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Eckhart Tolle: Essential Teachings
Eckhart Tolle Special: Finding Death Before Death Finds You
Apr 25, 2024
Eckhart Tolle, a spiritual teacher, discusses the taboo of death and the importance of confronting mortality. He explores transcending the fear of death by connecting to a deeper aspect of ourselves that never dies. The podcast delves into ego death, consciousness awakening, and embracing impermanence for inner peace.
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- Understanding death is essential for living wisely, shifting perspective on life's challenges.
- Connecting with timeless essence beyond physical forms can transcend fear of death, fostering peace.
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Facing Death and Embracing Mortality
Eckhart discusses the importance of understanding death and the fear surrounding it. He emphasizes that familiarity with death is vital to living wisely. Stating that every person is infected with a 'lethal virus' of time, he highlights that awareness of mortality can change one's perspective on life's challenges and disputes. Eckhart contrasts the western world's denial of death with medieval times' awareness, suggesting that acknowledging mortality can provide a profound shift in one's approach to life.
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