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Letters to the Sky

Adam Rizvi & Stephan Downes

Religion & Spirituality

Society & Culture

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Frequency: 1 episode/50d. Total Eps: 45

Letters to the Sky is a podcast about waking up to what you are. We explore awakening and nonduality through honest conversation, irreverent humor, and stories drawn from many traditions and our own lives. Instead of fixed answers, we invite listeners into direct inquiry. Be right where you are. No dogma. Just the ongoing experiment of seeing through illusion and resting in what remains.

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Where Does Spiritual Authority Come From?

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 • Duration 56:26

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In this episode, Stephan and Adam crack open one of the trickiest questions on the spiritual path: Who gets to claim authority — and why do we keep giving it away?

From childhood conditioning to teacher-student dynamics, we explore how spiritual authority forms, how it collapses, and how it can finally return to its rightful place: your own direct knowing. With warmth, humor, and a few gentle provocations, we look at the subtle ways we outsource our inner clarity and how to recognize the voice that was always yours.

A grounded, liberating conversation for anyone walking the line between devotion, discernment, and awakening.

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Embody Enlightenment Now with Adyashanti's The End of Your World

Monday, September 15, 2025 • Duration 56:11

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Exploring Adyashanti's 'The End of Your World'

Stephan and Adam dive into Adyashanti's 'The End of Your World' and share their honest thoughts and personal experiences about the long process of embodying enlightenment after moments of realization. From the pitfalls of spiritual awakening to the simple beauty of being present, they cover it all with warmth, humor, and a sprinkle of cheekiness. Tune in to find out what it's like when spiritual journeys go off script and how honesty can be the game-changer you didn't know you needed. Grab your favorite drink, sit back, and enjoy this adventure through the world of spirituality with a side of laughs.

00:00 Reconnecting
00:54 Discussing 'The End of Your World' by Adyashanti
03:10 Dissolution and Reality
05:08 Challenges and Realizations in Awakening
09:37 Waking Up is Like a Rocket
11:14 Personal Awakening Experiences
16:57 The Importance of Honesty
26:38 Traps and Pitfalls on the Spiritual Path
31:58 The Ego's Voice: Convincing You That Now is Not Okay
32:43 The Simplicity of 'I Am': Insights from Adyashanti
33:31 Questioning Reincarnation: A Personal Reflection
35:23 The Trap of Concepts: How They Shape Our Lives
36:40 Understanding Adyashanti: Background and Teachings
40:42 Awakening in the Present Moment
43:06 The Impact of Future Obsession on the Present
46:36 Practical Advice for Overcoming Future Obsession
54:45 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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LET GO OF CHASING SUCCESS: Life Lessons From a Doctor - Postcard #3

Monday, December 16, 2024 • Duration 20:59

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In this heartfelt episode, Adam and Stephan connect over their evolving lives, sharing personal breakthroughs and profound realizations. Adam dives deep into his recent experiences with meditation, achieving a moment of clarity and love that reshapes his perspective on self-worth and validation. Through a touching story involving visions of great spiritual teachers, Adam learns the importance of loving others and himself without the need for titles or positions. Join them in this reflective conversation about meditation, inner peace, and the journey towards self-acceptance.

00:00 Welcome Back!
00:53 Adam's Turn to Share
01:21 A Meditation Experience
06:07 The Power of Meditation
08:19 Discussing the Enneagram
11:41 The Importance of Mental Hygiene
19:27 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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Healing Relationships Through Intention - Postcard #2

Sunday, December 15, 2024 • Duration 24:21

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In this week's episode of the Letters to the Sky podcast, Stephan opens up about a profound realization regarding his relationship with his wife, which sparked a deep discussion with Adam. They explore how relationships serve as mirrors that reflect our subconscious triggers and the power of sitting with strong emotions for healing.

Through personal anecdotes, Stephan shares the transformative impact of awareness and communication in overcoming emotional challenges, highlighting the significance of intention in navigating relational dynamics.

00:00 Introduction to This Week's Podcast

00:25 Stephan's Realization and Its Impact

02:15 Understanding the Mirror Concept in Relationships

05:51 Practical Example: Teasing Incident

08:25 Healing Through Awareness and Communication

19:48 The Power of Intention in Relationships

24:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Leading From the Deep by Diego Ugalde - Psychedelics and Spirituality

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 • Duration 01:07:43

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Diego Ugalde - Leadership From the Deep - Conversation About Psychedelics and Spirituality

In this episode, Adam and Steven welcome former Navy SEAL and renowned coach Diego Ugalde as their special guest. Diego shares his transformative journey from being a Navy SEAL to becoming a leadership coach who specializes in spiritual and psychedelic healing. The discussion delves into Diego's experiences with Ibogaine, his book 'Leading from the Deep,' and the profound insights he has gained through elevated states of consciousness. They explore themes of fear, spiritual bypassing, the power of psychedelics in mental health and self-awareness, and the similarities between psychedelic and meditative awakening. Diego also talks about his work with The Trident Approach and Warriorside, initiatives dedicated to helping veterans and civilians connect and heal through storytelling and psychedelic experiences.

The Trident Approach: https://thetridentapproach.com/

00:00 Hi Adam. Hi Stephan.
00:40 Introducing Diego Ugalde
01:52 Diego's Background and Achievements
04:39 Discussing Diego's Book and Psychedelic Healing
05:28 Diving into Ibogaine Experience
11:20 The Healing Power of Psychedelics
18:57 Spiritual Bypassing and Psychedelics
28:36 Facing Fear and Divine Guidance
34:26 Striving for Acceptance
35:25 The Cost of Fearlessness
36:29 Awareness and Muscle Memory
37:26 Balancing Fear and Combat
38:45 Insights from a True Story
43:22 Flow State vs. Dissociative State
45:31 Meditation and Psychedelics
59:36 The Core Truth of Love
01:03:17 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts

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Staying Centered In Crazy Times - Postcard #1

Monday, November 25, 2024 • Duration 19:35

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In this episode of the 'Letters to the Sky' podcast, Adam and Stephan introduce a new, shorter format called 'Postcards'. They discuss strategies for staying grounded amid the turmoil of the recent U.S. presidential election and how to find inner peace despite external chaos. Join them as they share insights on the importance of looking within, meditation techniques, and personal reflections on life; a candid conversation about navigating today's challenges with mindfulness and compassion.

00:00 Introduction and New Setup
00:24 Introducing Postcards: Shorter Format
01:47 Staying Grounded in Crazy Times
04:07 Inner Peace and Mass Consciousness
11:31 Breathing Techniques for Relaxation
18:57 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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Ram Dass's Polishing the Mirror

Monday, September 23, 2024 • Duration 01:07:25

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Join Adam and Stephan discussing one of the 20th century's pioneers in bringing Eastern thought to Western minds.

In Polishing the Ram Dass reflects on a life of practice and awakening. Adam and Stephan discuss the nature of truth and devotion.

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The Disappearance of the Universe

Monday, July 22, 2024 • Duration 53:02

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Stephan and Adam discuss the bestseller The Disappearance of the Universe: Straight Talk about Illusions, Past Lives, Religion, Sex, Politics, and the Miracles of Forgiveness by Gary Renard.

This book tells the incredible story of ascended masters revealing great truths to an everyman - Gary Renard, and documents years of conversations about what's really going on behind the scenes of our reality.

Link to buy the book: https://tinyurl.com/mrxr3cvu

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Pema Chödrön's When Things Fall Apart

Saturday, February 10, 2024 • Duration 01:14:09

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Do you ever feel like everything's crumbling around you and you've lost all control? Have you ever gone through some traumatic event that's left your heart closed off from the world? Pema Chödrön has the antidote for you.

This short, pithy book sparks a deep and honest conversation about the limitations of our humanity and the infinite power of our hearts to transform our lives.

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Proof of Heaven by Eben Alexander

Friday, December 22, 2023 • Duration 59:01

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Stephan and Adam discuss the impossible true story of a neurosurgeon who had one of the most descriptive and profound near-death experiences put to words. Is consciousness a product of the brain or is the brain an interface for something larger? Why do Christians see Christian beings when they die, and Buddhists the Buddha? What does it mean to be perfect and whole?

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