And Then It Hit Me with Cory Allen #325 The Portal Of Presence
Dec 23, 2024
Discover the transformative power of mindfulness and how it enhances your appreciation for beauty and clarity. Explore the concept of existential gratitude, gaining insights into the importance of being present in every moment. Delve into personal growth by actively engaging in self-awareness and creativity, much like training in sports. Learn about the challenges of distraction and how cultivating internal focus can lead to greater understanding and opportunities.
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Existential Gratitude and Suffering
- Cory Allen discusses existential gratitude, appreciating every moment of existence.
- While desiring change is natural, focusing solely on it without appreciating the present leads to suffering.
Cultivate Self-Awareness
- Make your attention and focus available to yourself, despite constant distractions.
- Cultivate self-awareness to be more intentional with your life and process your feelings.
Present Moment Development
- True personal development happens in the present moment.
- Reflecting on past experiences is less effective than making changes in real-time.
