Discover the fascinating idea that pain, anxiety, and joy are not separate from who you are, but rather parts of your experience. The discussion challenges the perception of self as a victim of feelings, emphasizing the importance of embracing emotions as they come and go. Dive into the illusion of separation between self and life, fostering curiosity and presence. Learn to accept the fluid nature of existence and gain deeper awareness of your identity in relation to life's transitions.

This saying is very common.  Stay in the conversation and things will begin to land more deeply. Although this seems true at a certain level, it also invites you to fall into the common traps of “waiting, “someday” and “becoming”, which are all thoughts.What can you do beyond simply staying in the conversation? We’ll explore that The post EP325: When “staying in the conversation” is not enough appeared first on Dr. Amy Johnson.

Life is constantly letting go. You don’t let go. You are let go. Who-you-take-yourself-to-be arises and dissolves as experience in each and every moment.Today’s episode is a portion of a recent call with the LSBC 6-week course where we explore the effortless, always letting go nature of life. ***Join me for a 6-day silent retreat in The post EP324: Always letting go  appeared first on Dr. Amy Johnson.

The podcast dives deep into the concepts of self and non-duality, challenging listeners to consider if these ideas are just thoughts or beliefs. It highlights the importance of experiencing reality beyond mental constructs. Additionally, a transformative silent retreat in Gatlinburg is introduced, offering a chance to immerse in unchanging essence and rediscover true nature away from everyday distractions. Prepare to rethink what you believe about existence!

Initially, noise, movement and visual appearances are primary. They are what’s happening, after all! They are the entirety of experience. They are where attention flows. It takes a lot of energy to be absorbed in all of that moving, changing chaos, but we rarely notice. Eventually, the foreground might move to the background and the background The post EP322: The silence, the stillness and the void at the center of everything appeared first on Dr. Amy Johnson.

Thought creates a sense of continuity. It creates a sense of you living your life with your past and your future. All of that – you, your life, your past, your future – only exist in and as thought. This process will happen. But what I discuss in today’s episode is the thought that says it’s The post EP321: Responsibility (It’s okay to not carry things through time) appeared first on Dr. Amy Johnson.

Discover the power of questions as the discussion uncovers the difference between helpful and unhelpful inquiries. 'Why' questions often trap us in concepts, whereas 'what' questions can lead to genuine understanding and presence. The conversation emphasizes the importance of curiosity and community in personal growth, encouraging deeper exploration of our motivations. Additionally, there's an invitation to a 7-day silent retreat designed to help participants reconnect with their true selves amidst the distractions of daily life.

Let’s have a serious talk. Thoughts are not true. Honestly, how in the world could they be? How could a formless blip of energy with some untouchable, vague images or memories or words, know about ‘you’ or the future?Thought is what creates the imaginary idea of a future. There isn’t a future known by thought.It The post EP319: Stop believing thoughts (and there are no “intrusive” ones) appeared first on Dr. Amy Johnson.

Delve into the dual meanings of 'fix'—both correcting problems and solidifying aspects of life. Discover how the quest to fix ourselves stems from fear and the illusion of a fixed identity. Learn that nothing is truly fixed; everything is in a state of constant change. The podcast encourages embracing this flow and letting go of the need for certainty, redefining how we perceive ourselves and our challenges.

In this episode I respond to a question I received from someone who experiences depersonalization and derealization. Specifically, the questioner shared that they don’t believe this is a thinking disorder and do I agree? This sent me on a bit of a nice rant 🙂 I do agree. No thinking is “disordered” in the same way that The post EP317: Are there thinking disorders? Is depersonalization one, or is it a “real feeling”?  appeared first on Dr. Amy Johnson.