Dr. Thomas Maples

Siddhartha and The Sacred Journey

“In the shade of the house, in the sunshine of the riverbank near the boats, in the shade of the Sal-wood forest, in the shade of the fig tree is where Siddhartha grew up, the handsome son of the Brahman, the young falcon, together with his friend Govinda, son of a Brahman. The sun tanned his light shoulders by the banks of the river when bathing, performing the sacred ablutions, the sacred offerings.”

Hermann Hesse

Understanding Our Origins

Every story has a beginning. Every hero runs from a shadow, inevitably pulled by the light. In today’s depth psychology analysis, Dr. Tom explores the origin of Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha, laying the ground for the journey this simple prince of Brahmins would undertake to realize his potential. Join me as we navigate the depths of the psyche, the shadow, and the pull of God’s light as it moves us to realize what is most important, the man or woman we seek to become.

A Sacred Journey Podcast Episodes

Nurturing Grace: The Divine Equation of Love & Preventing Burnout – A Sacred Journey: Where Myths Unfold and Potential Awakens

Are you a chronic caregiver, natural helper, or over-giver who feels like you’re running on empty? In this episode of A Sacred Journey, we dive into Dr. Thomas Maples’ insightful essay, Nurturing Grace: The Divine Equation of Love.We explore the "divine equation" from the Gospel of Mark—loving your neighbor as yourself—and why internal self-nurturance is a non-negotiable prerequisite for sustainable service. Learn why you "can't pour wine from a broken bottle," how to integrate the "holy no" to protect your boundaries, and practical ways to practice silence through Lectio Divinaand the intentional pause.

1. Nurturing Grace: The Divine Equation of Love & Preventing Burnout 18:21
2. The Chiseling of the Soul: Finding Mercy Beyond Guilt and Shame 19:04
3. Filling Your Cup: The Discipline of Loving-Kindness 20:42
4. Fill Your Glass: The Disciplined Practice of Loving-Kindness 12:07
5. The Architecture of Joy: Navigating Darkness to Find Your Light 17:28

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