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“the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” series

2024 Series on ‘the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself”
This series uses Michael A. Singer’s book by the same title as a guide on your journey in which you learn what it is truly like to be who you are – always and in all ways.
Reading List for the Untethered Soul Series

If you want to watch only the message or do just the meditation for a service, scroll beyond the summary of the full services to view individual components of each week.

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the untethered soul – An Overview – Join us this week as we begin our new series on Michael A Singer’s book in which we learn to let the world “be” so you can be who you are.
the untethered soul – An Overview – This week our service is the first in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is “the untethered soul – An Overview.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to allow the world to be what it is so you can be who you are. You have limitless potential and this journey through Singer’s words are a means to learn to be an observer in life and to create new spiritual practices to incorporate in our lives.
We might each embrace this journey as we reflect on Singer’s words:
“The more you are willing to just let the world be something you’re aware of, the more it will let you be who you are — the awareness, the Self, the Atman, the Soul”
Enjoy the music of Gary Lynn Floyd and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – An Overview – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message: the untethered soul – An Overview, which focuses on a journey to yourself, letting the world “be” so you can be who you are.
the untethered soul – An Overview–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and The CSL Music team as they move you into a time of saying YES to everything that comes your way in life, recognizing everything brings with it a blessing. The meditation song is “Tender Yes” and you are invited to settle in with the Divine and count your many the untethered soul – An Overview.
the untethered soul – An Overview – Reading – Listen as Nancy Wertz reads an excerpt from the Introduction of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading reminds “…we see that things are not always as simple as they seem. If we dare to look past the surface of the term “self,” questions arise that many people would rather not ask: “Are the many aspects of my being all equally part of my ‘self,’ or is there only one of me—and if so, which, where, how, and why?”
the untethered soul – An Overview – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana begins a new series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is “the untethered soul – An Overview.” Rev. Larrye-Marie encourages you to become aware of the world as an observer and see your own limitless potential. She summarizes what we, as a community, will be moving through during this series, looking at the five major components of the book. She encourages you to apply spiritual practices to your daily life and let the world “be” so you can truly be who you are.
As Singer states in his book:
“…though the journey we are about to embark on is an inner one, it will draw upon every aspect of your life. The only requirement asked of you is the willingness to honestly look at yourself in the most natural, intuitive manner. Remember, if we are seeking the root of “self,” what we are actually seeking is you.”
Imagine how much impact this community can we have as we join each other in this journey to “self”.

the untethered soul – Part I_A: Awakening Consciousness – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book in which we learn to awaken our consciousness to that inner voice and inner roommate and be disentangled from it.
the untethered soul – Part I_A: Awakening Consciousness – This week our service is the second in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is “the untethered soul – Part I: Awakening Consciousness.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to step back and view your inner chatter objectively, to create space between you and your inner roommate, and to make clear and conscious choices with respect to your life experiences. The inner chatter is NOT the real you. Learn to become an observer and to watch your inner roommate.
Embrace this journey as we reflect on Singer’s words:
“You are the subject, and everything you see, hear, think, or dream is the object of your consciousness. Anything you can observe outside and inside of you, anything that can take your attention—the table in front of you, your body in the mirror, your physical experiences, your thoughts, and your emotions—is not you. You are what would remain if everything that passes by or inside you ceased to exist.”
Enjoy the music of Gary Lynn Floyd, the Chariot Duo, and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part I_A: Awakening Consciousness – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message: the untethered soul – Part 1: Awakening Consciousness, which focuses on a journey to yourself as we learn to disentangle ourselves from the chatter of our inner roommate.
the untethered soul – Part I_A: Awakening Consciousness–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and Gary Lynn Floyd as they move you into a time of finding your haven of peace as you reflect on the subtle yet constant companion that accompanies you—the voice inside your heads. You are invited to relax from that inner voice of judgment and opinions. The meditation song is “Haven of Peace” and you are invited to settle in with the Divine and listen to Divine guidance.
the untethered soul – Part I_A: Awakening Consciousness – Reading – Listen as Debbie Barnett reads an excerpt from Part I: Awakening Consciousness of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading reminds us: “The best way to free yourself from this incessant chatter is to step back and view it objectively. Just view the voice as a vocalizing mechanism that is capable of making it appear like someone is in there talking to you.”
the untethered soul – Part I_A: Awakening Consciousness – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is “the untethered soul – Part 1_A: Awakening Consciousness.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to examine the voice within your head and your inner roommate so you might empower yourself to choose how much influence they hold over your life. Remember you are the maker of the world you see and you can use acceptance as a powerful tool to make clear and conscious choices. As Singer states in his book:
“Problems are generally not what they appear to be. When you get clear enough, you will realize that the real problem is that there is something inside of you that can have a problem with almost anything.”
Imagine how much impact this community can we have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to control our inner voice and our inner roommate.

the untethered soul – Part I_B: Awakening Consciousness – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part 1: Awakening Consciousness, learning awareness is key to returning to the root of your being.
the untethered soul – Part I_B: Awakening Consciousness – This week our service is the third in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part 1: Awakening Consciousness.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to let go of your story of who you are, to realize you true home is the seat of consciousness, and to know awareness is key to returning to the root of your being. We take a moment to reflect on the illusion of identity and the essence that lies beyond as we reflect on Singer’s words:
“… the outside world and the flow of inner emotions come and go. But you, the one who experiences these things, remain consciously aware of whatever passes before you.”
Enjoy the music of Karen Drucker, Gary Lynn Floyd, the Chariot Duo and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part I_B: Awakening Consciousness – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a second message on: the untethered soul – Part I: Awakening Consciousness, which focuses on letting go of your story of who you are and realizing your true home is the seat of consciousness.
the untethered soul – Part I_B: Awakening Consciousness–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and The Chariot Duo (Amy and Jesse) as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relax into the quiet place within you that knows the truth of who you are, that knows that you are holy and Divine and that your true home is your awakened consciousness. The meditation song is “I will make a quiet place” and you are invited to settle in with the Divine and listen to Divine guidance.
the untethered soul – Part I_B: Awakening Consciousness – Reading – Listen as Rev. Catherine Bonin reads an excerpt from Part I: Awakening Consciousness of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from the chapter on The Lucid Self reminds us: “ “The best way to learn about consciousness is through your own direct experience. … The key is that consciousness has the ability to concentrate on different things.”
the untethered soul – Part I_B: Awakening Consciousness – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part 1: Awakening Consciousness.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to examine who you really are and seek the essence of your existence. She invites us to remember when we no longer see ourselves as our body or our jobs, or as any of the roles we play in our life, we know the essence of our existence. As Singer states in his book:
“Now you are in your center of consciousness. You are behind everything, just watching. That is your true home.”
Imagine how much impact this community can we have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to return to the root of our beings.

the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy, learning to keep your heart open to the unlimited access you have to infinite spiritual energy.
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – This week our service is the fourth in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the first on “the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to know you have unlimited access to infinite spiritual energy, to stay open to immerse yourself in your Spirit, and to release thoughts and emotions that block your spirit so you might fully enjoy life. We take a moment to reflect on the profound truth that Singer offers us:
“The more you can sense the energy of life in every moment, the more life becomes a celebration.”
Enjoy the music of Karen Drucker, Gary Lynn Floyd, and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a second message on: the untethered soul – Part 2: Experiencing Energy, which focuses on having unlimited access to infinite spiritual energy by keeping your heart open.
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and Gary Lynn Floyd as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, releasing anything that is blocking the flow of the eternal energy of love flowing through you. The meditation song is “Spirit’s Prayer” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about keeping your heart open to infinite energy.
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – Reading – Listen as Bob Wertz reads an excerpt from Part II: Experiencing Energy of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from the chapter on “Infinite Energy” reminds us “Consciousness is one of the great mysteries in life. Inner energy is another. … The truth is, every movement of your body, every emotion you have, and every thought that passes through your mind is an expenditure of energy.”
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part 2: Experiencing Energy.” Listen Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to remember you have unlimited access to infinite spiritual energy and you must stay open to immerse yourself in your Spirit. As Singer states in his book:
“The spiritual journey is one of constant transformation. In order to grow, you must give up the struggle to remain the same.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to tap into our infinite spiritual energy.

the untethered soul – Part II_B: Experiencing Energy – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part 2: Experiencing Energy, learning to be okay with everything just as it is.
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – This week our service is the fifth in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “Part 2: Experiencing Energy.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to release your grip on the illusion of control, to open yourself to the unknown, to trust in the wisdom of the universe and to surrender to the divine flow of existence. We reflect on the profound truths that Singer offers in his section on Transcending the Tendency to Close:
“You will eventually get conscious enough so that the minute you see the energy start getting strange, you stop. You stop getting involved in the energy.”
Enjoy the music of the Chariot Duo – Amy and Jesse – and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a second message on: the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy, which focuses on reminding you to learn to be okay with everything just as it is.
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and the CSL Music Team as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, and to open your heart and breathe even deeper into knowing the Divine is with you. The meditation song is “You Can Relax Now” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about releasing control and letting go of that tendency to close yourself off from the infinite energy out of fear.
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – Reading – Listen as Rev. Kimberly Hawkins reads an excerpt from Part II: Experiencing Energy of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from Chapter 7: “Transcending the Tendency to Close” reminds us: “We now experience the daily need to defend our self-concepts rather than our bodies. Our major struggles end up being with our own inner fears, insecurities, and destructive behavior patterns, and not with outside forces.”
the untethered soul – Part II: Experiencing Energy – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part 2: Experiencing Energy.” Listen Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to remember when we control things and try to protect ourselves, we are never free and there is no room for growth. As Singer states in his book:
“Begin with small things. We tend to let ourselves get bothered by the little, meaningless things that happen every day.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and start with the small things and then learn to be okay with everything.

the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself, learning life surrounds you with people and situations to stimulate your growth, not to cause you pain.
the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself – This week our service is the sixth in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the first on “the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to accept there can be life without fear, to know life surrounds you with people and situations to stimulate your growth, and to give up the struggle to remain the same. We take a moment to reflect on the profound truth that Singer offers us:
“If you truly want to grow spiritually, you need to be willing to let go of the past and whatever has been holding you back.”
Enjoy the music of Gary Lynn Floyd and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message on: the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself, which focuses on how to let go of the things we cling to that no longer serve us, and how we can remove our inner thorns.
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and Gary Lynn Floyd as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, releasing anything that is blocking the flow of your being truly free. The meditation song is “Nothing Can Hold Me” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about letting go and releasing your inner pain.
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – Reading – Listen as Nancy Wertz reads an excerpt from Part III: Freeing Yourself of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from the chapter on “Let Go Now or Fall” reminds us “People don’t understand that fear is a thing. It’s just another object in the universe that you are capable of experiencing. You can do one of two things with fear: you can recognize that you have it and work to release it, or you can keep it and try to hide from it.”
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the first on “the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself.” Listen Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to examine how we tend to suffer because we define how we think things ought to be rather than going with the flow of life. She also explores how to refuse to participate in any inner struggle that causes us pain.
As Singer states in his book:
“You either let go and float, or you hold on tight and drown.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to release our inner thorns so as to truly free ourselves from pain.

the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself, learning to avoid pain we must cease the mind’s constant interference with your life.
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – This week our service is the seventh in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to disengage from the mind’s constant interference with my life, to let go of any self-imposed bondage, and to know to be free requires giving up the need to be comfortable. As Singer suggests to us:
” You can have a different relationship with your mind. Whenever it starts up telling you what you should or shouldn’t do in order to get the world to match your preconceived concepts, don’t listen.”
Enjoy the music of Karen Drucker and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message on: the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself, which focuses on how to let go of any self-imposed bondage, and know our freedom requires giving up the need to be comfortable.
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and the CSL music team as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, and breathing even deeper into knowing the Divine is flowing through you, as you. The meditation song is “Pour Yourself in Me” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about letting go and releasing your inner pain.
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – Reading – Listen as Nic Ourso reads two excerpts from Part III: Freeing Yourself of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from the chapter on “Stealing Freedom from your Soul” reminds us “The prerequisite to true freedom is to decide that you do not want to suffer anymore.” And the reading from the chapter on “ Pain, the Price of Freedom” reminds us “ One of the essential requirements for true spiritual growth and deep personal transformation is coming to peace with pain.”
the untethered soul – Part III: Freeing Yourself – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part 3: Freeing Yourself.” Listen Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to free yourself from your inner disturbances by recognizing you—as your consciousness—are separate from your thoughts and emotions, and absolutely nothing you do about your external circumstances will ease your internal disturbances. As Singer states in his book:
“You are capable of ceasing the mind’s constant interference with your life.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and began a regimen of practicing self-compassion and mindfulness, striking out on a journey of inner exploration to facilitate the alchemical process of transformation.

the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond, learning to examine the walls we construct to protect ourselves from pain and discomfort.
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond – This week our service is the sixth in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the first on “the untethered soul – Part 4: Going Beyond.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to accept there can be life without fear, to know life surrounds you with people and situations to stimulate your growth, and to give up the struggle to remain the same. We take a moment to reflect on the profound truth that Singer offers us:
“If you truly want to grow spiritually, you need to be willing to let go of the past and whatever has been holding you back.”
Enjoy the music of Gary Lynn Floyd and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
And don’t forget to download the series reading list from the website.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message on: the untethered soul – Part 4: Going Beyond, which focuses on discovering how to question your mental models and embrace vulnerability so as to break down the walls that cause pain and discomfort.
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and Karen Drucker as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, releasing anything that is blocking you from knowing in this and every moment all is well. The meditation song is “In This Every Moment” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about going beyond everything that makes you uncomfortable.
the untethered soul – Part 4: Going Beyond – Reading – Listen as Anne Orwick reads two excerpts from Part IV: Going Beyond of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from the chapter on “Far, Far Beyond” reminds us “ Limitations and boundaries only exist at the places where you stop going beyond. If you never stop, then you go beyond boundaries, beyond limitations, beyond the sense of a restricted self.”
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the first on “the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to examine the walls we construct to protect ourselves from pain and discomfort and helps you discover how to question your mental models and embrace vulnerability. As Singer states in his book:
“True freedom is very close; it’s just on the other side of your walls. Enlightenment is a very special thing. But in truth, one should not focus on it. Focus, instead, on the walls of your own making that are blocking the light.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to take down the walls we use as barriers to our true light.

the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond, learning to focus our consciousness on our authentic self rather than on all the roles we play in life.
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond – This week our service is the ninth in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond.” Listen as guest speaker Rev. Dr. Larry King talks about letting go of false solidity and reminds you to focus your consciousness on your authentic self rather than on all the roles you play in life. As Singer suggests to us:
“Your sense of self is determined by where you are focusing your consciousness.”
Enjoy the music of Gary Lynn Floyd and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
And don’t forget to download the series reading list from the website.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond– “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message on: the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond, which focuses on how to let go of false solidity and be your authentic self rather than the many roles you plan in life.
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and Gary Lynn Floyd as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, and breathing even deeper into knowing the Divine is flowing through you, as you. The meditation song is “Dropping Down” and you are invited to drop down into the place within you where you feel that connection, into that place where you know the truth of who you are and listen to what the Divine wants you to know about surrendering to love.
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond– Reading – Listen as Pat Favaron reads an excerpt from Part IV: Going Beyond of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading, from Chapter 14 on “Letting Go of False Solidity,” reminds us “Your sense of self is determined by where you are focusing your consciousness. But what determines where you focus your consciousness? At the most basic level, it is simply determined by anything that catches your awareness because it stands out from the rest.”
the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond– Message Only – Listen as we continue our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part IV: Going Beyond.” Listen as guest speaker Rev. Dr. Larry King encourages you to let go of false solidity, and reminds you true liberation arises when we cease to identify with the ever-changing forms of the external world and instead anchor ourselves in the unchanging essence of our true selves. As Singer states in his book about what true spirituality means:
“It means that the events that happen in the moment belong to the moment. They don’t belong to you. They have nothing to do with you. You must stop defining yourself in relationship to them, and just let them come and go.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and anchor ourselves in the unchanging essence of our authentic self.
Don’t forget to download the series reading list from the website.

the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life, learning you can choose happiness and nonresistance and live a life filled with joy.
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – This week our service is the tenth in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the first on “the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to choose happiness no matter what the circumstances of life might present to you. She also explores how to release our resistance to the present moment and open ourselves to the infinite possibilities of life. As Singer states in his book:
“It is not difficult to see the tendency toward stress and resistance and daily life. But if we want to understand this tendency, we must first examine why we are so resistant to just letting life be life. What is it inside of us that even has the ability to resist the reality of life?.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to choose happiness and non-resistance each and every day.
And don’t forget to download the series reading list from the website.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message on: the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life, which focuses on learning to choose happiness and nonresistance in life.
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and Gary Lynn Floyd as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, releasing anything that is blocking the flow of your truly living your life in happiness and nonresistance. The meditation song is “Breathing In, Breathing Out” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about choosing happiness no matter what the circumstances are that surround your life.
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – Reading – Listen as Trey McClung Lee reads an excerpt from Part V: Living Life of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from the chapter on “The Path of Unconditional Happiness” reminds us “Do you want to be happy, or do you not want to be happy? It’s really that simple.” The reading from the chapter on “the path of nonresistance” reminds us “If you’re neither pushing life away, nor pulling it toward you, then you are not creating any resistance. You are simply present.”
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the first on “the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to choose happiness no matter what the circumstances of life might present to you. She also explores how to release our resistance to the present moment and open ourselves to the infinite possibilities of life. As Singer states in his book: “It is not difficult to see the tendency toward stress and resistance and daily life. But if we want to understand this tendency, we must first examine why we are so resistant to just letting life be life. What is it inside of us that even has the ability to resist the reality of life?.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to choose happiness and non-resistance each and every day.
Don’t forget to download the series reading list from the website.

the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life, learning death and the Tao te Ching are both master teachers of how to live life fully in balance and harmony.
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – This week our service is the eleventh in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you choose to live every moment of your life fully, and to remain centered – living in the middle, the balanced place, the place of harmony that you might sustain clarity. She reflects on the profound truth that Singer offers us in Chapters 17 and 18 of the book, one of which is this:
“What is inside of us that is so afraid that it keeps us from just enjoying life? This part of us is so busy trying to make sure the next thing goes right that we can’t just be here now and live life… Don’t you want to live before death comes?”
Enjoy the music of Gary Lynn Floyd and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
And don’t forget to download the series reading list from the website.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message on: the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life, which focuses on learning death and the Tao te Ching have much to teach you about living in harmony and balance so as to sustain clarity.
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and Gary Lynn Floyd as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, releasing anything that is blocking the flow of your truly living your life fully each day in harmony and balance. The meditation song is “Behold” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about remaining centered so as to sustain clarity and live life fully.
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – Reading – Listen as Ellen Thrash reads an excerpt from Part V: Living Life of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from the chapter on “Contemplating Death” reminds us “No person or situation could ever teach you as much as death has to teach you.” The reading from the chapter on “ The Secret of the Middle Way” reminds us “ If you want to understand the Dow, you must take it very slowly and keep it very simple. Otherwise, you may miss it, though it is right in front of you.”
the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the second on “the untethered soul – Part V: Living Life.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl reminds you to put things in perspective and use balance – the middle way – to helps us to find and sustain clarity. This message focuses on the chapters on contemplating death and the secret of the middle way and how death the Tao te Ching has so much to offer us on how to live life fully. As Singer states in his book:
“Life itself is your career, and your interaction with life is your most meaningful relationship. Everything else you’re doing is just focusing on a tiny subset of life in the attempt to give life some meaning. What actually gives life meaning is the willingness to live it. It isn’t any particular event; it’s the willingness to experience life‘s events.”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to choose the middle way and listen to the messages that death has to teach us.

the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life – Join us this week as we continue our series on Michael A Singer’s book and continue on our journey to the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life, learning you are a masterpiece of God made to do good works on this earth.
the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life – This week our service is the last in a 12-week series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the final one on “the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana, reminds you to choose to see with the eyes of God, to chisel away the layers to expose the masterpiece of your soul, and to become truly an untethered soul?. She reflects on the profound truths that Singer offers us in Chapter 19, “the loving eyes of God,” one of which is this:
“How can anyone really know anything about God?” … “Fortunately, deep within us, there is a direct connection to the Divine. There is a part of our being that is beyond the personal self.”
Enjoy the music of Gary Lynn Floyd and our own CSL Southeast Louisiana music team.
If you want to watch only a portion of the service, use these related links:
the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life – “No Frills” Service – The service starts at the opening welcome, no announcements, with a message on: the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life, which focuses on learning we are masterpieces of God and nothing we do can ruin that!
the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life–Meditation – Join Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl and the CSL music team as they move you into the silence, allowing yourself to settle into some time with the Divine, relaxing and opening your heart to this present moment, releasing anything that is blocking the flow of your truly living your life fully each day knowing you are God’s masterpiece and the Face of God on this planet. The meditation song is “Face of God” and you are invited to listen to what the Divine wants you to know about chiseling away anything not serving your highest good so as to find the masterpiece of your soul.
the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life – Reading – Listen as Debbie Barnett reads an excerpt from Part V:Living Life of “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” by Michael A. Singer. The reading from chapter 19 on “the loving eyes of God” reminds us “There is a part of our being that is beyond the personal self. You can consciously choose to identify with that part, rather than with the psyche or the body. When you do this, a natural transformation begins to take place within you.”
the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life – Message Only – Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl, spiritual leader of Center for Spiritual Living Southeast Louisiana continues our series on the book by Michael A. Singer: “the untethered soul – a journey beyond yourself” with each week independent. Today’s message is the final one on “the untethered soul – Part V:Living Life.” Listen as Rev. Larrye-Marie Heyl summarizes our journey through this book and then reminds you to embrace that you are a masterpiece of God and the Face of God on this planet. This message focuses on the chapter the loving eyes of God. As Singer states in his book:
“Your God is in ecstasy and there’s nothing you can do about it. And if God is in ecstasy, I wonder what He sees when He looks at you?”
Imagine how much impact this community can have as we join each other in this journey to “self” and learn to accept ourselves as masterpieces of God, designed to do good work here on earth.