Being Human 8: Jonny Standing | From Engineer to Enlightened Nomad

Being Human

Tuesday, 10 October 2023 - 43 minutes

In this episode of "Being Human" with Dr. Alun Walker, the guest is Jonny Standing, a musician with a rich tapestry of life experiences and spiritual journeys. Jonny shares his early life, including his upbringing, family, and initial career as a welder and engineer. He reflects on the monotony of his engineering job and his transition to becoming a full-time musician, touring the country with rock bands.

Jonny delves into his spiritual awakening at the age of 22, marking the beginning of his quest for meaning and purpose. He explores various spiritual groups and religions, including Christian groups and Buddhism, seeking experiential knowledge rather than theoretical understanding. Jonny's journey is marked by his rejection of blind faith and his appreciation for Buddhism's approach to skillful and un-skillful behaviours, eliminating guilt and judgment.

The conversation reveals Jonny's transition from a traditional lifestyle, including selling his house and opting for a life on the road in a motorhome, driven by a desire for self-sufficiency and freedom. His spiritual evolution is intertwined with his life choices, reflecting a holistic approach to living authentically and in harmony with his beliefs.

Jonny's diverse interests, including The Law of One, Hermeticism, Stoicism, Astro theology, Paleo contact, UFO phenomena, Mysticism, Shamanism, and the use of psychotropic plants and seeds, paint a picture of a man deeply engaged in exploring the multidimensional aspects of existence. His advocacy for universal love and unity underscores his journey from the confines of traditional societal norms to the expansive realms of spiritual enlightenment.

Check out Jonny on Drake Michigan: Embracing The Unconditioned here