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How to sink into silence

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

The Search for Meaning Through Self-Emptying and Presence

This chapter examines the difference between the ego-driven modern lifestyle and the self-emptying practices of monks. It emphasizes how immersing oneself in deep experiences can foster genuine happiness, while contrasting this with the distractions of everyday life and societal expectations.

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