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The Illusion of Separateness: Buddhism's Teachings on Loneliness, Love, and Human Connection with Koshin Paley Ellison 315

Sep 26, 2023
Sensei Koshin Paley Ellison, a Zen teacher and psychotherapist, discusses Buddhism's teachings on loneliness, love, and human connection. They explore how the feeling of separateness is an illusion created by our minds and how breaking down that illusion can lead to connection. They also discuss the importance of freeing ourselves from trauma, cultivating deep friendships, recognizing opportunities and energy drains, shaping our view of the world, and focusing on positive thoughts.
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Quick takeaways

  • Loneliness is a delusion that can be overcome by recognizing our interconnectedness through Buddhism's teachings.
  • Untangling our entangled pasts and following Buddhism's eightfold path can lead to liberation from suffering.

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The Implications of Loneliness and the Illusion of Separateness

Loneliness is not just a feeling, but a public health issue that increases the risk of early death. The Buddhist perspective challenges the illusion of separateness, emphasizing interconnectedness and breaking down the delusion that we are alone in the universe. Buddhism and A Course in Miracles teach that delusion and suffering result from the belief in separateness. Shifting our focus from external events to personal growth, aligning our dreams with higher guidance, and following Buddhism's eightfold path can help overcome this illusion and find connection.

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