LOB Lightness of Being Series – LB-LOB-EV
Unveil the Essence of Your Being
For the very first time, the Ridhwan School is delving into the profound teachings of the Diamond Approach in an online format. “Lightness of Being” is a unique six-part series scheduled over six weekends from February to August 2021. It promises to illuminate the lataif (the plural of latifa), those subtle dimensions of our existence that beckon us to embrace the pure, unwavering truth of our essence, dispelling the illusion of separation from our spirit.
Each latifa transcends our conventional cognitive understanding, inviting us into the realm of lived experience where we can encounter subtler qualities such as inner sight, inner hearing, and even inner tasting. Through this exploration, our experiences become more vibrant and profound, nurturing the flourishing of the human spirit.
An Introduction for New Explorers
While the lataif may seem exquisitely subtle, they are surprisingly accessible and can be experienced in both dual and non-dual states of consciousness. Hence, “Lightness of Being” serves as an excellent initiation into the Diamond Approach for newcomers, while offering seasoned spiritual seekers a deeper immersion into each quality, unveiling the richness of this spiritual path.
Furthermore, this series is mandatory for all participants planning to join our inaugural Diamond Approach Online group, slated to commence in Fall 2021. With the ongoing global pandemic, we transitioned all our in-person gatherings to virtual platforms for safety reasons. The profound experiences that emerged from this transition have inspired us to consider offering an ongoing group in this format.
At the core of our endeavor lies the aspiration to cultivate an international community of dedicated students from diverse cultural backgrounds, fostering a sustained engagement with the Diamond Approach. This presents a novel opportunity for those seeking ongoing spiritual exploration but unable to attend our traditional in-person gatherings. Please note that this group is exclusively for new students.
Enroll for the Complete Series
Recording Only. Delve into the Subtleties of Spirit: An Introduction to the Lataif with A.H. Almaas, co-founder of the Diamond Approach, and Christof Bosch, Diamond Approach Teacher
In this introductory session, we’ll acquaint ourselves with the lataif and explore how they can enrich our lives by fostering harmony. We’ll also discuss the significance of connecting with these qualities, especially in the current polarized and tumultuous times.
Recording Only. Experience the Joy of Being: The Yellow Latifa with Karen Johnson, co-founder of the Diamond Approach
While the spiritual journey demands courage and discipline, the yellow latifa adds an element of joy and playfulness. It embodies the radiant expression of the heart.
Recording Only. Embrace the Boldness to Be: The Red Latifa with Zarina Maiwandi, Diamond Approach Teacher
The red latifa embodies the essence of courage needed on our inner journey to challenge our assumptions and patterns, allowing us to authentically embrace our vibrant existence.
Recording Only. Discover the Will to Be: The White Latifa with Christof Bosch, Diamond Approach Teacher
Contrary to common understanding, our free will is not about controlling outcomes but aligning with the harmonious unfolding of reality, as revealed by the Diamond Approach.
Recording Only. Attain the Stillness of Being: The Black Latifa with A.H. Almaas, co-founder of the Diamond Approach
Explore the pathway to eternal tranquility: the black latifa. It’s not merely the absence of turmoil but a profound presence of silence that is our birthright and a facet of our spiritual essence.
Recording Only. Unlock the Secret Treasure of Loving-Kindness: The Green Latifa with Karen Johnson, co-founder of the Diamond Approach, and Zarina Maiwandi, Diamond Approach Teacher
Our journey into the mysteries of the heart often begins with acknowledging and embracing our pain. Through the green latifa, we discover the transformative power of our deepest vulnerabilities.
Discover the Truth of Who and What You Are
For the very first time, the Ridhwan School will be offering a deeper level of the Diamond Approach teaching online. “Lightness of Being” is a six-part series that will run over six weekends between February and August 2021. It will explore the lataif (plural of latifa), those subtle qualities of our being that invite us to experience the pure, unshakable truth of what we are, which helps dispel the belief that we are individuals who are somehow separate from our spirit.
Each latifa takes us beyond our ordinary cognitive world into the realm of lived, embodied experience of subtler qualities, allowing us to touch into our inner seeing, inner hearing, even our inner tasting. This in turn makes our experiences richer and fuller, allowing the human spirit to thrive and expand.
An Introductory Experience for New Students
Though the lataif are exquisitely subtle, they are nevertheless relatively easy to access and can be experienced in both dual and non-dual states of being. For this reason, “Lightness of Being” is both an excellent introduction to the Diamond Approach – as well as an opportunity for seasoned spiritual seekers to sink more deeply into each of the qualities and to taste the depth this path has to offer.
The series will also be required for all students who enroll in our first-ever Diamond Approach Online group, expected to begin meeting in Fall 2021. Since COVID-19 began, we moved all current in-person groups online for the sake of safety. The kinds of experiences that emerged from this transition have been inspiring, so we feel there is real possibility for offering an ongoing group in this format.
At the heart of this offering is our intention to develop an international group of committed students from many cultures and backgrounds who can continue with the group for some time. This is a novel opportunity for those who want to engage with this path in an ongoing way but are unable to participate in our usual, preferred in-person style. This group is for new students only.
Register for the Full Series
Recording Only.
with A.H. Almaas, co-founder of the Diamond Approach
and Christof Bosch, Diamond Approach Teacher
In this introduction, we will familiarize ourselves with the lataif and talk about how they can support us in living a harmonious life. We will also discuss how it is more important than ever to connect with these qualities in polarized, conflictual times like the one we are experiencing at this moment on the planet.
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with Karen Johnson, co-founder of the Diamond Approach
It is true that the spiritual journey is not for the faint of heart. It requires steadfastness, discipline, and courage. But the yellow latifa is what also makes it fun. It is the sunny expression of the heart.
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with Zarina Maiwandi, Diamond Approach Teacher
The essence of the red latifa is a quality needed on the inward journey in order to challenge our assumptions and patterns around being big, vibrant, and alive. It stokes our interest and our vigorous engagement with the world, making us feel courageous and daring, and helping us come truly and resplendently into our own.
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with Christof Bosch, Diamond Approach Teacher
What most of us think of as our free will is actually a way of controlling—or trying to control—what is going to happen. The way the Diamond Approach sees will is very different: as something that is aligned with the harmonious unfoldment of reality.
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with A.H. Almaas, co-founder of the Diamond Approach
Explore the bridge to that eternally still and peaceful place: The black latifa. It’s not just the absence of fear, self-doubt, animosity, turmoil, and the cacophony of our human existence. It is a living presence of silence that is our birthright and an aspect of our spiritual nature.
Recording Only.
with Karen Johnson, co-founder of the Diamond Approach
and Zarina Maiwandi, Diamond Approach Teacher
Our biggest hurdle to understanding the mysteries of the heart is our pain. By working with the green latifa, we come to appreciate our pain for the portal that it is. If we follow the crumbs of our experience, we can start to discover the deep core of our heart.
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