Simply Always Awake Worshipping What Isn't to Overlook What Is
Jan 7, 2026
Explore the deep questions surrounding true awakening versus comforting fantasies. Learn how daydreaming can soothe but also distract, akin to gambling's allure of almost winning. Discover the courage needed to let go of familiar illusions and face the unknown. Gain insights on the dysfunction of thought patterns that keep us from reality. Finally, reflect on how even post-awakening, it’s easy to slip back into anxious thoughts, and how recognizing this cycle is key to truly waking up.
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Wanting The Dream, Not The Wakefulness
- Many people claim they want awakening but actually enjoy imagining it more than undergoing it.
- The imagination becomes a pacifier that provides dopamine without real change.
Gambling Documentary Illustrates 'Almost' Craving
- The host recalls a documentary on gambling addicts to illustrate a mental pattern.
- Addicts enjoyed almost winning more than actually winning, showing craving for the near-miss.
Enjoying What Isn't Happening
- Minds can derive enjoyment from events that aren't happening by treating imagined futures as real.
- This mechanism explains why fantasizing about awakening can feel rewarding yet remain illusory.
