Episode 14: Awakening to Life's Sacred Moments: Journeying Through "Wake Up Call" with Tom Rapsas

Spiritual But Not Religious

In this episode of "Spiritual but Not Religious" with Jill Dominguez, we delve into the profound insights of Tom Rapsas's book, Wake Up Call. Tom's journey mirrors many of our own as he navigates a departure from the confines of organized religion toward a more expansive spiritual understanding. Through his exploration of various traditions and thinkers, Tom shares with us the realization that true wisdom transcends any single belief system or authority.

Jill guides us through the rich tapestry of Wake Up Call, which is structured as a collection of essays spanning 16 chapters, each offering a daily reflection on themes such as Inspiration, Awareness, and Inner Work. Drawing from the wisdom of spiritual luminaries like Thomas Merton, Eckhart Tolle, and the Dalai Lama, Tom invites us to contemplate profound questions about existence, purpose, and the nature of divinity itself.
Throughout the episode, Jill highlights key passages and insights, from the importance of listening deeply to others and to our own inner voice, to the transformative power of forgiveness and compassion. She shares personal reflections on moments that deeply resonated with her, offering a heartfelt invitation to embrace life's sacred moments and find meaning in the ordinary.
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Links:
About Tom Rapsas and Wake Up Call:
https://www.tomrapsas.com
Andre Dubus essay:
https://sites.up.edu/portlandmagazine/making-sandwiches-for-my-daughters/
NPR interview with Andre Dubus:
https://www.npr.org/2023/08/01/1191357456/novelist-andre-dubus-iii
The Guardian article on awe:
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/sep/23/how-getting-more-awe-can-improve-your-life-and-even-make-you-a-nicer-person
Richard Rohr on nonduality:
https://cac.org/daily-meditations/the-dualistic-mind-2017-01-29/
Eckhart Tolle interview "On Being":
https://eckharttolle.com/listen-on-being-with-krista-tippett/

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