The Path of Mysticism, Suffering and Spiritual Evolution

The Big D vs the Little D

The word "dharma" gets thrown around a lot online. Most people use it to mean your personal purpose. And that's true, but it's only half the story. In this talk from Shaw's Cove, I break down the big D and the little d. Big D dharma is the teachings of enlightenment. The living transmission passed from teacher to student that doesn't register through words — it goes straight to the subconscious and the heart. Real spiritual transformation is energetic, not intellectual. I get into the alchemical process behind this: projection and multiplication. You need the philosopher's stone to make the philosopher's stone. Little d dharma is your personal purpose. The creative expression only you can bring into the world, built from the exact experiences — even the painful ones — that shaped you. It's the thing that feels like a tidal wave and the most natural move at the same time. I also get into why no teacher is perfect — and why that realization makes the teachings more accessible, not less. If you've ever put a guru on a pedestal, this section is for you. Nature is the living dharma. The way the universe creates itself is the same way consciousness unfolds inside you. They're one process. This is part of my Summer School of Mysticism series. If that resonates, subscribe and drop a comment. I'd love to hear what your personal dharma is pulling you toward.

Dreaming as a Path of Awakening & Manifestation

Dreaming as a path of Awakening and how to better manifest your life with lucid dreaming

Peyote, The Medicine of the Shimmering Heart w/ Kuauhtli Vasquez

In today's episode I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with someone I respect in the medicine traditions of Mexico, my friend Kuauthli. Kuauhtli is a great-grandfather, who’s gigantic heart, love for nature, impeccable positivity and unique humor has touched and transformed the lives of countless people around the globe. Kuauhtli's years of involvement in the movement for human rights and activities to preserve the indigenous ways of life served as preparation for his path bringing ceremonies around the world. In the nahuatl language Kuauhtli means ‘eagle’. Kuauhtli’s love and devotion to Tonantzin, our sacred mother earth, and his many years of Sundance are an inspiration to many following the Red Road. For the past four decades, Kuauhtli has dedicated himself to conducting Mexica ceremonies of "Xochitl in Cuicatl" (Flower and Song), Native American Church tipi meetings, Temazcal (sweat lodge) and Mexica danza, contributing to the awakening and reconnection of humanity with Nature in 40 countries. In March of 2026, I'll be leading a retreat in Nosara Costa Rica with Kuauhtli and his partner Delfina. If you would like to inquire for more information, please reach out to me directly via email or instagram. @taylor.doretti or t@taylordoretti.com

Why Mystics Practice Open Eyed Meditaiton

In this episode, we dive into why Mystics learn & practice Open Eyed Meditation. Click here to learn about my offerings [https://shorturl.at/MhIKq]

The Path of Mysticism, Suffering and Spiritual Evolution

Erik & I discuss his first Mystical Meditation Class Experience, The Art & Path of The Mystic, why we suffer as humans, and how Mystical Meditation is the path of Awakening Your Life's Purpose.