Live Free with Selena Sage

Inspired this morning by a recording shared by a dear friend in London (link below), I reflect on shared experiences of People of Color around the world; recall my past visits to London; and share my hopes that all will recognize our Oneness and come to celebrate perceived differences as beauty. Link to radio interview: https://www.lbc.co.uk/radio/presenters/james-obrien/remarkable-caller-racism-n...

I am so happy to honor modern mystic, Sister Thea Bowman (1937-1990) who actually had an impact on my life in a way I didn’t know—she was the pivotal force behind the “Lead Me, Guide Me” hymnal used in African-American Catholic Churches, like the one I was raised in! The granddaughter of an enslaved person, Sister Thea earned advanced degrees (B.A., M.A., and PhD) and became an educator before bec...

While this day is typically devoted to guided meditations, I bent the rules and instead discussed peace and why I decided to temporarily disconnect from social media and spend more time in nature. I also shared a passage from a book I love entitled, “The Unborn: The Life and Teachings of Zen Master Bankei, 1622-1693” by Norman Waddell. Bankei points to the Unborn with a simple and beautiful style...

In this episode, I speak as a concerned citizen of America. I have been very privileged in so many ways, but living as a Black woman in America has given me a unique window at different inequalities that still exist. I share those insights and some ideas, and I hope that I’ve done the changemakers in my family proud with this message. They paved the way for me and I owe them for the path to freedo...

Like so many others, I have been deeply affected by the tragic murder of George Floyd. Examples like this shine a light on racism and injustice in society, and it is a call to action to stand against these forces of darkness with our own Light. The episode is dedicated to George Floyd, his family and friends, and all who have been affected by this tragedy—particularly those who have been called to...

Thank you to my dear friend Lelita here in Santo Antão, Cabo Verde for submitting the wonderful question that I address today. Overcoming fear to get free is discussed in terms of (1) Career, (2) Relationships, (3) Situations, (4) Society, and (5) Spirituality. // As mentioned in the talk, I would like to share information for the National Domestic Abuse Hotline: www.thehotline.org and 1-800-799-7...

Get my fourth book, “HAIKU to be free” for *FREE!* when you subscribe at zentaobooks.com :)! (A coupon code will be automatically emailed to you for a free download of this ebook.) // In this episode, I share the inspiration behind the creation of the book; a reading from “The Heart of Awareness” — a translation of The Ashtavakra Gita by Thomas Byron; and a reading+discussion of three haiku from “...

Memories of my wonderful trip down under to Sydney and Katoomba in Australia! My most sincere thanks to my dear mate Lorraine for making the trip even more incredible! I have so much love for the country of Australia and all of the beautiful people! I highly recommend visiting Aus! :)! Namasté. SelenaSage.com // selena@selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Since today, May 27th, is my birthday, I was emboldened to put myself in the holy company of the sages I usually feature on this day to share three pieces of wisdom, starting with loving yourself exactly as you are ;) This morning, I recorded from my balcony to try to limit the construction noises around me, so thank you for forgiving the wind and other background noises haha // Also, a minor corr...

In the wise words of the German mystic Meister Eckhart, “If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is thank you, it will be enough.” This guided meditation begins with a Qi Gong breathing exercise before simply saying thank you. As we empty ourselves of all things, we become full. Namasté. SelenaSage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Starting with a Taoist story called “A Point of View” (I realize I was a little too close to the mic and some of the “p’s” are plosive haha I will try to watch that next time ;) from “Tales from the Tao” by Solala Towler, we discuss the role perception plays in how we see the world. How might you shift your perception to recognize the areas in your life where you’re making adjustments to try to be...

Thank you so very much for your kind support for Season 1 on the show! I’m delighted to kick off a new season! In this episode, I share what I’ve been up-to—including building the new website for zentaobooks.com and releasing my fourth book, “HAIKU to be free” — available for FREE when you subscribe at zentaobooks.com :)! // I also share a bit of wisdom from “White Fire” by Mooji to center us in s...

Thank you, thank you, thank you for your wonderful support of Season 1 of Live Free with Selena Sage! Your kind notes, questions, and plays powered me to the incredible feat of recording 50 episodes in a matter of weeks! Wow! I am amazed that this podcast has reached you in over 15 countries and I’m thankful for the many hundreds of plays the episodes have received!! As a thank you gift, I am putt...

This episodes concludes the beautiful story as told in the Katha Upanishad. We are given the wisdom and encouragement needed to recognize our truest Self that is within us and all around. I hope that my commentary of this beautiful story encourages you to read and study it further! It contains all wisdom needed to discover and be the Self. Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Encouragement to maintain your gratitude practice during these changing times, and use new free time to teach yourself a new skill! Learning, sharing, and perhaps even teaching others this new skill is a great way to make great use of additional time you might have in your life. Wishing you health, wellness, peace, and love. Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Memories from travels in Shanghai, Kunshan, and Shenzhen areas in China. Every visit I’ve had to China has been memorable and educational! Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

In the exploration of the beauty and magic of Zen, I am so happy to be able to share stories and koans directly from known female Zen masters! Taken from the book “Zen Echoes” by Beata Grant, the encounter of 12th Century nun Miaozhang with a male master who challenged her belonging is legendary! She immediately responded, “Is the Buddhadharma divided into male and female forms?” which, to me, clo...

Through our breath alone, we transform fear to love and darkness to light. Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Especially in uncertain times, focusing our attention on gratitude is the best way to reshape our reality. Sri Mooji tells us our three powers are Belief, Attention, and Identification. When we turn our attention to the positive, believe it, and identify with it, we remake our entire world! I encourage you to have a daily gratitude practice and train yourself to think of something positive of a ne...

A discussion of attachment, and the ability to trace one’s attachments to whatever is causing suffering. Release yourself from toxic thoughts, memories, and situations and recognize yourself as the unchanging, beyond even the Observer of all of that—which will automatically release you from a state of suffering. By “dying before you die” you can become united with the eternally real—your truest Se...

Continuing with reading and commentary of the Katha Upanishad—a beautiful story full of pointings of the eternal and unchanging. In this part, we go deeper into the discussion of Atman (Self). We learn the subtly of this position and what it takes to recognize it. From there, we recognize the Purusha (the Cosmic Soul) and ultimately the nothingness that is beyond even that state, which is the fina...

Sharing poems from my second book, “unbreakable” along with commentary and discussion about some of the inspiration behind the poems. Embracing your power and free beauty of independence is a superpower. YOU are a Superhero ;) “unbreakable” is available at amazon.com/author/selenasage or as an ebook on zentaobooks.com/shop Namaste. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author

Recalling memories of my wonderful trip to Iceland, with special thanks to my dear friends, owners of Iceland Luxury Tours — icelandluxurytours.com — which is a fantastic way to see the country! I highly recommend their company for your visit to Iceland! (Their website also has beautiful pictures of the country!) With their Super Jeeps, we drove through rivers, up glaciers, and visited lakes in do...

The wisdom of contemporary Indian Saint and Goddess Sri Anandamayi Ma (1896-1982–lovingly known as Sri Ma), a self-realized master of no particular path. She shared Truth and spread joy and love through her very presence. Her beauty shines through so clearly in every picture and it is clearly a reflection of her divine spirit. Her lessons of love, equality, and the importance of service to others...

A guided meditation to connect you with the prana (life force), free of thoughts, feelings, an emotion...a space of joy, light, and love. Freedom is recognizing yourself as this state and loving the manifold manifestations of that state. Namasté. selenasage.com // Fb+IG: Selena Sage - Author