Showing posts with label spiritual. Show all posts
Showing posts with label spiritual. Show all posts

Thursday, May 29, 2025

Native American shamanism: 17 ways

A shaman is one who seeks to have a direct experience of truth rather than an intermediary's.
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Classic Siberian shaman in trance, Kysyl, Russia
Native American shamans have served as spiritual bridges between [the spirit and human] worlds for thousands of years.

These respected healers and wisdom-keepers maintain harmony between humans, nature, and the spirit realm through sacred rituals and practices. Their ancient methods continue to fascinate modern seekers who recognize the profound connection these traditions have with the natural world.

Vision quests: seeking spiritual direction

The wilderness becomes a classroom during a vision quest. Young tribe members venture alone into nature, fasting for days while praying for spiritual guidance.

The physical hunger opens doorways to visions, dreams, and messages from the spirit world. Animals might appear as guides, or ancestors may share wisdom during this powerful journey.

Upon returning, the seeker often receives a new name, reflecting their spiritual identity. This rite of passage transforms not just the individual but strengthens the entire community.

The insights gained during vision quests provide direction for personal growth and sometimes reveal a healing path or special purpose. More

Monday, January 27, 2025

What happened? Free LA Fire healing

Los Angeles' San Gabriel Valley suddenly feels like a faraway paradise beach
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WHAT HAPPENED?
What is a sound bath for spiritual cleansing?
In PR Russia with its worker cooperatives, the nation hides a glorious imperial past. Leningrad is actually Saint Petersburg, and this is where the czar stored the booty from imperial Eurasian adventures and conquests in the forging of the USSR, a Soviet super-nation, now mostly disassembled. The great Central Asian "stans" where the Buddha grew up are remnants of that time as is Ukraine and places as far away as Mongolia. The palace is now a museum. One needn't travel all the way there to see it, just visit The Langham Huntington Resort Spa in residential Pasadena on Lake Ave., which becomes Oak Knoll as it flows south.

The Langham Huntington, Pasadena
All the Gilded Age gold inlay on the ceiling...anyway, turn left to the Georgian Room, apparently named after the country of Georgia, where 60 yoga mats were arranged in a flower pattern streaming out from a center, where all of our "philosophical instruments" (Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, Zildjian gong, tingsha, giant shamanic drum, muyu wooden temple drum) were set up. Enormous amethyst and clear quartz crystals formed a ring around our sacred space. Eager participants, many of them guests of the hotel, streamed in and found a place, arranging themselves on the ground for maximum comfort, socializing and hugging. Then Seven sounded the drum and brought their attention to the basics for the evening:
  • total relaxation
  • receptivity with palms facing upward (downward for grounding)
  • diaphragmatic breathing
  • placing the mind on the breath to remain in the present moment, knowing the human superpower of adverting attention to a safe default (resting home) position at the nose or belly button.
Slowly the other musicians, the Zildjian Mistress Linda Lau Cole and Dr. O'Connor and Linda with the bell and her husband with the rain stick wandered about, enchanting the audience. Some sat to meditate, others taking a supine position to exhale.

The instructions were simple. What? Be. Where? Here. When? Now. How? Breathe and stay with the breath already breathing itself. Be a mindful observer of all that is coming up, without
  • fixing
  • judging
  • evaluating
  • clinging to
  • rejecting
  • fighting
  • or even choosing
The work of the shaman is healing.
the content of experience. Be here now. Stay present. Know the safety of presence as Byron Katie and Eckhart Tolle explain it. Be in the now. The room was very safe. People kept streaming in, finding a mat. The sounds became ethereal, echoing, softening hearts and soothing minds.

Dr. O'Connor voiced otherworldly notes, traces of Tibetan chants, a heavenly choir as the Mistress joined in. Seven gave reiki and a laying on of healing hands, transferring prana and whispering a sacred mantra, for those open to it.

Dr. O'Connor began the process of emerging, signaling the supine to slowly move their heads side to side and rouse themselves with tapping. Slowly they sat up, smiling, looking at one another with lovely eyes.

Raising open palms, we intoned three long "OMs" together to send out metta and positive energy to an aching world. Outside, the earlier rain had quelled the fires and begun the cleansing process. Inside, the vibration had been raised, and there was clarity and a wish to connect.
  • The next FREE sound bath and healing event was announced (February 8, 2025, at 4:00 pm, at The Awareness Center, Pasadena.
Roses were distributed to everyone as was water provided by the spa. Some people cried tears of joy, free hugs were on offer, and plans were made to reunite as everyone was invited to the next event.

RSVP for the next free session
Event details
Event flyer: Sound Bath.
Spend an hour or more with Dr. O'Connor and healers gathering for a sound bath, vagus nerve release, relaxation, and meditation.

Dr. O'Connor and Dharma Buddhist Meditation are offering a complimentary sound bath and emotional healing to support Los Angeles residents affected by the recent fires with our very own Seven and Devorah Anderson.

These Santa Ana winds are driving me crazy!
Using Tibetan singing bowls, Indian harmonium, shamanic drums, and a Zildjian gong, this healing session promotes deep relaxation, breath work, emotional release, de-stressing, and physical renewal.

Let the soothing vibrations help begin to restore balance, ease stress and strain, and bring about peace from within during this time of recovery.

WHO MAY ATTEND? This is for any LA resident emotionally, psychologically, or physically affected by the fires. (That means you).

There is good scientific evidence that sound stimulates the vagus nerve and can therefore positively affect our wellbeing.

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Bashur, what did Jess and Sid know?


When is He coming? I've been waiting a long time, and He seems late. It's like "Waiting for Godot" down here, Bashur. What could possibly be holding Him up?

  • It is unclear who or why certain Bashur material was pulled off YouTube. We did not pull it. Until it returns, there is more. Above are two replacement videos until more psychic material about Jesus (Jess) and the Buddha (Sid) surfaces.

Channel Darryl Anka puts on a show, or is a spirit entity/counsel/collective calling itself "Bashar" running through a channel named Darryl? Possessing, stepping into, entering, it must be that the energies and personality traits of one mix with the other. Or why would Bashar have such a funny way of saying "HI!" like an ET imperfectly with human ways? None of that matters. What does matter is what he's saying. Is it true, is it useful, is it of benefit to humanity? If nothing else, it sure is a lot like the kind of stuff Abraham and Seth and these disembodied teachers (probably a lot of them from biblical and Sumerian, Akkadian, Persian times, too). At least Bashar has a sense of humor and while sounding jerky is not actually a jerk.

Bashar reveals: Why our soulmate hasn’t arrived yet? (Bashar Channeled by Darryl Anka)
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In this video Bashar, channeled by Darryl Anka, uncovers why our soulmate hasn't appeared yet. It's not about time but timing. Bashar explains how our focus on time and waiting can block the natural flow of reality. Discover how to embrace the present moment, trust in the organizing principle of synchronicity, and follow your passion to align with the perfect timing of life's events. Learn to appreciate every experience, even those you don't prefer, as essential steps in your journey to finding true love. Stop waiting and start living in the now! Enjoyed the video? Hit 'Like' and subscribe for more transformative content! It costs nothing to you and means a lot to us.

DISCLAIMER: I am not affiliated with the official Bashar organization of Darryl Anka and Bashar Communications and the statements and opinions I (Path of Knowledge) express are my own interpretation of the information that has been shared by Bashar. The Bashar information is covered by copyright laws so if you'd like more information or materials, please visit their website at bashar.org. They appreciate your interest and excitement about exploring the Bashar information.

Fair Use Notice: This video contains content that is used under the fair use doctrine of the United States copyright law. This includes content that is transformative in nature, used for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. All credit for the manifestation techniques discussed in this video goes to Bashar and his team. We do not claim ownership of any of the original ideas or teachings presented by Bashar. This video is intended to share and discuss Bashar's insights on manifestation for educational and informational purposes only.

For more information and original content, please visit Bashar's official channels and resources. Official website: bashar.org Instagram: basharchanneling. YouTube channel: basharchanneledbydarrylanka.

Monday, November 4, 2024

Oldest Native American footage ever

Oldest Native American footage ever
(Yestervid) Oct. 28, 2015: This is a rare, amazing, and heartfelt tribute to Native American tribes. This footage dates back to 1895 or 1894, with rare vintage audio recording of American Indian music.

This is forgotten American history and includes the oldest known clip of Native Americans on film, a clip of Sioux tribe members performing the "Buffalo Dance" at Thomas Edison's Black Maria Studio in New Jersey.

The "Ghost Dance" film was created on the same day, September 24, 1895. Other films featured include Hopi tribe members greeting TR and clips from the Chicago World's Fair of 1933.

It shows three Native American feature films: White Fawn's Devotion, The Invaders, and Last of the Mohicans. White Fawn's Devotion was the earliest film directed by a Native American, whose name was James Young Deer.

The old audio clip was recorded in 1895 by Alice Cunningham and Francis La Flesche. The dance song is "He'dewachi," and it is traditionally played at ceremonies that celebrate warriors.

Please enjoy and share! Philámayaye! (Lakota for "thank you"). See more great videos like this on the channel: Yestervid (yestervid.com), Facebook: yestervid, X/Twitter: yestervid.

Oldest Native American drumming video ever
 
(Afrodrumming) July 24, 2012: Old, rare footage of Native American drumming from 1894 in a tribute to our American Indian brothers and sisters.

Big thanks to all the musicians who provided their talents: The Hopi tribe of Arizona, Kerri Lake, Ephemeral Rift, and Kevin MacLeod.

For more on Afrodrumming, see: afrodrumming.com. The album African Drumming is available as a CD or for immediate download here: afrodrumming.com/store for all anyone needs to know about the djembe and African drumming.
  • Xochitl, Ashley Wells (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

Saturday, September 21, 2024

Meaning of Autumnal Equinox (9/22)


Autumn Equinox's ancient spiritual meaning | Fall traditions, rituals, celebrations, sites
(Sakro Sawel1) Sept. 19, 2024: Let's take a stunningly deep dive into the traditions, ancient sites, and myths of the fall season, which begins with the autumnal equinox. It is recognized and celebrated around the world. Let's uncover the deeper spiritual meaning of this shift and its relevance today.
The autumn equinox is when day and night are equal (equi + nox = "night"), after which nights become longer than the daylight hours, and darkness becomes greater than light each day.

It was celebrated by ancient peoples for millennia and is still one of the most celebrated religious times of year. Why is the autumn equinox such an important religious event? What is its spiritual meaning?

The amazing temples of Mexico are aligned

To answer these questions, we delve into its celebration throughout history. We explore the autumn equinox tradition of Durga Puja (devotional ritual dedicated to Ma Durga) in India, which is celebrated by over a billion people, and the Persian festival of Mehregan.

We also look at the meaning of the legend of the Minotaur, the Eleusinian Mysteries (entheogenic drug rituals), the descent to Earth of the feathered serpent (reptilian Nagarajas) at Kukulkan (Quetzalcoatl) in Mexico, the hanging of the Norse god Odin on the World Tree (axis mundi), the journey of the Egyptian sun god Ra, and the crucifixion of Jesus [an element of astrotheology], which are all connected to the fall equinox.

CONTENTS
  • Introduction 00:00
  • What is the fall/autumn equinox? 01:55
  • Symbols of the equinox 02:59
  • Journey of the sun god 03:47
  • Autumn equinox traditions 06:19
  • Sites with fall equinox alignments 10:49
  • Great Pyramid symbolism 12:18
  • Sphinx Temple meaning 18:18
  • Ahu Akivi alignments 21:53
  • El Castillo solar serpent 23:45
  • Palace of Knossos Significance 27:50
  • Death, descent, Jesus, and Odin 34:59
  • Meaning and purpose of darkness 39:26
  • Conclusion 42:52
We explore the alignments of some of the world's most enigmatic sacred sites to the autumn equinox to interpret their symbolic spiritual meaning, including the Great Pyramid and Sphinx Temple in Egypt, Ahu Akivi on Easter Island, the Pyramid of the Feathered Serpent in Mexico (El Castillo at Chichen Itza), and the ancient Greek Palace of Knossos in Crete.

We also explore one of the main themes of the autumn equinox, which is the worship of a great spiritual Mother Goddess (like Ma Durga, Guanyin, Mother Mary, Inanna, and many other names).

We uncover how the beliefs and traditions of the autumn equinox are connected across cultures and how celebrating the equinox was an important component of an ancient religion of the sun that spread to different parts of the world in prehistoric times.

As part of this video, we discuss some original theories I put forward as does my husband Mark Sawel, including:
  • How the autumn equinox reveals the important role that darkness plays in life and creation
  • How the annual journey of the sun was used in ancient religions to symbolize the path to enlightenment (our Sacred Sun Path Theory)
  • The symbolism of autumn equinox alignments at the Great Pyramids and Sphinx Temple in Egypt, Ahu Akivi on Easter Island, Chichen Itza in Mexico, and Knossos in Greece, which encode a spiritual meaning connected to the theme of descent on the path of enlightenment to confront one’s own inner darkness before being spiritually reborn [like Siddhartha did under the Bodhi tree before becoming the Buddha]
  • That these ancient sites and traditions were connected as part of a now lost [worldwide] religion we call the Religion of the Sun
  • The origin of dragon and serpent (reptilian, naga) slaying myths and how their symbolism was seen by the ancients in the stars
  • The deeper meaning in the pattern of descending into the earth, underworld, matter, body, tomb, subconscious, and womb, which can be found in the life of sun gods such as Ra, Rama, Odin, Jesus, and Osiris
  • An interpretation of the story of Theseus, Ariadne, the Minotaur, and the labyrinth and how it likely derives from Minoan initiatory rites conducted on the autumn equinox.
We first published these ideas between 2011 and 2016, where more details can be found in our book Ancient Solstice, which discusses the spiritual meaning of the fall/autumn equinox and ancient sites aligned to it, as well as how to celebrate it: sakrosawel.com/ancient-solstice.

NOTE ABOUT ATTRIBUTING OUR WORK
The information in this video is the culmination of years of work and research. It contains our unique interpretations of ancient sites and traditions. If anyone likes it and wants to share it, do so without plagiarizing it, please. Please share the video while giving us due credit as the source (Sakro and Mark Sawel).

This video is part of a series about the spiritual meaning of the solstices and equinoxes. Watch the other videos in this series:
  • Winter solstice: • WINTER SOLSTICE Ancient Spiritual Mea...
  • Spring equinox: • SPRING EQUINOX Ancient Spiritual Mean...
  • Summer solstice: • SUMMER SOLSTICE Ancient Spiritual Mea...
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  • Sakro Sawel, (Sakro Sawel1 on YouTube, Sept. 20, 2024); Pat Macpherson, Dhr. Seven (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

Monday, September 16, 2024

Nikola Tesla references the Buddha


Nikola Tesla's lost interview: Deep Space SECRETS (2024)
(Pep Talk) Sept. 13, 2024: Dive into the extraordinary world of Nikola Tesla in the video "Nikola Tesla's Lost Interview (100 Years Old): Deep Space SECRETS (2024)."

Nikola Tesla still communicates
This groundbreaking discovery reveals previously unseen footage of the legendary inventor discussing his visionary ideas about spirituality [speaking like Edgar Cayce during a reading or a shaman on entheogens], deep space, and the universe.

What secrets did Tesla uncover about electricity, energy, technology, and the cosmos that are still relevant today?

Whether one is a Tesla aficionado, a space enthusiast, or curious about the mysteries of the universe, this video is a must-watch.
Who was Tesla?
Wisdom Quarterly Wiki edit
"Tesla" is now a personal robot built by Elon Musk's company for home use and probably sex.
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Nikola Tesla (July 10, 1856–Jan. 7, 1943) lived to be 86. He was a Serbian-American [3, 4] born in modern day Croatia. He was an experimental scientist and very much a mystic, who became famous as an inventor, engineer, and futurist.

He is well known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply system [5].

Born and raised in the Austrian Empire, Tesla first studied engineering and physics in the 1870s without receiving a degree.

He then gained practical experience in the early 1880s working in telephony and at Continental Edison in the new electric power industry. In 1884, he immigrated to the United States, where he became a naturalized citizen.

He worked for a short time at the Edison Machine Works in New York City before he struck out on his own. With the help of partners to finance and market his inventions, Tesla set up laboratories and companies in New York to develop a range of electrical and mechanical devices.

His AC induction motor and related polyphase AC patents, licensed by Westinghouse Electric in 1888, earned him a considerable amount of money and became the cornerstone of the polyphase system, which that company eventually marketed.

Attempting to develop inventions he could patent and market, Tesla conducted a range of experiments with mechanical oscillators/generators, electrical discharge tubes, and early X-ray imaging. He also built a wirelessly controlled boat, one of the first ever exhibited.

Tesla became well known as an inventor and demonstrated his achievements to celebrities and wealthy patrons at his lab and was noted for his showmanship at public lectures.

Throughout the 1890s, Tesla pursued his visions for wireless lighting and worldwide wireless electric power distribution in his high-voltage, high-frequency power experiments in New York and Colorado Springs.

In 1893, he made pronouncements on the possibility of wireless communication with his devices. Tesla tried to put these ideas to practical use in his unfinished Wardenclyffe Tower project, an intercontinental wireless communication and power transmitter, but ran out of funding before he could complete it.

After Wardenclyffe, Tesla experimented with a series of inventions in the 1910s and 1920s with varying degrees of success. Having spent most of his money, Tesla lived in a series of New York hotels, leaving behind unpaid bills. He died in New York City in January 1943 [6].

Tesla's work fell into relative obscurity following his death, until 1960, when the General Conference on Weights and Measures named the International System of Units (SI) measurement of magnetic flux density the "tesla" in his honor.

There has been a resurgence in popular interest in Tesla since the 1990s [7].
Early home, now the Nikola Tesla Museum
  • Tesla's birth house (parish hall) was rebuilt in the church where his father served as an Eastern Orthodox priest in Smiljan, Croatia. The site was made into a museum about him [8].
I didn't get to be The Richest by morality
[When Tesla passed away in New York, the U.S. government confiscated his papers, effects, devices, and made them secret to benefit private interests or appropriate advanced technology with possible military applications for U.S. arsenals and secret laboratories, making Tesla's revelations the opposite of his intentions to benefit the world and every being in it.]

Elon Musk is the anti-Nikola Tesla making $$$.
Nikola Tesla was born into an ethnic Serb family in the village of Smiljan, within the Military Frontier, in the Austrian Empire (present-day Croatia).

Tesla's father, Milutin Tesla (1819–1879) [11], was a priest of the Eastern Orthodox Church [12, 13, 14, 15]. His father's brother Josif was a lecturer at a military academy who wrote several textbooks on mathematics [11].

Musk and Tesla could hardly be more different.
Tesla's mother, Georgina "Đuka" Mandić (1822–1892), whose father was also an Eastern Orthodox Church priest [16], had a talent for making home craft tools and mechanical appliances and the ability to memorize Serbian epic poems. She never received a formal education. Tesla credited his eidetic [photographic] memory and creative abilities to his mother's genetics and influence [17, 18].

Tesla was the fourth of five children. He had three sisters -- Milka, Angelina, and Marica -- and an older brother Dane, who was killed in a horse-riding accident when Tesla was six or seven [19].

In 1861, Tesla attended primary school in Smiljan where he studied German, arithmetic, and religion.

In 1862, the Tesla family moved to the nearby town of Gospić, where Tesla's father worked as parish priest. More

TIME STAMPS
Musk is using my good name to sell.
  • 0:00 Introduction
  • 00:00:14 Tesla is recognized for his profound understanding of the cosmos and questioned about his identity.
  • 00:00:48 He's celebrated as the mind behind the 20th and 21st centuries, with futurists praising his inventions.
  • 00:01:11 Industry hails Tesla as a supreme saint, recognizing his contributions to physics, chemistry, and technological advancements.
  • 00:01:18 Despite remarkable achievements, Tesla expresses a sense of unfulfillment, having not yet reached his ultimate goal.
  • 00:01:47 His dream was to illuminate the entire Earth, harnessing the limitless power of electricity.
  • 00:02:04 Tesla believes in tapping into diverse energies, including positive mental energy from music and art, to elevate humanity.
  • 00:02:20 He envisions a world where Earth's natural energies foster joy, peace, and love.
  • 00:02:30 Tesla spent years researching how energy impacts humanity, seeking to harness its potential for positive change.
  • 00:02:42 He outlines three key areas of scientific inquiry: providing food for the hungry, eradicating suffering, and harnessing the universe's light.
  • 00:03:23 He discovered a star that could vanish without disrupting the universe, showcasing the vastness and mystery of the cosmos.
  • 00:03:36 Tesla challenges Einstein's theory of relativity, advocating for understanding the universe's harmony.
  • 00:03:51 He believes in the potential for humans to achieve a higher spiritual state.
  • 00:04:07 Tesla's ambition extends beyond inventions, aiming to awaken humanity's innate potential for growth and transcendence.
  • 00:04:24 He views "empty space" as teeming with untapped energy, waiting to be harnessed.
  • 00:04:40 His connection with birds reflects his belief in humanity's latent ability for flight and spiritual elevation.
  • 00:05:08 Tesla discusses his views on love and relationships, choosing a path of solitude, and dedication to his work.
  • 00:05:33 He perceives illness as a transformative process, leading to purification of mind and body.
  • 00:06:02 Tesla sees the universe as inherently moral, surpassing human comprehension.
  • 00:06:35 He experiences the universe as a symphony of light and energy, transcending conventional human senses.
  • 00:07:10 He claims to possess heightened senses, perceiving sounds and colors beyond normal human perception.
  • 00:08:27 He describes hearing cosmic music and seeing unique colors, demonstrating his extraordinary perception of reality.
  • 00:08:51 Tesla's imagination fuels his inventions, blurring the line between reality and vision.
  • 00:09:22 He shares ten conditions for achieving higher consciousness and spiritual growth. 00:10:28 Tesla views his body as a well-understood machine, advocating for mindful eating and sleep.
  • 00:11:02 A humorous anecdote involving Mark Twain illustrates the importance of balance and moderation.
  • 00:11:34 Tesla stresses emotional control and harnessing sexual energy for spiritual development.
  • 00:12:12 Memory is essential, but he prioritizes accessing knowledge when needed, not just remembering.
  • 00:12:34 All experiences are stored as light particles, accessible through his visualization abilities.
  • 00:13:30 Tesla's heightened senses allow him to perceive phenomena beyond the normal range.
  • 00:14:00 He sees illness as a purification process, aiding spiritual growth.
  • 00:14:20 Tesla's "illusions" offer glimpses into dimensions beyond the physical world.
  • 00:14:44 He recounts a childhood experience that shaped his understanding of the universe's interconnectedness.
  • 00:15:33 The ultimate adjustment is finding joy and playfulness in life and work.
  • 00:16:35 Tesla challenges the notion of stealing fire from the gods, viewing lightning as a natural wonder.
  • 00:17:02 He reiterates that everything is electricity, the fundamental energy of existence.
  • 00:17:41 Tesla advocates for embracing life's rhythm and finding harmony with the universe.
  • 00:18:11 He emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings and celestial bodies.
  • 00:19:02 He urges us to be receptive to the universe's messages and learn its language.
  • Nikola Tesla communicates with Fran from the afterlife
Rare earth mineral mining and coal-generated electric plants pollute the world worse than gas
Elon Musk is a fraud to appropriate the name "Tesla" to profit from the discoveries given from Venus (or Aldebaran) to a sensitive man from Croatia who, like those beings sending the communication, wanted to save the world with free energy.
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  • Pep Talk, 9/13/24; Pat Macpherson and Dhr. Seven (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Burning Man: 5 things everyone gets wrong

How the Burning Man festival has influenced Silicon Valley innovations over the years
I brought my family and gave them ACID - not LSD, just acetic acid, vinegar, for our tummies.

I went for the first time. Here are 5 things everyone gets wrong (Anneta Konstantinides/Insider)
Isn't Burning Man just a bunch of Mad Max cosplay wannabees in the desert? Has to be! Look at 'em
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This is "The Man" burned to stick it to The Man
I went to Burning Man for the first time in 2023 — and many people are wrong about the event.

They think Burning Man is a big music festival only attended by celebrities and CEOs. But the truth is Burning Man is full of regular people who work year-round to create an incredible sense of community.
What is this crowd of ordinary folk looking at? Burning Couple in the distance. Fire's cool.
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Enter if you dare: "The Orgy Dome"
Over the last few years, Burning Man has become known as a haven for Silicon Valley tech bros and Instagram influencers, who cough up thousands of dollars to party in "Mad Max" desert cosplay.

Mad Max, the original in the Outback of Australia
But when I went for the first time last year, I realized there's a lot that people get wrong about the legendary annual event. Now that I've done my own inaugural "Dust Angel" and gotten the full playa experience, I'm ready to correct some of the biggest Burning Man myths. Here are five things everyone gets wrong.

Let's go, Mark. - Where? - I'll kick your @$$!
Burning Man
became more prominent as it began attracting high profile Burners like billionaires Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, including supermodels like Heidi Klum and Cindy Crawford. More via Yahoo
How this event became a city

(DamiLee) What is this magical communion of humanity? This is not a capitalist endeavor like Coachella or Lollapalooza. This is the peoples' event, powered by participants and their creativity. It's like nothing else in the world. There's a reason why 70,000 make it out to desert in a journey as tough as the good old mystery rave days before they got commercial.

CHAPTERS
  • 0:00 INTRO
  • 02:43 Evolving City
  • 05:03 NEW SITE - HUALAPAI VALLEY
  • 05:30 THE CIRCLE
  • 08:06 Safety & Accessibility
  • 08:54 AN EXAMPLE
  • 12:19 Maayan Ziv
  • 14:00 Participatory Design
Some of the footage comes from the videos published on the Burning Man official channel: burningman
Check out their work. It's amazing! I do not own any of this footage or any other footage used in this video. I use it only for the purpose of commentary. Please let me know if I missed anyone. :) GET IN TOUCH: If you’d like to talk, I’d love to hear from you! Commenting on a video or tweeting @damileearch will be the quickest way to get a response from me, but if your question is very long, feel free to email me at hello@damilee.com. I try my best to respond to the emails, but unfortunately, there just aren't enough hours in the day! #architecture #burningman

The Mutants of Black Rock
 
(Burning Man Project) Astounding! Unbelievable! Motorized! Witness the relentless onslaught of mighty mutant vehicles into Black Rock City, the home of Burning Man in the Nevada desert. THRILL to giant alien predators on wheels. GASP at the mechanized mayhem of these strange and wonderful art cars. AMAZING! Two years in the making, Mutants of Black Rock is a production from Profiles in Dust, the all-volunteer documentary crew that’s been dealing in playa AWE AND WONDER since 2011. Catch more of their work at vimeo.com/profilesindust. Coming soon from Profiles in Dust: Out of Nothing, the first ever behind-the-scenes look at the building of Black Rock City and the dusty heroes who make it happen. You, too, can be a hero and help make it happen: gofund.me/a3e44a7b