Grazia intervjuiše devojku sa naslovnne strane ovog meseca, Ninu Verkoeyen, psihološkinju, autorku i osnivačicu pokreta Meta Spirituality, u kojem razgovaraju o njenom putu, revolucionarnim duhovnim uvidima i viziji budućnosti duhovnog buđenja.
Grazia: Nina, vaš put od psihološkinje do osnivačice pokreta Meta Spirituality je zaista fascinantan. Možete li nam reći šta vas je inspirisalo na ovu tranziciju i kako vaše psihološko iskustvo utiče na vaše duhovno učenje?
Nina Verkoeyen: Hvala vam! Tranzicija je bila prirodan razvoj mog životnog traganja za dubljim razumevanjem i istinom. Kao psihološkinja, uvek sam težila da razumem ljudski um i uzroke našeg patnje i ponašanja. Međutim, shvatila sam da tradicionalne psihološke metode često nisu dovoljne za bavljenje dubljim, duhovnim aspektima našeg bića. Moje spontano buđenje 2016. godine bilo je ključni trenutak koji mi je otkrio međusobnu povezanost svih stvari i duboku jedinstvenost koja prožima naše postojanje. Ovo saznanje me je navelo da stvorim Meta Spirituality, put koji naglašava jedinstvo i direktno iskustvo umesto rituala i tehnike, integrišući moje psihološko znanje sa duhovnim uvidima kako bih ponudila holistički pristup lečenju i prosvetljenju. Moje psihološko iskustvo mi omogućava da premostim jaz između uma i duha, pomažući pojedincima da postignu duboku transformaciju i unutrašnji mir.
Grazia: Pokret Meta Spirituality je privukao značajnu pažnju zbog svog jedinstvenog pristupa duhovnom buđenju. Možete li objasniti osnovne principe Meta Spirituality i kako se razlikuje od tradicionalnih duhovnih praksi?
Nina Verkoeyen: Meta Spirituality je zasnovan na razumevanju da su prosvetljenje i duhovno buđenje dostupni svima, bez potrebe za posrednicima ili dugotrajnim tradicionalnim praksama. Osnovni principi se fokusiraju na direktno iskustvo i shvatanje naše urođene jedinstvenosti sa celokupnim postojanjem. Za razliku od mnogih tradicionalnih duhovnih praksi koje ponekad održavaju osećaj odvojenosti ili hijerarhije, Meta Spirituality naglašava rastvaranje ega i direktnu percepciju jedinstva. Naš pristup je praktičan i iskustven, ohrabrujući pojedince da zavire u sebe i prepoznaju svoju pravu prirodu kao međusobno povezanih bića.
Grazia: Šta vas je inspirisalo da stvorite Meta Spirituality? Da li je postojao ključni trenutak ili spoznaja koja vas je navela da izazovete konvencionalne duhovne prakse? Kako definišete „direktnu povezanost” sa unutrašnjim Tvorcem?
Nina Verkoeyen: „Direktna povezanost” sa unutrašnjim Tvorcem znači prepoznavanje i doživljavanje božanskog prisustva u nama samima, bez oslanjanja na spoljašnje prakse ili posrednike. Tradicionalne duhovne prakse često stvaraju osećaj udaljenosti sugerišući da su nam potrebne specifične tehnike ili rituali da bismo se povezali sa božanskim. Meta Spirituality uči da naš duhovni put vodi ka prevazilaženju posrednika, prepoznajući našu sopstvenu pravu moć kao tvorca.
Osoba koja završi proces dozvoljavanja ovog znanja da teče kroz nju postaje radikalno novo biće, sa transformisanom samospoznajom i perspektivom o životu. Takva osoba više ne oseća da je žrtva okolnosti, trauma ili ograničavajućih verovanja, niti učenik života, već tvorac svoje realnosti koji preuzima punu odgovornost za sve što postoji. Ovo sazrevanje dovodi do osećaja odgovornosti, ali i slobode od svih prethodno održavanih iluzija. Verujem da je ovo najnaprednije duhovno učenje dostupno u svetu danas.
Grazia: Vaša nova knjiga, The Last Truth, obećava ovu direktnu povezanost i direktno prosvetljenje bez posrednika. Možete li podeliti ključne poruke knjige i kako ona ima za cilj da transformiše duhovno putovanje za svoje čitaoce?
Nina Verkoeyen: The Last Truth je programska prekretnica Meta Spirituality pretvorena u knjigu. To je serija predavanja toliko dubokih i snažnih da vas korak po korak transformišu u novo biće. Knjiga The Last Truth je vođeni proces korak po korak ka postajanju vašeg pravog sebe.
Knjiga vodi čitaoce ka prepoznavanju i prihvatanju njihove direktne povezanosti sa unutrašnjim Tvorcem, zaobilazeći tradicionalne duhovne posrednike. Na taj način, ona ima za cilj da pojednostavi i ubrza duhovno putovanje, čineći prosvetljenje dostupnim svima koji su spremni da ga prime.
The Last Truth je toliko snažna da obećava da će postati jedno od vodećih duhovnih dela, neophodna na noćnom ormariću svake osobe u ovoj i budućim generacijama. Služi kao alternativa tradicionalnim religijskim tekstovima, nudeći znanje koje ujedinjuje ljude svih verovanja i religija u jedinstvenom razumevanju istine o tome ko smo.
Grazia: Takođe ste zakoračili u svet muzike pod umetničkim imenom Runa. Zašto je jedan duhovni vođa počeo da pravi muziku? Kako vaša muzika odražava principe Meta Spirituality i šta se nadate da će slušaoci poneti iz vaših pesama?
Nina Verkoeyen: Glavni medijum za prenošenje mojih učenja oduvek je bio glas. Pevanje je samo još jedan format mojih predavanja. Muzika je univerzalni jezik i privlači još širu publiku. Takođe, kada je duboko učenje u formatu koji se rimuje i prati melodija, verovatnije je da će naći odjek u mnogim ljudima, učiniti da zapamte poruku i kao rezultat, biti aktivirani njome.
Moja muzika kao Runa—što na staronorveškom znači „tajna mudrost“—je produžetak principa Meta Spirituality. Svaka pesma je osmišljena da probudi osećaj jedinstva i povezanosti sa unutrašnjim Tvorcem. Tekstovi i melodije su dizajnirani da inspirišu slušaoce da zavire u sebe i prepoznaju svoju božansku prirodu. Ima hipnotišući efekat koji budi nešto duboko u vama. Kroz svoju muziku, nadam se da ću probuditi sećanje na to ko zaista jesmo i preneti poruku o našoj unutrašnjoj moći da stvorimo ovu stvarnost. Želim da moji slušaoci osećaju snagu i povezanost sa svojim pravim ja, doživljavajući isti osećaj jedinstva i moći koji promoviše Meta Spirituality.
Grazia: Gledajući unapred, koje su vaše aspiracije za Meta Spirituality? Da li postoje novi razvojni projekti ili inicijative na horizontu koje vas uzbuđuju, posebno u vezi sa The Last Truth ili vašom muzičkom karijerom?
Nina Verkoeyen: Gledajući unapred, moje aspiracije za Meta Spirituality uključuju širenje njegovog dosega i uticaja. Objavljivanje knjige The Last Truth je značajna prekretnica i uzbuđena sam zbog njenog potencijala da transformiše živote. Planiram da održavam radionice i seminare zasnovane na knjizi kako bih pomogla ljudima da iskuse direktno prosvetljenje. Pored toga, imam nove muzičke projekte u pripremi koji nastavljaju da odražavaju i promovišu principe Meta Spirituality. Takođe istražujem saradnje sa drugim umetnicima i stvaraocima kako bih dalje integrisala duhovnost sa različitim oblicima izraza. Naš krajnji cilj u Meta Spirituality je da osnažimo ljude da se probude do svog najvišeg potencijala i doprinesu stvaranju prosvetljene civilizacije do 2050. godine.
Grazia interviews this month’s cover girl, Nina Verkoeyen, a psychologist, author, and founder of the Meta Spirituality movement, discussing her journey, her groundbreaking spiritual insights, and her vision for the future of spiritual awakening.
Grazia: Nina, your journey from a psychologist to the founder of the Meta Spirituality movement is quite fascinating. Can you share what inspired this transition and how your background in psychology influences your spiritual teachings?
Nina Verkoeyen: Thank you! The transition was a natural evolution of my lifelong quest for deeper understanding and truth. As a psychologist, I always sought to understand the human mind and the root causes of our suffering and behaviors. However, I found that traditional psychological methods often fell short of addressing the deeper, spiritual aspects of our being. My spontaneous awakening in 2016 was a pivotal moment that revealed the interconnectedness of all things and the profound unity underlying our existence. This realization led me to create Meta Spirituality, a path that emphasizes unity and direct experience over ritual and technique, integrating my psychological expertise with spiritual insights to offer a holistic approach to healing and enlightenment. My background in psychology allows me to bridge the gap between the mind and spirit, helping individuals achieve profound transformation and inner peace.
Grazia: The Meta Spirituality movement has gained significant attention for its unique approach to spiritual awakening. Could you explain the core principles of Meta Spirituality and how it differs from traditional spiritual practices?
Nina Verkoeyen: Meta Spirituality is grounded in the understanding that enlightenment and spiritual awakening are accessible to everyone, without the need for intermediaries or prolonged traditional practices. The core principles focus on direct experience and the realization of our inherent unity with all of existence. Unlike many traditional spiritual practices that can sometimes maintain a sense of separation or hierarchy, Meta Spirituality emphasizes the dissolution of the ego and the direct perception of oneness. Our approach is practical and experiential, encouraging individuals to look within and recognize their true nature as interconnected beings.
Grazia: What inspired you to create Meta Spirituality? Was there a pivotal moment or realization that led you to challenge conventional spiritual practices?
How do you define ‘direct connection’ with one’s inner Creator?
Nina Verkoeyen: A ‘direct connection’ with one’s inner Creator means recognizing and experiencing the divine presence within ourselves without relying on external practices or intermediaries. Traditional spiritual practices often create a sense of distance by suggesting that we need specific techniques or rituals to connect with the divine. MetaSpirituality teaches that our spiritual path leads us to outgrow the intermediaries, realizing our own true power as the creator.
A person who completes the process of allowing this knowledge to flow through them emerges as a radically new being, with a transformed self-identification and perspective on life. Such a person no longer feels like a victim of circumstances, traumas, or limiting beliefs, nor as a student of life, but as the creator of their reality who takes full responsibility for everything there is. This maturation leads to a sense of responsibility, yet freedom from all the illusions previously held. I believe this to be the most advanced spiritual teaching available in the world now.
Grazia: Your new book, The Last Truth, promises this direct connection and direct enlightenment without intermediaries. Can you share the key messages of the book and how it aims to transform the spiritual journey for its readers?
Nina Verkoeyen: The Last Truth is the landmark program of Meta Spirituality turned into a book. It’s a series of lectures so deep and powerful that they transform you step by step into a new being. The Last Truth book is a step-by-step guided process of becoming your true self.
The book guides readers to recognize and embrace their direct connection with their inner Creator, bypassing traditional spiritual intermediaries. By doing so, it aims to simplify and accelerate the spiritual journey, making enlightenment accessible to all who are ready to receive it.
The Last Truth is so powerful that it promises to become one of the leading spiritual works, a must-have on the bedside table of every person in this and future generations. It serves as an alternative to traditional religious texts, offering the knowledge that unites people of all beliefs and religions in one cohesive understanding of the truth of who we are.
Grazia: You’ve also ventured into the music world under the stage name Runa. Why has a spiritual leader started making music? How does your music reflect the principles of Meta Spirituality, and what do you hope listeners take away from your songs?
Nina Verkoeyen: The main medium for sharing my teachings has always been voice. Singing is just another format of my lectures. Music is a universal language, and it attracts an even broader audience. Also, when the deep teaching is in a format that rhymes and is accompanied by melody, it is more likely to find resonance in many people, make them remember the message, and as a result, become activated by it.
My music as Runa—which translates as “the secret lore” from old Norse—is an extension of the principles of Meta Spirituality. Each song is crafted to evoke a sense of unity and connection with the inner Creator. The lyrics and melodies are designed to inspire listeners to look within and recognize their own divinity. It has this hypnotizing effect on you that awakens something deep within. Through my music, I hope to awaken the memory of who we truly are and convey the message about our inner power to create this reality. I want my listeners to feel empowered and connected to their true selves, experiencing the same sense of unity and power that Meta Spirituality promotes.
Grazia: Looking ahead, what are your aspirations for Meta Spirituality? Are there new developments or initiatives on the horizon that you’re excited about, particularly in relation to The Last Truth or your music career?
Nina Verkoeyen: Looking ahead, my aspirations for Meta Spirituality include expanding its reach and impact. The release of The Last Truth book is a significant milestone, and I’m excited about the potential it has to transform lives. I plan to conduct workshops and seminars based on the book to help people experience direct enlightenment. Additionally, I have new music projects in the works that continue to reflect and promote the principles of Meta Spirituality. I’m also exploring collaborations with other artists and creators to further integrate spirituality with various forms of expression. Our ultimate goal in Meta Spirituality is to empower people to awaken to their highest potential and contribute to creating an enlightened civilization by 2050.
