Enlightenment Now: Liberation Is Your True Nature

by Jason Gregory

A guide to uncovering the enlightenment already within us • Builds on Buddhist, Hindu, and Taoist wisdom to express the timeless and ever-present nature of enlightenment • Reveals the negative impact of social and cultural conditioning on our psyche and how to counteract this through meditation and reframing our understanding of time • Shows how to uncover the original spontaneous awareness we were born with In this philosophical, psychological, and spiritual exploration of enlightenment, Jason Gregory addresses how to access the original spontaneous awareness we all came into this world with. He exposes the illusion that we must strive to reach enlightenment, uncovering how our yearning for future accomplishments, attachment to the past, and reliance on authority outside the self are social constructs that distract us from the reality of the now. The author explains how our original enlightened nature has been obscured by social, cultural, religious, and egotistical conditioning of the mind caught in time. Building on knowledge from spiritual traditions including Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism, Gregory expresses the timeless and ever-present nature of enlightenment. He illustrates how rigid practices and initiations can become a form of spiritual postponement, continually putting off our enlightenment because we feel we are doing something good and noble. To chase enlightenment through spiritual practice is to assume it is a quality bound to time. The author helps us see that we are already what we are seeking--once we understand that existing in this world is itself a miracle beyond words, then the magic and beauty of our world will unfold. In the same way we remember someone’s name without thinking about it, we also remember that we are enlightened when we stop searching for the experience. Emerging from the Middle Way of the Buddha, Lao-tzu’s Way of the Tao, Yoga, the Great Work of Gnosticism, the Hermetic Art of Alchemy, and quantum physics, Gregory presents a way to the state of consciousness--enlightenment, nirvana, or samadhi--in which eternity and time are one. He shows us how to counteract the negative impact of social and cultural conditioning on our psyche through meditation and reframing our understanding of time. The author explains how meditation in its truest form takes our awareness of nowness from theory to practice. Guiding us away from a time-bound understanding of enlightenment, Gregory shows us how to find ourselves in the stillness of now where the peace you are is the peace you give to the world.

Genres: Spirituality

182 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 10, 2016

About the author

Jason Gregory is an author, philosopher, and teacher with expertise primarily in Eastern philosophy and spirituality, with a deep-rooted background in Western philosophy, comparative religion, psychology, cognitive science, metaphysics, and ancient cultures, as he seamlessly bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and contemporary understanding.

With over 15 years of dedicated teaching, Jason has enriched countless lives by sharing the wisdom gained from his immersive journeys to the remote corners of Asia, resulting in numerous published works. He is the author of several books, including Spiritual Freedom in the Digital Age, Emotional Intuition for Peak Performance, Effortless Living, Fasting the Mind, Enlightenment Now, and The Science and Practice of Humility. Moreover, he is the creator behind several enlightening documentaries, including The Art of Effortless Living, Effortless Action: The Art of Spontaneity, The Yugas: The Great Time Cycles of the Universe, The Art of Letting Go, and The Art of Synchronicity.

At the heart of Jason’s endeavors lies a deep and enduring connection with the spiritual traditions of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism. He has delved into the roots of these traditions for almost two decades, immersing himself in their meditative practices and gleaning insights that defy conventional understanding. These experiences have not only enriched his personal journey but have also become the cornerstone of his teachings. His YouTube channel serves as a digital sanctuary where seekers can partake in his enlightening lectures on spirituality, and his podcast with his wife and co-host Gayoung, The Jason Gregory Podcast, opens up dialogues that traverse the realms of consciousness, self-realization, and the boundless possibilities of the human spirit.

With his multidimensional approach, Jason Gregory has become a transformative force for individuals seeking to explore the uncharted territories of their own consciousness. His teachings resonate with the timeless echoes of ancient wisdom while addressing the unique challenges of our modern era. By fusing profound insights with practical guidance, he empowers individuals to embody the essence of Eastern philosophy and cultivate lives of authenticity, purpose, and inner peace.

Reviews

[Gord Clements · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the better books that I have read on living from an authentic source. Very focused on stepping out of the ego, time orientation of the conceptual realm of consciousness to the timeless direct experience. The book introduced me to the notion of Spiritual Bypassing and reinitiated an interest in Blake and Robert Augustus Masters.

[Harry Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

I finished this book in record time after reading Jason's most recent book Fasting the Mind. I was blown away by Enlightenment Now. I've read quite a few books on non-duality but none come close to this book. I like how the book explains the Eastern idea of God as something completely different to how its viewed in Western religions, and also how this shapes the Eastern view of enlightenment and death. This is a super deep book that will have you reading it over and over again. Enlightenment Now is for those who are really sincere in knowing oneself and how we are one with everything else. Highly recommended!

[Paula · Rating 5 out of 5]

Since reading Effortless Living I've made it a priority to try and read everything by Jason Gregory. I'm glad I started with this book. This will be the one book I come back to when I believe I suffer. It reminds me that deep down we are all part of that one essence binding the universe together, even if many of us don't believe that. I don't know how Jason does it, but he smashed a lot of philosophies together to give us the spiritual heart of most teachings. Liberation has always been our true nature. Time for me to understand that truthfully.

[Cheryl Tanner · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read this book three times and it doesn't get old. It is pure transmission of the great nondual teachings. I find this book a lot better than the numerous amounts of books on nondualism. Personally, I think this is Jason's best book, but I do love nondualism so maybe I'm biased. I just can't believe how he blended all the great spiritual teachings both East and West and delivered a timeless book for all of us.

[James · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was revelatory for me. One of the main messages in it for me was how awakening is not some time bound experience that you meditate for and hope will happen someday but is rather a state you can choose to be in by living in the present mindfully and dwell there for all time. He really made enlightenment/awakening seem like something anyone can do as liberation is our true nature. Brilliant book.

[Tony Thorn · Rating 5 out of 5]

An absolutely outstanding book. This book has fed my appetite for nondualism even more. Its amazing how Eastern spirituality like Zen and Advaita haven't taken off more in a world full of stress and uncertainty. Realizing our nature is already enlightened without anything to do or be relieves our anxieties. Read it NOW!

[Percy Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now

Jason opened my eyes to stillness
I gave this rating because I could not put the book down. I think this book as to other books like “Course of miracles “
Everything that was discuss was well said

[SAT CHIT ANANDA · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book by Jason Gregory. There can be confusion, opinions, and/or oscillations along the spiritual path; between right practice (doing) and to 'just be' (non-doing). This book offers insight on how to find balance and take Buddha's Middle Way. This is a nice coherent overview that provides a birds-eye-view of Self-recognition instead of direct pointers. Bravo!

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author drew on his knowledge of Eastern and Western spiritual and religious traditions to write this short book about how to shape a more harmonious existence for yourself and contribute peacefully and positively to the world. I appreciated the theory, but I wish there were examples of practical applications that would show how to reconcile enlightenment with modern life.