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The key message emphasizes the significance of learning to let go of internalized experiences that cause distress. By releasing stored emotions, individuals can open themselves to inner peace and unconditional happiness, transcending conditions that dictate joy.
The discussion delves into the various levels of happiness that individuals seek and the impact of desires on one's emotional state. It highlights how satisfaction with getting what one wants leads to happiness, while resistance to unwanted circumstances results in dissatisfaction and distress.
The narrative explores the concept of blockages within one's energy flow, caused by suppressing past experiences and resisting present moments. It underscores the need to relax and release these blockages to allow for a smoother energy flow, leading to a heightened state of awareness and joy.
The podcast advocates for engaging in continuous work on oneself to address stored disturbances and embrace present experiences without resistance. By focusing on relaxation and letting go of internal blockages, individuals can cultivate a state of inner peace and openness to the unfolding of life's moments.
Appreciating the mind as a beautiful creation that constantly presents opportunities for growth. Understanding that the mind is a reflection of oneself and expressing gratitude for its existence. Acknowledging that a purified mind reflects the self and its stillness is a mirror of inner peace, providing a deeper connection to one's true essence.
Embracing daily challenges as opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Recognizing that challenges are part of the spiritual journey, needing continual practice of releasing and surrendering. Advancing through experiences that may throw you off balance by mindfully returning to a state of acceptance and surrender, facing each moment with grace.
Exploring the evolution of self-awareness by observing experiences as if watching a movie, maintaining emotional intelligence to detach and evaluate situations objectively. Transforming reactive responses into mindful actions by focusing on acceptance and surrender to navigate daily life challenges effectively. Knowing that continual growth involves facing unwanted situations with resilience and embracing the process of self-discovery.
Discovering the journey towards mastery through mindfulness and self-mastery. Embracing the process of releasing, surrendering, and accepting daily challenges to evolve and deepen self-awareness. Recognizing that each moment presents an opportunity to practice letting go of the ego and aligning with the true essence of being. Navigating through life's ups and downs with a focus on growth, gratitude, and self-reflection.
MICHAEL A. SINGER is a spiritual teacher and #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Untethered Soul, The Surrender Experiment and the recent Living Untethered: Beyond the Human Predicament. For over four decades, Michael has been passionately teaching spirituality and mindfulness.
Michael’s spiritual journey began in 1971. While working on his doctorate in economics, Michael decided to go into seclusion to focus on yoga and meditation. It was in 1975 that Michael founded the Temple of the Universe, a now long-established yoga and meditation center where people of any religion or set of beliefs can come together to experience inner peace.
Singer is also a successful entrepreneur that has made major contributions in the areas of business, education, healthcare, and environmental protection. He created a leading-edge software package that transformed the medical practice management industry, as well as the founding CEO of a billion-dollar public company whose achievements are archived in the Smithsonian Institution.
Tony and Sage Robbins are excited to share this special presentation from a 2022 private event with their Platinum Partners in Mexico. Here, Michael teaches us the importance of surrender and how to “let go'' to remove the negative blocks inside us and allow positive emotions – like joy and happiness – to flow through us with grace and ease.
Watch the discussion here: https://youtu.be/E7TxEzMF3s8
EPISODE NOTES: [00:15] Sage intro [01:30] Tony Intro [02:42] What is happiness? [04:09] Michael’s Four Quadrant Truth Table [07:47] The Law of Diminishing Returns [09:34] How you’re programmed by your experiences [12:17] The happiness inside us all [13:36] We control little of what happens in life [17:50] The more open you are, the more joy you feel [19:16] Michael on “objective observation” [24:23] Oprah’s favorite quote from “Living Untethered” [25:41] Why we hold on to negative blockages [29:27] How to deal with uncontrollable situations [35:22] The meaning of “low hanging fruit” [40:50] Feeling resistance? Just relax [43:34] Discover your true self [46:49] Reach a pure state of happiness [51:28] The key to relax and release [55:43] Letting go of what is blocking your happiness [01:03:08] The great way is not difficult for those who have no preferences [01:06:54] Your path to pure joy [01:13:14] Question from Tony regarding letting go when we have a hard time navigating what we can and cannot control [01:15:51] Question from Tony: What is your trigger for going into a state of relaxation? [01:17:51] Question from Sage: When dealing with trauma, do you have an internal voice guiding you? [01:21:19] Question from Sage: Will letting go allow our consciousness to recognize more beauty? [01:22:16] Tina asks for validation for those already far on their spiritual journey [01:27:00] Question from Bernice: How do we interpret the ego when it comes to letting go? [01:29:46] Question from Sage: What can parents do to help their children growup both open and spiritual? [01:31:22] Nuria asks Michael to clarify the meaning of “we are not creating our own life” (quoted in his book) [01:37:58] Question from Shawn: How can meditation be used in the process? [01:41:30] Question from Teresa: How do you experience the mind as you continue to progress? [01:45:26] Question from Ishali: What tip can you give that helps us “go with the flow” when negative things are happening? [01:49:28] Sign Off
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