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The Word is Not the Thing, by John Wheeler (click here)

Whatever “it” (reality, true nature) may be called is practically irrelevant. The word is not the thing. Just trying to get the “correct” word is not of much value. Your nature is there. You are. You cannot doubt your own existence. But it is not enough simply to be aware of that fact. You need to really see and appreciate WHAT that is. This requires active looking and inquiry. No one can do this for you. Simply hearing and reading about this is not conclusive. Clearly and confidently recognizing your real nature as it is, there is a definitive resolution of seeking, suffering and doubt. Barring that, the seeking for identity in the concepts goes on, along with the sense of limitations. “Present awareness” (or any other term) is a pointer to get you looking in the right direction. It is the clarification of what you are that is the point, not the word or description. So drop the words and labels and get into SEEING what you are. This is the point of inquiry — actually finding out WHAT you are. Most seekers I meet are NOT doing this. They are instead pursuing fleeting concepts and experiences and making little progress in actual self-knowledge. Appearances will naturally find their harmony, as far as is possible for what is time-bound and destructible! As far as what you really are, that is perfect, whole and complete from the get go. This is what people overlook and where the root of the trouble ultimately lies. From the clear perspective of your real nature, the seeming world is appearance only (appearance of THAT). Even that is a bit much to say, but may be helpful as a provisional pointer. If the world is appearance of THAT, then — finally — it is THAT (in essence, not as appearance). So ultimately there is no duality to speak of. Let the body and mind respond naturally. Don’t emphasize too much such concepts as “awakening”, “liberation”, etc. These are concepts, not realities. The interest and focus you place on such notions may well give them more reality than they warrant. Then you will end up chasing “liberation” instead of seeing what you actually are! I have shown you final, unconditional freedom here and now. What you make of it from here is up to you! http://thenaturalstate.info/		In 2003, John Wheeler heard the good news from “Sailor” Bob Adamson (who in turn heard the good news from Nisargadatta Maharaj in 1976). Bob clarified the key point that “you are already that which you have been seeking.” With this heart-to-heart sharing, the spiritual search resolved itself. John enjoys sharing the pointers with those who are interested in self-knowledge and the resolution of seeking, suffering and doubt. John lives and works in the San Francisco Bay Area.
	15 May 2013.

John Wheeler, Nonduality Pointer

  John Wheeler - The Natural State website

Sitting with John, we are concerned with one thing: Do I know who I am? 

We are here to discover who we are, nothing more. 

Enjoy John's books, audio talks, and even come to a meeting to sit with him and enjoy his pointers as he helps people see their true nature.

MEETINGS

Day/Time: Thursday evenings, 7:30 to 9:00 pm. Meetings are every Thursday, unless otherwise noted here. Location: Pacific Cultural Center (in the Studio). 1307 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062.

Palo Alto, California

Day/Time: Two Mondays per month, 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Upcoming Meetings: May 20 June 3, 17 Location: Unitarian Universalist Church, Room #10. 505 East Charleston Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306. Update (July 14th, 2015: I was contacted by a gentleman who told me that nobody has heard from John Wheeler in awhile. I'm sure he's doing just fine and that he's just chilling and taking time to be. However, it appears his meetings in Santa Cruz are no longer happening. It wouldn't hurt to call the Pacific Cultural Center to see if he's resumed these meetings. They were always fun and a nice experience. There are countless other nonduality pointing peeps in the world, so there's no shortage. As always, just have a look at what is aware of the looking. Peace Update (September 7th, 2022) I remember hanging with John having rice bowls, and going to his talks, and also him playing guitar with my friend, Michael, who I loved to jam with.  The important thing I want to add is that we are all human beings, and sometimes human beings wish to be alone.  It is assumed that John wishes to be alone, and that the whole role of “teacher” is not necessarily one that is wanted or necessary in the least.  May John be happy and free, and may all of us.