
Ram Dass Here And Now
Ep. 242 – The State of No Mind
Jan 3, 2024
Ram Dass discusses the importance of detaching from perspectives and models of the universe. He warns against becoming addicted to a single perspective and emphasizes the need to trust our intuitive validity. The podcast also explores the concept of addiction in our culture and the limitations of the mind. Reflecting on personal experiences, the hosts discuss letting go of attachments and the process of becoming finished with different things in life. They also share insights on therapy, healing, and profound realizations.
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- The state of no mind allows us to transcend attachments to perspectives and models, experiencing each moment as new.
- Being stuck in fixed perspectives limits our understanding of ourselves and the world, urging us to move beyond them.
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The State of No Mind
The podcast explores the state of no mind, where one transcends attachments to models and definitions of the universe and the self. In this state, there is no fixed perspective or preconceived ideas, allowing every moment to be experienced as new. Ram Dass discusses the Buddhist concept of no mind, which goes beyond enlightenment or any specific state of being. He emphasizes the importance of being free from attachment, as it limits our capacity to truly know ourselves and the world.
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