Awareness Explorers
137: Mind Ploys
Jun 23, 2023
The podcast delves into how our minds deceive us, exploring inner narratives, beliefs, and spiritual advertising. It discusses the impact of tribalism, technology addiction, and cognitive mistakes, offering antidotes through mindfulness exercises and wordlessness. The hosts emphasize the importance of self-awareness and present moment awareness.
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- Identifying harmful inner dialogues helps distinguish practical thoughts from emotional narratives, aiding in focusing on peace and joy.
- Questioning rigid belief systems and perceptions allows for exploration of alternative viewpoints and liberation from dogmatic ideologies.
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The Mind's Trickery to Keep Us Distracted
Our minds employ various strategies to divert our focus from peace and joy, making us dwell on problems and negativity. By identifying the incessant inner dialogue that fixates on flaws and issues, we distinguish practical thoughts from the emotional mind's harmful narratives. Recognizing the mind's illusions, akin to magic tricks, helps us detach from its control and awaken to the present moment beyond its constructs.
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