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The Immeasurable Podcast

TEACHINGS: The Roots of Psychological Conflict | J. Krishnamurti & David Bohm | Part 1

Feb 15, 2022
Renowned philosopher and spiritual teacher J. Krishnamurti and influential physicist and philosopher David Bohm discuss the root of psychological conflict and the concept of 'becoming'. They explore the desire to become something more, the concept of evolution, meditation and the silent mind, transcending time and thought, and the interconnection of form and energy.
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Quick takeaways

  • The root of psychological conflict lies in the contradictory desire for becoming and the avoidance of facing the truth.
  • Ending time and the ego's separation of 'I' are crucial in realizing one's true nature and transcending conflict.

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The Wrong Turn of Humanity

In this podcast episode, J. Krishnamurti and David Byrne discuss the idea that humanity has taken a wrong turn. They explore how mankind has always strived to become something, leading to exploitation and conflict. They delve into the root cause of this conflict, pointing out the contradictory desire for becoming and the avoidance of facing the truth. They question the role of time and how it contributes to the perpetual struggle. They conclude that the origin of conflict lies in the separation of 'I' and the ego, which perpetuates a sense of becoming and prevents individuals from realizing their true nature.

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