Our Inner Compass

Why do we suffer?  Is one of the big questions we all end up asking ourselves at some stage in our lives. Often when the weight of what we, or a loved one, are bearing can feel all consuming and near impossible to carry any further. How do we continue, and what, if anything, can we do to support ourselves and each other as we walk the more difficult paths on the journey of life?

In this episode of The Way To Go, we look at suffering from a variety of angles and try to tease out the valuable yet subtle lessons that can be the great rewards of traveling these more difficult paths. We also share resources, insights, and stories that can benefit those moving through or supporting others in their suffering. We also end the episode with a wonderful intuitive meditation practice led by Steven Ross!

We hope you enjoy.

Notes: Matthew would like to correct a quote he misattributed to Orson Welles, which  actually came from William S. Burroughs:
"This is a war universe. War all the time. That is its nature. There may be other universes based on all sorts of other principles, but ours seems to be based on war and games."

The story of the golden buddha: https://www.lionsroar.com/the-golden-buddha-inside-you/

Steven's Book references from this episode:

Anita Moorjani - Dying To Be Me

Anita Moorjani - Sensitive is the New Strong

Annie Kagan - The Afterlife of Billy Fingers: How My Bad-Boy Brother Proved to Me There's Life After Death

In this episode of The Way To Go we explore the concept of the intuitive inner compass. A guiding force accessible to all human beings, that can assist us in finding our direction even when we feel tossed about in the storms of life.

The inner compass is a term we are using to describe a conscious force that can support us in living our lives in an aligned way with our purpose, calling, and dreams. In this conversation we discuss the intuitive nature of the compass, how it functions and manifests in our lives, and suggestions on how to engage with this compassionate force to help impact our lived experience. Steven ends this episode with a guided meditation practice to support the development of your personal way finder!

After a hiatus Steven Ross and Matthew Choate are back to reconnect as friends and seekers on the road to self liberation in mind, body, and spirit.

In this episode we discuss Steven's work as an intuitive medium - a skill he employs daily - and share some of the stories and insights Steven has gathered from his sessions. Exploring how these messages help many people move past blocks in their experience and rediscover purpose. Stay for the end of the episode and Steven performs a live reading with a wonderful message for us all!

We're excited to be back and hope you enjoy the episode.

Namaste

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