SoulPod Satsang Listening Party + Meditation – Ep. 286 – “The Pull of God vs the Pull of Humanity”
“You get so fascinated with God, with enlightenment, with the wisdom of the ages. And in your zeal to do that, it’s very easy to forget. To forget humanity. To forget politics. To forget human concerns. To overlook the daily stuff around you.” – Ram Dass
Our next SoulPod gathering is this Thursday, September 25th at 12 pm EST | 9 am PST (note the new time!), and we’re diving into Episode 286 of the Here and Now podcast: “The Pull of God vs the Pull of Humanity”
To register, sign up for the Ram Dass Fellowship, and check “General Fellowship” under the Fellowship Group Options. You will be added to the mailing list and will receive links prior to the event.
Thursday, September 25 at 12 pm EST | 9 am PST
Here and Now – Episode 286: “Resting in Awareness”
Hosted by Jackie
In this episode of Here and Now, we step into a rare 1975 talk Ram Dass gave in Florida, where he reflects on one of the most profound moments on the spiritual path: the choice between fully merging with the divine or returning to play in the world.
Ram Dass shows us why we might choose to return—to serve, to be an instrument of the Dharma, and to bring freedom and awakening to those who are ready. He explores how true service isn’t about doing more, but about embodying presence, balancing the pull of God with the pull of humanity, and recognizing the perfection of the cosmic dance—even amidst human suffering.
Highlights Include:
🍂 Choosing between the formless and returning to form
🍂 Playing your part as an instrument of the Dharma
🍂 True service as the pursuit of freedom for ourselves and others
🍂 Embracing both cosmic perfection and human reality
New Flow:
➡️ Listening Party – We’ll listen to the podcast episode together
➡️ Discussion – Space to share reflections, insights, and questions
➡️ Practice – Closing with guided practice, resting in the field of loving awareness
All are welcome—no prior experience needed. Just bring your heart and curiosity. Together, we’ll sit in community and let Ram Dass’ words and presence carry us deeper into awareness.
Come sit in the circle with us.
With love,
Jackie
General Fellowship Mission Statement
The general fellowship is dedicated to building community and connections around the teachings of Ram Dass and Maharaji. It provides opportunities to gather together – virtually and in person – to share our experiences, inspirations, curiosities, and wisdom, recognizing that we are all on the path of learning together. We use the space to celebrate and consciously practice the teachings – loving each other exactly as we are, sharing our authenticity and truth with kindness, remembering God is always here and present, and feeding each other, as we are all hungry for something and we all have something to give. We meditate and chant together, listen to Ram Dass lectures, and discuss as a group.
Everyone is welcome.
To register, sign up for the Ram Dass Fellowship, and check “General Fellowship” under the Fellowship Group Options. You will be added to the mailing list and will receive links prior to the event.
