Michael Singer Podcast E40: The Art of Living in the Now
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Jan 6, 2025 Discover the transformative power of living in the present moment. Explore how emotional purification can heal and connect you with life. Learn the importance of letting go of past baggage for clearer emotions and a more fulfilling experience. Embrace mindfulness and self-awareness as keys to liberation and happiness. By releasing attachments to your history, you can engage with life more fully, fostering curiosity and openness in the face of challenges.
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You Are Not Your Experiences
- You are not simply the sum of your experiences, but the consciousness aware of them.
- Your psyche, shaped by experiences, is what you perceive, not your true self.
The Masquerading Self
- Your self-concept, or ego, is a construct, a mask you create and present to the world.
- It changes based on your experiences and perceived societal expectations.
Chili and the Roach
- If a negative experience occurs while eating chili, one might develop a dislike for it.
- This demonstrates how preferences aren't inherent but stem from associated memories.