"Mushroom Wisdom" explores the universal aspects of the psilocybin mushroom experience as it relates to spirituality. Author Martin Ball explains how mushroom use can lead the spiritual seeker to profound states of self-awareness and radical understanding of the nature of the self, reality, and the sacred. Topics include looking into the spiritual mirror to uncover an authentic sense of self, developing "witness" consciousness to overcome self-limiting concepts and judgments, and removing obstacles of ego and self-induced suffering to trigger the rich experience of "spirit flow." The book also addresses the creation and use of ritual, sacred objects, and the importance of sound and silence. Ball distinguishes between using mushrooms in spiritual work as opposed to simply having a pleasant psychedelic experience. Not a guide to how to have "fun" with psilocybin mushrooms, "Mushroom Wisdom" is a serious investigation into deep spiritual nature, drawing on both a wide array of scientific disciplines and ancient shamanic practices.

Simple, concise, and radical, Being Human outlines the Entheological Paradigm, a Grand Unified Theory of reality that accounts for not only all of the physical world, but personal consciousness, life, and God as well. This guide explains the nature of God as a Fractal Energy Being and how this One Being works to create all of physical reality and is also embodied in all living beings through the process of evolution. To be Human is to be God in a body. This guide not only explains how this is accomplished through energetic evolution, but also explains how individuals can use entheogenic medicines to learn how to own their personal energy and take responsibility for themselves as unique manifestations and embodiments of God. Free of fluff, mystification, metaphysics, and all religious dogma and illusion, Being Human is the simple, easy-to-follow guide to a fulfilling life in reality that humanity has been waiting for. This is the book that can change the world, and it all begins with YOU Welcome, at long last, to Reality

This book is a collection of independently written essays about the Entheological Paradigm by Martin W. Ball, which was first articulated in his previous book, Being Human, including movie reviews and analysis of the film Avatar and The Spirit Molecule, and a controversial article on Terence McKenna. This book is an invaluable addition to the ongoing discovery of the meaning of it all . . . Essays include: "The Entheological Paradigm: An Overview" "The Process: An Experiential Discourse on Non-Duality" "Terence on DMT: McKenna's Reflections in the Tryptamine Mirror of the Self" "Ego, Energy, and Entheogens: The Reality of Human Liberation from Illusion" "Digesting The Spirit Molecule: Is DMT Inter-Dimensional Rocket Fuel or a Reflection of the Self?" "The Avatar Dreamhunt: Why Psychedelics Make Avatar More Sophisticated" "Visionary Art"

"I want to tell you the story of how I accepted the truth that God is the only reality, including you, and including me. I want to tell you the story of how I learned that everything that exists is one, universal, all-embracing, loving being, and how all sense of separation or distinction from this one being is an illusion created by the mind and human ego. I want to tell you how I learned this truth within myself, and have subsequently learned to live with this reality as an individual who has been profoundly and permanently transformed by this truth. "Perhaps despite appearances, this is not a tale of spirituality, religion, or anything of the kind - if anything, it is a tale of overcoming and moving beyond the inherent limitations of religion and spirituality as constructs of the human ego. It is a tale of truth, personal discovery, and liberation and transformation. It is a very personal story with universal ramifications, and as such, it is timeless. "I want to tell you of how I discovered myself, and in doing so, also discovered you." -From Being Infinite In this very revealing memoir, entheogenic researcher, Dr. Martin W. Ball, Ph.D., details his quest for self-discovery, transformation, and liberation into authentic being. His journey takes him through struggles as a graduate student in Religious Studies, an unhappy marriage, explorations of numerous spiritual traditions, and deep into the mysterious realm of entheogens. The tale told here follows Dr. Ball through his practice of Zen meditation, his initiation into Mescalero Apache medicine traditions, use of peyote in the Native American church, ayahuasca and Santo Daime, and the explosive and life-altering event of experiencing 5-MeO-DMT with the Temple of Awakening Divinity and his first encounter with the true nature of being as God and Universal Consciousness. A pivotal moment comes for Dr. Ball in 2007 at Burning Man, where he finally admits to himself that he is profoundly unhappy. In order to be true to himself and his heart, he must make radical changes in his life and dive headfirst into his quest for self-discovery. What unfolds is a profound and shattering process of uncovering the infinite nature of authentic being and his struggle to accept the reality that there is only God - that all of reality is one universal being of pure energy, love, and absolute awareness. Dr. Ball has told his story before in bits and pieces, but this is the first time it has all been articulated in one place in an intimate and comprehensive format. Provocative, challenging, and radical, Being Infinite articulates Dr. Ball's nondual perspective that developed from his entheogenic experiences and the profound transformations they made within his sense of self and understanding of the nature of reality and being. There are many psychedelic memoirs available, but there is nothing else quite like this work that readers are sure to find engrossing, challenging, and maybe even liberating. It is a story that is both personal and universal, and has profound implications for anyone seeking after deeper self-awareness and authentic being, and lays the inspirational groundwork for anyone who is ready to move beyond being spiritual to simply being true, right here, right now. It is a tale of truth, and a tale of freedom from all self-created limitations and the very important role that entheogens, particularly 5-MeO-DMT, have in this profound process. Anyone who is interested in cultivating self-awareness, exploring entheogens, and moving beyond superficial spirituality will surely find this to be a radical edition to their reading list, and just might open a few eyes and hearts in the process. In the end, there is only One, and the task of each person is to discover this eternal truth for him or herself. It cannot be taught. It cannot be learned. It can only be discovered in the core of each individual's heart, and this is Dr. Ball's process of doing exactly that.

From the imagination and experience of one of the world's most provocative entheogenic researchers comes a psychedelic tale of self-discovery, universal love, and personal awakening. For Beyond Azara, Martin W. Ball brings all the wonder of mystical experience together with deep insights, sensuality, and gripping storytelling. The world has been wracked by an apocalyptic war. In the aftermath, a dedicated religious group known as the Azarans has left the mainland behind to seek a place from which to rebuild humanity. Across the Loa Neshi Sea, they find the paradise they've been looking for on the island continent of Lur. Esoteric doctrine and radical awakening clash in this dynamic tale of how two people, Jendru Amdin and Jor Alesh Melva, discover their true nature and each other amidst events that will shatter everything they thought they knew. Jendru is soon to take his vows and become a monk in the psychedelic religion of Azara. Jor Alesh is the ascended Alcian of Jurnda, a secular metropolis. She's come to the sacred pyramid temple city of Azar to observe the unexpected return of the heretical Darsulans. Two hundred years previously, the upstart group challenged the sacred doctrine of Azara and left the religious refuge, disappearing across the island. Now they're coming back and no one knows why. It's Seyloq Surya, a reclusive apostate, who brings Jendru and Jor Alesh together. With this unusual man, who claims to be God, they experience a powerful new medicine, inviting them to challenge everything they've ever thought or believed. In the process, they begin to discover themselves, what it means to follow their hearts, and trust in the infinite. Beyond Azara is an exciting mix of nondual philosophy, entheogenic experience, sensual awakening, and universal romance that pierces the veil of illusion and reveals the nature of being like nothing else you've read. "A combination of Brave New World, 1984, and The Teachings of Don Juan. A recommended read for those interested in 'after Armageddon' and the survival of the human spirit in spite of war, despots, and religious philosophies out of touch with human needs." -John A. Rush, Ph.D., author of The Mushroom in Christian Art, and Failed God "With his latest work of fiction, Martin Ball continues to astound us with his prolific output and his on-going conversation about all things entheogenic" -James Oroc, author of Tryptamine Palace: 5-MeO-DMT and the Sonoran Desert Toad "If you thought the sex, drugs and rock and roll of the '60s was something, wait until the seductive sexual and entheogenic juices role right off of the pages of this post-apocalyptic magnum opus, right into your nether region, sending you into a world where you'll cum to understand yourself. And the best part is, this book's details of experience and methods are the real deal." -Jan Irvin, author of The Holy Mushroom

When the creature Orobai discovers an unusual jewel that transforms into a mysterious young girl, he knows that his destiny is at hand. For 23,000 years Orobai has wandered the lost forests and towering mountains of Aurduin, a mythical land created by the Illan. The sole remaining practitioner of the Altfein-Aryat, the Illan's mystical art of creation, Orobai has patiently awaited the fulfillment of his magical purpose: to heal the world of Aurduin in the aftermath of a prophesized apocalypse. Now it is a race against time as Orobai struggles to piece together the intricate puzzle of his fate, the identity of the young girl, Miraanni, and the devastating ecological sickness that is overtaking Aurduin. Join Orobai in this first volume of the Tales of Aurduin series as he seeks a vision that will reveal the terrible apocalypse that is to come.

Tales of Aurduin comes to a stunning conclusion in this final book of the series, The Fifth Temple. All-out war rages across Aurduin with the massive Jolao military armada engulfing Jeaniaurduin in an attempt to crush Kalzhat and the resistance. Jao and Ashi struggle to understand the mysterious forces that have brought them together as they seek to unravel the secret of the enigmatic temple and egg of Jao's dreams. Meanwhile, Orobai and Miraanni return once more to the Mwataan to bring to light Miraanni's hidden past and reveal the path to the future. Now is the time of the unfolding of Orobai's Vision across the face of Aurduin. The apocalypse comes. Everything will change.

Tales of Aurduin continues in this exciting second installment of the series with The Fate of Miraanni. Orobai is missing. The mysterious child, Miraanni, has fallen into a catatonic state, but not before inspiring a fanatical religion in her name. Her guardian, Ashi must flee Laftandiar-Urya after receiving an ancient religious relic of a ceremonial knife. Can the Serpent King bring Miraanni back? Will Ashi accept her role as the Miraanni's prophet, and to what end? The pace quickens as tensions and stakes are raised in this dynamic continuation of Tales of Aurduin.

Tales of Aurduin continues in this exciting third installment of the series with The Alchemist and the Eagle. The religion of the Tal is spreading its message of the Holy Kyandara and the Mother of the Perfect Creation across the face of Aurduin. A determined group of resistance fighters is gathering in Jeaniaurduin, ready to strike out against the invading Jolao Empire. And as the Jolao ready their ultimate weapon, their leader, Rin Jao, is dreaming of a mysterious temple that houses an enigmatic egg.

The Entheological Paradigm is a must-read for anyone who is interested in DMT, 5-MeO-DMT, and the nature of unitary consciousness. In this groundbreaking work, entheogenic researcher, Martin Ball, Ph.D., presents a coherent system of analysis for understanding the psychedelic experience, human identity and consciousness, and the nature of reality as a unified energetic system. Free from speculative metaphysics, The Entheological Paradigm promises a revolution in humanity's understanding of itself as well as gives practical methodology for achieving non-dual awareness. Provocative, challenging, and ultimately liberating, this collection of essays is bound to leave its mark in the quest to understand the meaning of it all. Includes the essays, "Digesting the Spirit Molecule," "The Avatar Dreamhunt," "Energy, Ego, and Entheogens," and much more.

Entheologues presents a fascinating collection of interviews with top figures in the entheogenic field. James Oroc talks about God, 5-MeO-DMT, zero-point energy and the Akashic Field. Rick Strassman discusses his new book and shares the surprising results of his DMT study, along with his hopes for an entheogenic research center. Jan Irvin and John Rush discuss the roles of psychedelic mushrooms and other visionary sacraments in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. In the final interview, Daniel Siebert gives a detailed history of Salvia divinorum. Completing the book, Martin W. Ball makes a strong case for the human right to entheogen use as religious sacraments. Was Jesus a psychedelic mushroom? Do DMT experiences send people into alternate realities? What is the legal status of entheogens for spiritual use? Why are there so many mushroom images in Christian art? Can 5-MeO-DMT bring about realization of God? These questions and more are answered in Entheologues.

Being Human is the extraordinary new book that articulates a grand unified vision of reality through the Entheological Paradigm. Skillfully avoiding all speculation and metaphysics, Martin W. Ball, Ph.D., presents a concise explanation for the fundamental nature of reality as the fractal expression of a Unitary Energy Being (God). Ball explores how intentional work with entheogens, such as 5-MeO-DMT, gives individuals direct access to their immediate energetic natures. Through such practices, individuals can liberate themselves from the restrictive confines of their illusion-bound egos and embrace their personalities and bodies as direct expressions of God in physical and conscious form. Radical in its implications, stunning for its simplicity, Being Human is humanity's long-awaited guide to genuine fulfillment, transcendence, and global harmony and peace. If you feel ready to understand and experience the truth for yourself, then Being Human is the only book you will ever need.

Salvia divinorum is a unique and profoundly powerful visionary herb from the Mazatec region of Mexico. Now widely available in the western world via the internet, but still little understood, this legal entheogen is becoming ever more popular among those who follow the shamanic path of plant based spirituality. In this work, artist, musician, writer and shamanic explorer, Martin Ball, navigates his way through the strange world of sage space, from Burning Man to overtone singing and cosmic serpents, bringing back guidance and advice for the use of Salvia divinorum as a true entheogen and ritual sacrament. Sage Spirit is bound to be a valuable resource for all those interested in exploring salvia responsibly as a spiritual catalyst and consciousness-expanding agent of personal transformation. Filled with personal accounts, practical advice and philosophical reflections, this book is a must for anyone wanting to learn more about this amazing visionary plant.