Michael Singer Podcast E118: You Are Not Your Mind: The Journey Back to Self
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Oct 6, 2025 Dive into the essence of identity and discover that you are not your thoughts, but pure consciousness. Explore how ego forms through stored impressions, creating a false self that colors your perception. Michael Singer discusses enlightenment as witnessing awareness and the distractions of the mind. He shares insights from enlightened teachers and emphasizes life's purpose as liberating consciousness. Learn practical ways to reconnect with your true self, live freely in the moment, and embody realization in everyday life.
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You Are Consciousness Before Anything
- Michael Singer defines your true identity as consciousness that has always been and always will be.
- He emphasizes consciousness is distinct from thoughts, emotions, and objects it observes.
How The Mind Stores Charged Impressions
- Singer explains the mind stores experiences as charged impressions that distort perception.
- He distinguishes neutral memory from charged samskaras that bias future experience.
Yogananda's Boston Breakthrough
- Singer recounts Yogananda's 1920s Boston lecture where he said, "Christ belongs to the yogi."
- The line opened doors and led to Yogananda's influential presence in America.