The Monk and the Butterfly: A Journey into Mindfulness

The Skeptic Metaphysicians: Metaphysics, Spiritual Awakenings, Expanded Consciousness

Have you ever had a moment so profound that it changed the way you see the world? In this episode, Will shares a captivating story from The Monk and the Butterfly: Stories of Zen and the Art of Change—a book that found him through an unexpected social media ad. But what starts as a simple reading of a Zen parable turns into something much more personal.
Will recounts a life-changing experience he had years ago while whitewater rafting—a moment of deep connection with a butterfly that opened his eyes to the power of mindfulness and being fully present. He explores how this fleeting yet powerful experience ignited his metaphysical journey and how you, too, can cultivate that kind of presence in your everyday life.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
🦋 A Zen parable that beautifully illustrates the art of living in the present
🏞️ Will’s personal encounter with a butterfly that changed his perspective on existence
🌊 How a high-adrenaline rafting trip led to an unexpected moment of enlightenment
🧘 The secret to mindfulness—and why it’s so hard (but so important) to master
💡 How to cultivate more moments of deep presence in your daily life
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Have you ever had a profound moment of connection like this? Will would love to hear your story! Send an email to [e-mail] and share your experience—it just might be featured in a future episode.
Resources & Mentions:
📖 The Monk and the Butterfly: Stories of Zen and the Art of Change – Available on Amazon and other bookstores
🔍 Find the book ad on social media (search “Monk and Butterfly” on Facebook)
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