follows:

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Bob Noha
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Episode: The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #428 - 01MAR25
Lama Lhanang Rinpoche
Teacher of Vajrayana Buddhism and author
Jigme Lingpa Center
Episode: The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #427 - 15FEB25
Mordy Levine
Entrepreneur and meditation teacher
Jigme Lingpa Center
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Roger Jackson
Author of 'Saraha, Poet of Blissful Awareness' and respected figure in Asian Studies
Carleton College
Episode: The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #426 - 01FEB25
OM C. Parkin
Renowned European wisdom teacher and founder of the Mystery School, Enneallionce and Gut Saunstorf
Episode: The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #424 - 09NOV24
Ken McLeod
Buddhist teacher and author of The Magic of Vajrayana
Episode: The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #423 - 12OCT24
Moss Campion
Author of 'Blindspot: Through the Wormhole of Science and Religion'
Episode: The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #422 - 14SEP24

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Stuart Goodnick
Host of The Mystical Positivist, known for integrating profound philosophical and spiritual discussions.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
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    Really compelling in-depth discussions on contemporary spiritual practice. Sometimes technical, sometimes humorous. Always something new to learn.

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The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #427 - 15FEB25
Q: What does it mean to practice dilution in terms of clearing or improving our karma?
Dilution means to start accumulating positive karma by performing good deeds, thoughts, and actions to lessen the negative karma one has accumulated.
The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #422 - 14SEP24
Q: How did your practice with A Course in Miracles influence your struggles?
The Course provided hope and a means to navigate challenges, acting as a guiding light in difficult times.
The Mystical Positivist - Radio Show #422 - 14SEP24
Q: Can you share your formative experiences that led you to write the book 'Blindspot'?
Moss shares his childhood in Maine and his attraction to nature, linking these experiences to his spiritual journey and insights.

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This show explores the intersection of reason and spirituality, emphasizing that rational thought can complement mystical experiences rather than oppose them. Episodes typically feature deep conversations with various guests, including authors, spiritual teachers, and practitioners, who share insights from their spiritual journeys and explore significant concepts such as karma, mindfulness, and non-duality. The discussions often bridge various traditions, including Buddhism and Aikido, pointing to a holistic approach to personal transformation and understanding of spiritual practices. Audiences can expect a mixture of in-depth analysis, personal anecdotes, and philosophical inquiry, making it appealing to those interested in a thoughtful ex... more

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