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On Being with Krista Tippett

Eckhart Tolle — The Power of Now

Oct 8, 2009
Influential spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle discusses his personal experience of depression, his breakthrough to freedom and peace of mind, and the concept of the pain body. Tolle emphasizes the power of being present in the moment and the impact of embracing the present moment on our perspective. He also explores the essence of God and life, highlighting the importance of realizing the formless essence of oneself.
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Quick takeaways

  • Being present in the moment helps individuals rise above compulsive thinking and truly experience life.
  • By realizing the significance of now, individuals can shift their consciousness and find peace and joy in their lives.

Deep dives

Eckhart Tolle's teachings challenge the concept of identity based on continuous thinking

Eckhart Tolle's philosophy fundamentally challenges the idea that our identity is based on continuous thinking. He emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment and rising above compulsive thinking to truly experience life.

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