The One You Feed

Eli Jaxon-Bear on Your True Self

Mar 13, 2019
Eli Jaxon-Bear, founder of The Leela Foundation and author of "An Outlaw Makes it Home," dives into the exploration of the true self. He emphasizes the need to distinguish between our true essence and the false selves we create. The conversation covers intriguing insights into the Enneagram, suggesting a deeper understanding of identity beyond mere personality types. Eli also discusses the transformative journey from 'me' to 'I,' encouraging authenticity and self-awareness as pathways to fulfillment. Discover how silence and emotional healing play vital roles in this journey.
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INSIGHT

Discovering the True Self

  • Discovering your true self involves understanding who you are and what you want to feed.
  • This awareness ends the internal conflict between the 'good' and 'bad' impulses.
INSIGHT

True Self vs. False Self

  • Knowing your true self requires turning away from your false, constructed self.
  • Drop the idea of "me and mine" to find what remains, your true self.
ADVICE

Prioritizing True Self

  • Prioritize finding your true self above all else, even if it means giving up everything else.
  • Be willing to tell the truth about where your focus truly lies.
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