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Norman Fischer on Spiritual Growth through Imagination

Mar 10, 2020
Norman Fischer, a celebrated poet and Zen Buddhist teacher, shares profound insights on spirituality and imagination. He redefines imagination's role, emphasizing its impact on how we perceive reality. The conversation covers the significance of integrating meditation into daily life for holistic growth. Humor and joy are praised as essential elements in personal development. Fischer also discusses compassion's transformative power and the importance of balancing ethical conduct, meditation, and understanding in spiritual practice.
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INSIGHT

Imagination's Role

  • We imagine the world based on conditioning, not objective reality.
  • Expand your imagination for a more compassionate, loving world view.
ADVICE

Construct Useful Stories

  • Create useful stories instead of defaulting to ingrained narratives.
  • Spiritual practices and life changes are key to changing your stories.
INSIGHT

The Bodhisattva

  • A Bodhisattva is a Buddha in training, dedicated to helping others.
  • Compassion, love, and service are their main characteristics.
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