
The Gay Buddhist Forum by GBF
Buddhism for Liberation and Social Action. We invite teachers from all schools of Buddhism to offer their perspectives on the dharma and its application in modern times, especially for LGBTQIA audiences.
Produced by GBF - The Gay Buddhist Fellowship of San Francisco.
The Gay Buddhist Forum by GBF
Relating to Ourselves and the World - Michaiel Patrick Bovenes
Michaiel Patrick Bovenes invites us on a spiritual journey to reconnect with our “Capital S” Self — the soul’s eternal essence — instead of staying trapped in ego-driven identities shaped by society. He explains that true spirituality isn’t about rituals or rigid beliefs, but about cultivating an authentic, living relationship with the divine energy that flows through us, around us, and beyond us. By integrating our inner masculine (willpower, clarity) and feminine (feeling, imagination) energies, we come into wholeness, which fosters deeper peace, creativity, and truth. Michaiel shares that feelings of isolation are often rooted in our minds and can begin to dissolve through a shift in consciousness — by being open, curious, humble, and genuinely appreciative of others.
Michaiel also touches on how love, even when unnoticed or unreturned, never goes to waste — its energy contributes to healing both personally and collectively. He shares a touching personal story of grief that underscores the importance of expressing love and gratitude now, not later. Especially for LGBTQI individuals who may struggle with isolation, Michaiel emphasizes the healing power of community built through small acts of presence and connection. His message is both practical and soulful: we are all divine beings here to help one another come home — to ourselves and to each other.
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Michaiel Patrick Bovenes - is a metaphysician, published author, spiritual healer, and the founder of Soul-utions -- a revolutionary personal empowerment teaching. His online courses and live events have helped thousands find greater inner strength and personal peace. Since 1991, he has helped people transform their stress into strength and their struggle into greater freedom, confidence, and positive change. Soul-utions is not a religion, it's a conscious relationship with your Soul. Soul-utions focuses on activating your inner power to create the changes you desire by aligning with your true purpose, inner wisdom, and empowered destiny. Find him at https://linktr.ee/michaiel.soul.utions
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