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TEA AND ZEN - THREADS

Threads is a contemplative audio offering from Meditation Sans Frontières, a sanctuary devoted to presence, remembrance, and the quiet radiance of being. These transmissions arise from lived experience — from grief that has softened into wisdom, from love that refuses to diminish, and from the sacred interior technologies of stillness and relational presence. Nigel Lott....nigel@teaandzen.org

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7:21

TEA AND ZEN

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/07/14

To achieve true freedom, to harmonize our will with that of the Universe and its creative essence, there inevitably comes a pivotal moment in every life. It demands great courage—regardless of the consequences—where we must align with the truth residing solely within the spiritual heart and its innate Love and Wisdom. It calls us to take a firm stand with feet grounded firmly on Mother Earth, may you find your way there, may you find your way home!Every thought, word, and action must then be guided

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5:07

RETURN TO LOVE - Less than a blink of an eye away in...

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/07/10

Sit with yourself for a moment or two in a quiet space, and remember Love. Circumstances would have it at times, that Love appears to have been forgotten in our grief. In those moments know that it has not forgotten you, its truth forever your guide and friend. It waits patiently for your return, and yes it really is only a blink of an eye away. Nigel LottMusic ‘Somewhere in Between’ by Epidemic Sound.“ Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at

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2:38

SOUL SPARK -Harmony of Heart and Soul: Embracing...

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/07/08

The patterns, dynamics, and laws that govern our lives weave between our thinking minds and the wisdom of our hearts. These principles apply both individually and collectively within humanity.Recognizing that every individual consciousness contributes significantly to the energy of our world and the universe, influencing the balance between light and darkness, is crucial. We hold responsibility for the presence of light or darkness in any given moment.Thus, it becomes our personal responsibility to

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1:18

SOUL SPARK

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/07/08

You come to us from another world,from beyond the stars and void of space,transcendent,pure,of unimaginable beauty,bringing with you the essence of love.You transform all who are touched by you.Mundane concerns,troubles and sorrows dissolve in your presence,bringing joy to ruler and ruled,to peasant and king.You bewilder us with your grace.All evils transform into goodness.You are the master alchemist.You light the fire of love in earth and sky, in heart and soul of every being.Through your love,

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2:21

INDEPENDENCE DAY

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/07/04

I am musing on this July 4th about celebration, celebrating Independence, Independence Day.And how that translates to me is a deep desire a prayer if you like that all life, all sentient beings become free, become independent of their suffering.For we are One Love.And our resistance to that is all the suffering that any of us go through, in any particular lifetime, or put it another way we find that when we surrender to that one love within and without all suffering ceases. For this reason;

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3:33

SOUL SPARK

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/07/03

"When you truly realize that you have everything you need, and always have-deep within, then you will want for nothing more." Nigel LottThere is a hunger in every human heart, which nothing can satisfy or appease— a hunger for something more true than ordinary human beings wit of, a hunger for the real, a hunger for the sublime. It is the nostalgia of the soul, of the spirit-soul of man. The source of this longing is the home-sickness brought about by the soul-memory of our spiritual abode, whence

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8:26

THE BREATH #1

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/28

The vagus nerve provides a pathway to inner peace and well-being. By tapping into the calming effects of breathing, we activate this remarkable neural pathway and nurture a deeper sense of calm, clarity, and connection in our lives. In every breath—inhale and exhale alike—lies an opportunity for each of us to reconnect with ourselves, find peace amid chaos, and embrace the richness of our human experience. Take a moment to pause, breathe deeply, and rediscover the profound wisdom that resides within

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1:06

SOUL SPARK

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/28

Despite our having individual identities or forms, we are all part of a larger whole, much like how a river flows into the ocean, merging and becoming one with it, any perceived separation is but illusion. That despite apparent separateness or duality in individuals or relationships, there is ultimately a singular essence or energy that connects and unifies them …..in this case, LOVE being that unifying force. Nigel Lott teaandzen.orgWhen you listen to the words of this poem, listen with all of your

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5:02

SOUL SPARKS

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/26

To recognize the omnipresence of Love opens up infinite possibilities, every moment becomes precious, each breath a testament to the divine presence surrounding us. Love, a universal force, transcends all boundaries and has the power to transform suffering into liberation. Embrace also the boundless love within; let it guide you to self-realization and illumination. Surrender to its power, knowing it encompasses all that ever was or will be.Music ‘Lay Down With Me’ By Hannah Lindgren Get full access

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1:24

THE MORNING POEM

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/25

Whistling SwansDo you bow your head when you pray or do you lookup into that blue space?Take your choice, prayers fly from all directions.And don’t worry about what language you use,God no doubt understands them all.Even when the swans are flying north and makingsuch a ruckus of noise, God is surely listeningand understanding.Rumi said, There is no proof of the soul.But isn’t the return of spring and how itsprings up in our hearts a pretty good hint?Yes, I know, God’s silence never breaks, but

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2:50

SOUL SPARK

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/22

During moments when truth seems overwhelming and our desires clash with reality, our human inclination to impose judgments and preferences arises naturally. Love, however….the essence of the Great Way of Things….remains impartial, free from bias. It allows the absolute reality of truth to surface, ensuring that it is revealed in its entirety, now and forevermore…….that all destiny might prevail. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at

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2:11

DANTES PRAYER

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/22

When the dark wood fell before meAnd all the paths were overgrownWhen the priests of pride say there is no other wayI tilled the sorrows of stoneI did not believe because I could not seeThough you came to me in the nightWhen the dawn seemed forever lostYou showed me your love in the light of the starsCast your eyes on the oceanCast your soul to the seaWhen the dark night seems endlessPlease remember meThen the mountain rose before meBy the deep well of desireFrom the fountain of forgivenessBeyond

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4:36

UNDERSTANDING GRIEF

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/19

Grief is a profound and complex emotion that touches every human at some point in life. It manifests in the deep sense of loss we experience when something or someone we cherish is no longer with us. But grief is more than just sadness; it encompasses a fundamental belief that we have lost our connection to Love itself.When we speak of Love in this context, we refer to more than just romantic or familial bonds. It's about the deepest connection imaginable, where unity prevails and distinctions

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6:09

SOUL SPARK

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/17

All forms of life are precious….ALL FORMS…..no matter any preferences or judgements to the contrary, because all forms of life are imbued with the creative force of the universe ….LOVE….without which they would not exist.Nigel Lott teaandzen.orgMusic ‘Capitola Sunset' by Ave Air Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

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1:59

FATHERS DAY

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/15

May the blessings of love be upon you, May its peace abide with you, May its essence illuminate your heart, Now and forever more. Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

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2:18

SOUL SPARK

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/15

If you find yourself in two minds looking for the truth of something, look deep into your heart instead, you’ll discover it there. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

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5:36

A PRAYER AND BLESSING

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/13

Long may your awareness of love and its power abide within you….its undying beauty always to remain. If you should forget its presence in you however….in times of trial and tribulation do not worry……for it will never forget you…..its truth forever your guide and friend. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

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3:14

SOUL SPARK

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/11

LOVE.Love is God, God is LoveThat's what I believe.It's the very fundamental, essential creative force that underpins all existence, permeating every form and no form, omnipresent and infinite in nature.That's what God is.I do recall as a small child being asked to pray to God.I can't quite place whether it was at the end of my bed, the side of my bed, or somewhere in between.But even as a very young child, not as a cognitive memory, but as a deep awareness I had been taught thatGod was in heaven, a

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5:00

MEDITATION ON SELF CARE IN THE WORKPLACE

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/10

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14:11

NOTES ON BURNOUT

TEA AND ZEN - THREADS ·

2024/06/09

One important aspect I omitted in this recording is the significance of embracing the concept of letting go of outcomes. It's crucial to maintain our intent for something wholeHEARTedly, yet release our fixation on the final outcome, relinquishing our attachment to any specific result. Why? Because ultimately, we have no control over the outcome of anything!May All Love Become YOU. Get full access to Tea and Zen - Meditation Sans Frontieres at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe

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