Ep58 Mystics Psychosis amp Madame Blavatsky Glenn Mullin

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In this episode I am once again joined by Tibetologist, author, and Tantric Buddhist lama Glenn Mullin. • We discuss a fascinating range of topics, including Theosophists Madame Blavatsky, Colonel Olcott, and Alice Bailey; and controversial American spiritual teacher Adi Da. • We explore the line between mystical experience and psychotic delusion, and how mystics from various traditions have related to hearing voices and seeing visions. • Glenn comments on the role of teachers and lineage in keeping mystics on track, reveals the 5 different ways to achieve clairvoyance, and discusses why the West produces so many self-initiated adepts. • … • https://www.guruviking.com/ep58-glenn... • Audio version of this podcast also available on iTunes and Stitcher – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast’. • … • Topics Include • 0:00 - Intro • 0:41 - Helena Blavatsky’s influence and Glenn’s history with the Theosophical Society • 14:31 - Mysticism or psychosis? The paranormal powers of the Theosophical Society • 31:07 - Nicholas Roerich and Glenn’s up-coming book • 32:50 - Adi Da, 5 means of achieving clairvoyance, and the pitfalls of self-made mystics • 38:14 - The benefit of a strong living tradition • 45:47 - How do Tibetan cave yogis stay sane? Advice for long retreat. • • … • Audio version of this podcast available on iTunes and Stitcher – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast’. • … • Click this playlist for 7 more Glenn Mullin episodes! • • Lama Glenn Mullin Series • ... • To find our more about Glenn, visit: • https://www.runawayjourneys.com/ • http://www.glennmullin.com/ • / maitripa.glenn • For more interviews, videos, and more visit: • http://www.guruviking.com • Music ‘Deva Dasi’ by Steve James

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