Classic - Using Meditation for Radical Awakening

Welcome to Classic Skeptic Metaphysicians! We're re-releasing some of our back catalog so that these gems can be re-discovered!This week: My Interview with a Vampyre"What happens in meditation is a radical awakening of consciousness, a kind of moment to moment lived presence begins to permeate your life. And there's an immense amount of freedom that comes from shifting from identifying as a person in time... a physical body, as this particular incarnation, to being an existing and everything"-- Ryan BurtonYou might think you know what meditation is about.....but there is so much more to the practice than you could possibly imagine! Ryan Burton, an expert in Buddhist meditation practices, talks to us about the realities of using meditation in order to facilitate a radical awakening of our consciousness.Topics discussed:SurrenderingMeditationBuddhismStillnessSamadhiMoleculesMiraclesRadical AwakeningMeaning of LifeAbout our guest:Ryan is a meditation practitioner with over a decade of experience in a variety of Buddhist and non-dual traditions. In his early 20’s he traveled throughout Southeast Asia and China seeking spiritual knowledge. He’s participated in over 30 meditation retreats and has been an instructor since 2012. He's delivered lectures on meditation and spirituality in the US, Nepal and Thailand and is the host of the podcast After Awakening.Guest Info:Website: ryanjburton.comInstagram: @ryan.jburtonPodcast: After AwakeningSupport the Show:Rate/review Us Here:https://lovethepodcast.com/SkepticMetaphysicians Purchase Merchandise: https://www.skepticmetaphysician.com/store Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/SkepticMetaphys Connect With The Skeptic Metaphysicians:Website: skepticmetaphysician.comFacebook: @TheSkepticMetaphysicianIG: SkepticMetaphysician_PodcastTik Tok: @skepticmetaphysicians

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The Skeptic MetaphysiciansOne Truth. Many Paths. Endless Curiosity. Hosted by real-life couple and cosmic co-adventurers Will & Karen, The Skeptic Metaphysicians is where open minds meet open hearts — and where deep metaphysical mysteries get unwrapped with humor, humanity, and a healthy dose of “wait…what?!” Born from an existential breakdown (yep, the spiritual kind), the show dives headfirst into the wild world of spiritual awakenings, energy healing, consciousness expansion, near-death experiences, psychic phenomena, manifestation, mysticism… and beyond. Each week, Will brings the wide-eyed curiosity of a seeker reawakened, while Karen balances the vibe with grounded intuition, thoughtful insights, and just the right amount of side-eye. Together, they create a safe space for exploring the woo without losing your grip on the real. Whether you’re a full-on spiritual explorer or just metaphysical-curious, this show is your backstage pass to conversations with:Mediums & mysticsAlien contacteesScientists of consciousnessEnergy healers & channelersAnd everyday people with extraordinary stories Why listeners love it: It’s smart, soulful, funny, and deeply validating. Like having a chat with your most spiritually woke friend… who still knows how to laugh at themselves. ⸻ ✨ It’s not about blind belief. It’s about brave exploration. Tune in. Wake up. And maybe — just maybe — remember who you really are.New episodes every Wednesday and bonus episodes throughout the week!