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Roy Baumeister: Free Will, The Self, Ego, Will Power

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

CHAPTER

Meditation and the No Self Concept

This chapter explores the complex interplay between self-perception, meditation, and the idea of 'no self' in Buddhism, revealing how meditation can both dissolve the ego and enhance willpower. It discusses the impact of relationships on energy and confidence, contrasting the effects of toxic relationships with the rejuvenating power of positive connections.

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