GuruMojo Podcast

Welcome to the gurumojo podcast, number eleven! Where it’s my job to share the wisdom and insights that I have found to be helpful to me in becoming a happier and more compassionate person. Gurumojo comes from the idea that everyone can take responsibility for their own spiritual life. There are so many practices and philosophies out there that it can be easy to miss the ones that may really speak to you and be the most helpful. On this episode I explore my recent fascination with the modern practice of Magick, Tarot, and Crystal Meditation.

On this episode, I sit down to talk with Yhang Quintero of Wildcrafters in Jacksonville, Florida. Wildcrafters is the first booze-free bar here in Jacksonville. Yhang has created an amazing space offering a chill bar and lounge vibe with kava, teas, and amazing craft cocktails, all without alcohol. His partner in the bar is Mark Salter, who is back on episode 8, check out that conversation if you haven’t already. Don’t forget to check me out on Instagram @gurumojome and maybe consider supporting the podcast at Patreon.com/gurumojo Thank you so much for your attention, I know it is precious. Namaste

I’d like to talk about the power of imagination and intention, and the realization of your own reality. The main techniques a visualization you do when you are in a drowsy state. It can usually be that sleepy time when your going to bed and are about to fall asleep. This state of consciousness is like a bridge between the dreaming world and your conscious state. a. You pick you desire, a wish, it could be anything you want. Money, relationships, a job, a car, literally anything you want to have in the world b. You enter that drowsy state, and in your mind, you imagine a short scene, with lots of detail, of having the thing you desire, you already have it. See it as real, if it is a house, what does the furniture look like, what kind of art is on the walls, is it on the waterfront, in the mountains. Details. The imagine how you would feel once the desire is fulfilled, look around and feel the feeling of having it. Wow, this is it, and include the thought, it’s just like I imagined it! Then go to sleep, carry on with your life, don’t give it much thought after that. And watch it unfold in your world. You can start small or go big! It’s fun to test it on small stuff. The trick is believing that it has already come true. If you imagine that it will happen, “someday” then that day will never come, it will always be “someday” Like this bar here in Jacksonville that always had a sign out front that said, “Free Beer Tomorrow” The sign was always up so the joke was that whenever you came in for the free beer, it was always, “nope, that’s tomorrow! So what can I get ya today?” You have to imagine that you already have it. Because you do! c. Also, don’t concern yourself with how the thing will come to you. That’s nunya. Nun ya damn business! Just focus on having it already and how does that feel, and watch out! A small thing to practice on is a parking space. I picture the car backing out of the space exactly where I want to park and imagine the feeling of just pulling right in, so happy, so grateful, and it’s just like I imagined it! It’s almost scary how well it works. d. The more you do this, the more confidence you get in the technique. Noah also talks about “pressure testing” where the thing you want doesn’t come fast enough, or doesn’t happen just the way you wanted it to. That’s just you testing your own faith in the process. You have to double-down and believe that this is true. You’ll see! 2. Another technique is the audio version of the previous exercise. a. Do the same thing, find your desire, a wish, go into that sleepy state. b. But this time construct a scene where you hear the voice of a friend or someone you love saying “Congratulations, you did it” or “Wow its really amazing that you have this great job that you wanted, good for you” keep it vivid in sensory and the feelings you feel. Hearing these words of congratulations and admiration from a friend or loved one reinforces the effect. It cements the reality for you so that you can more easily believe that it is true.

Today I’d like to share with you a conversation I had recently with a friend of mine, a great guy with a vast knowledge that spans many topics as you will see, a quasi-brother-in-law, twice removed, Mark Salter. In this conversation, Mark talks about such diverse subjects as gut-biome, antibiotics, forestry and foraging and agricultural history, plant medicine, magic mushrooms and ancient culture, mantra meditation, Japanese forest-bathing, we talk about cancer and epigenetics, and much, much more…. we even talk about Atlantis! I mean… it’d almost be easier for me to list the few things in this world that we didn’t talk about! Also, I should mention that there is a brief mention of sexual abuse you should be aware of, as well as some adult language. All of this while we walk a nature trail at the Jacksonville Arboretum here in Jacksonville, FL. We walked 3.9 miles through beautiful, natural Florida trails with me holding up my mini-recorder and trying to keep up. That being said, I think it sounds pretty good, you’ll hear me tromping around, (Mark was barefoot), we pass some other folks on the trail and say good morning, some planes fly over… It’s like you’re right there on the trail with us! There’s even a little bit after we say goodbye when we were talking in the parking lot and Mark was like, “oh, you should record this…” so listen for that… Mark is such an amazing guy. I’m so grateful to him for taking the time to share his knowledge. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.

What the heck is Buddhism anyway? On this episode, I want to give you a basic rundown of what Buddhism is. For me, the Buddhist teachings have been the main practice, the main influence that has helped me to grow as a more compassionate, a more centered and loving person. And before I knew what Buddhism was, you know, I didn’t know. It was off my radar. But then as I was starting my spiritual path, in my early 20’s, I came across the basic teachings and they just spoke to me. The Buddhist concepts just resonated with me as something that I already believed without having already put it into words for myself. Check it out and let me know what you think.

GuruMojo podcast episode number six! I’m your host, Kenny Jenkins, and I’d like to invite you to join me as I try to unravel the mystery of this incarnation, and get to heart of what really matters for us in this lifetime. In this episode, I share a self-actualization I heard from Paul Selig on the Duncan Trussell Family Hour Podcast. Amazing! I also talk about veganism and being a vegetarian. I also talk about singing bowls and share the experience of trying yoga on a paddleboard! So much fun! Thank you for your generous attention! Namaste. Kenny J.

Welcome to episode number five of the GuruMojo Podcast! In this episode, I elaborate on a piece of great advice given by meditation teacher, David Nictern, when he was interviewed by Duncan Trussell on the DTFH Podcast. Check it out... Thank you so much for your generous attention. Namaste... Kenny Jenkins

Hello! I’m so excited to bring you episode number four! I talk about a couple of really great, inspiring moments from podcasts I love. There’s a bit from James Altucher interviewing Tony Robbins that blew me away, as well as a really touching moment from The Tim Ferriss Show when he interviewed meditation master, Jack Kornfield. I also tackle the question, “Is meditation for me?” Can you guess my answer! lol… Thank you so much for your generous attention. Don’t forget to breathe… Kenny J.

All right! Podcast episode 003! I recently tried out sensory deprivation via float tank! In this episode I’ll talk about the experience, spoiler alert, it was AMAZING! I’ll also discuss my vision for the future of Meditation. Check it and let me know if you’d like for me to cover any specific topics or questions. Thank you so much for your generous attention. Kenny J.

Podcast number two! In this episode I rave about the Headspace app, and talk a bit about the awesome book, Tools Of Titans, by Tim Ferriss. I also hit upon the book How To Practice by the Dalai Lama, as well as talk about navigating levels of consciousness and Integral Theory. Ken Wilber’s Integral Theory Model has had a huge impact on my life, and I wouldn’t be meditating daily if I hadn’t found it. Check it out! I’ve also upgraded my audio equipment since episode one, so it will be a little easier on the ears. Quick note: I have no affiliation with the people or products that I talk about or link to on this episode. I like them and benefit from them, so I want you to know about them. I am not compensated in any way for these endorsements. Thank you so much for your time and attention. Don’t forget to breathe… Kenny J.

The first podcast born of the blog! Here’s a quick run-down of some of the key information in the first few blog posts. I discuss why we should meditate, giving examples of its benefits and naming some highly successful people who meditate from different walks of life. I also describe simple instructions for anyone to try and begin this life-changing practice. Thanks for tuning in! Don’t forget to breathe! Kenny J.