Dr Simon Robinson

Dr Simon Robinson

Sudden Methods and Traumatic Enlightenment in Buddhist Practice

a monk meditates in the sun

Explore the fascinating world of sudden enlightenment methods in Buddhist practice, including Zen training, koans, and the psychological mechanisms behind spiritual awakening.
sudden enlightenment, Buddhist practice, Zen Buddhism, Chan Buddhism, koan practice, spiritual awakening, meditation techniques, Buddhist training, mindfulness, enlightenment methods, Buddhist psychology, Zen master, Buddhist traditions

The Master of the Temple: Universal Patterns in Mystical Attainment

A heavenly temple

Explore the universal patterns of mystical attainment and the grade of Master of the Temple across Western esoteric traditions. Learn about Thelemic practices, meditation techniques, and spiritual transformation.
Master of the Temple, mysticism, Thelema, Western esotericism, Tree of Life, spiritual attainment, meditation practices, mantric work, crossing the abyss, magical traditions, spiritual development, occult training

The Holy Guardian Angel: A Study in Spiritual Guidance

an angel descends a flight of stairs

Explore the concept of the Holy Guardian Angel and spiritual guidance through various traditions, examining the dual nature of consciousness, spiritual evolution, and the path to higher awareness.
Holy Guardian Angel, spiritual guidance, dharma, consciousness, spiritual development, meditation, karma, ancestral spirits, spiritual practice, mysticism, esoteric wisdom, inner guidance, spiritual evolution, psyche, Aleister Crowley, Socrates daemon

A New Kind of Demon

A meditating monk surrounded by light.

Explore the concept of demonic beings in Buddhist practice, their relationship with shamelessness and moral indifference, and how to overcome spiritual temptations on the path to enlightenment.
Buddhist demons, Abhidhamma, spiritual alchemy, albedo, skandha demons, Buddhist practice, spiritual development, Buddhist philosophy, Śūraṅgama Sūtra, Buddhist meditation, spiritual temptation, Buddhist path

Grace and the Healing of Shame

An angelic woman bathed in light

Explore the deep connection between grace and shame, understanding its biblical origins, psychological impact, and the path to healing through self-awareness and compassion.
shame, grace, healing, self-awareness, biblical shame, psychological healing, spiritual transformation, self-reflection, compassion, forgiveness, karma, consciousness, personal growth

The White Stone

a mysterious and luminous white stone floats above a dais in a moonlit chamber

Explore the spiritual symbolism of the white stone in alchemy, karmic transformation, and the dual path of spiritual development through ancient wisdom traditions.
alchemy, white stone, albedo, spiritual transformation, karma, philosopher's stone, spiritual development, esoteric wisdom, alchemical symbolism, karmic intent

The Moon: Reflections on Mind and Matter

A full moon suspended over reflective water and a golden arch

Explore the profound connection between the Moon, consciousness, and spiritual transformation through the lens of ancient wisdom traditions, alchemy, and Buddhist thought.
moon symbolism, alchemy, Buddhist karma, consciousness, spiritual transformation, lunar cycles, feminine divine, albedo, meditation, mindfulness, ancient wisdom

The Alchemist

Explore the transformative journey of alchemy as both science and spiritual practice. Learn about the universal messages hidden in alchemical traditions and the path to personal transformation.
alchemy, spiritual transformation, esoteric wisdom, philosopher's stone, mystical traditions, spiritual development, hermetic philosophy, personal transformation, consciousness, meditation

The Seed of Nirvana

an alchemists chamber

Explore the alchemical journey of consciousness transformation through meditation, breakthrough experiences, and spiritual awakening. Learn about the relationship between subjective reality and transcendental awareness in this comprehensive guide to spiritual alchemy.
alchemy, spirituality, consciousness, meditation, transcendental awareness, nirvana, philosophical transformation, spiritual journey, Buddhist meditation, jhana, prima materia, albedo, dark night of the soul

The Dark Night of the Soul

A solitary monk in a dark hall.

Explore the transformative journey through the Dark Night of the Soul, a profound spiritual passage described through alchemical metaphors and mystical poetry. Features St. John of the Cross's timeless poem and insights into spiritual transformation.
dark night of the soul, spiritual transformation, mysticism, St. John of the Cross, alchemy, spiritual journey, nigredo, albedo, spiritual awakening, mystical poetry, spiritual development, contemplative practice, spiritual crisis, consciousness transformation, mystical experience