
Eckhart Tolle: Essential Teachings
Oprah Winfrey is delighted to introduce a new weekly podcast series from one of the great spiritual thinkers of our time: Eckhart Tolle. Eckhart’s wisdom will help you learn to quiet your mind, separate your ego from your true self and live a fully present life. Essential Teachings by Eckhart will provide a path to discover an enlightened state of consciousness. Oprah says Eckhart transformed her life and hopes these Essential Teachings will inspire you to seek your own higher purpose.
Latest episodes

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Sep 19, 2024 • 36min
The Realization of Being is The End of All Problems
Eckhart Tolle, an author and speaker renowned for his insights on mindfulness, shares wisdom on living consciously. He discusses how balancing the dimensions of being and doing fosters harmony, especially in relationships. Tolle emphasizes that shedding ego allows us to perceive the deeper selves in others, facilitating genuine connection. He introduces the concept of loving-kindness, which he believes is essential for transforming our world. Ultimately, it's about recognizing our shared essence to cultivate kindness and connectedness.

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Sep 12, 2024 • 38min
Every Person Contains the Seed Of Awakening
Eckhart Tolle, a leading spiritual teacher and author, shares profound insights on the journey of awakening. He discusses how every individual holds the seed of consciousness, waiting to be nurtured. Tolle reflects on his childhood faith crisis, emphasizing that our challenges aren't personal failures but opportunities for growth. He explores the importance of present awareness, urging listeners to look beyond labels and connect deeply with life. Ultimately, he challenges us to embrace discomfort as a catalyst for spiritual evolution.

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Sep 5, 2024 • 33min
The Transcendent Dimension is Discovery Not Achievement
Eckhart, a renowned spiritual teacher, emphasizes that our true purpose is spiritual, transcending the mind-made identity that often leads to dissatisfaction. He argues that achievements will never fill our inner void, as genuine fulfillment is found within beingness. The discussion reveals how societal conditioning skews our sense of identity and happiness, while urging seekers to embrace the present moment. Eckhart insists that true liberation and enlightenment arise from this inner awakening, making spirituality a journey of discovery rather than mere accomplishment.

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Aug 29, 2024 • 35min
The Pain Body Is Part of the Human Condition
Eckhart, a renowned spiritual teacher, dives into the fascinating concept of the pain body and its role in human suffering. He draws comparisons to Gollum from 'Lord of the Rings,' illustrating how the pain body feeds on misery. Eckhart emphasizes that recognizing this entity is crucial for spiritual freedom. He shares his own transformation story and explains how discomfort can spark spiritual awakening and catalyze personal growth. Ultimately, he presents the pain body not just as a burden, but as a powerful motivator for change.

Aug 22, 2024 • 38min
The Ego Loves Its Problems
Eckhart Tolle, a renowned spiritual teacher focusing on consciousness and the ego, discusses the ego's attachment to problems and its role in perpetuating suffering. He highlights how our unconscious thoughts feed the ego and create a false sense of self. By embracing challenges, we can transform suffering into opportunities for spiritual awakening. Eckhart emphasizes that true fulfillment comes not from external circumstances but from within, urging us to cultivate present awareness to achieve a more conscious and fulfilling life.

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Aug 15, 2024 • 36min
Do You Embody the Awakening of Consciousness?
Eckhart, an esteemed speaker on mindfulness, discusses the transformative power of embracing the present moment. He highlights how many of us escape into distractions, which creates internal chaos. By embodying consciousness, we contribute to the collective awakening of humanity. Eckhart compares falling in love to spiritual awareness, urging listeners to recognize their true nature beyond conditioned thoughts. He explains that enlightenment is inherent, often obscured by mental noise, and encourages shifting from doing to being for true presence.

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Aug 8, 2024 • 40min
Awakening Is Necessary for Our Survival
Eckhart Tolle, a renowned spiritual teacher and author, discusses the urgent need for awakening to navigate today's crises. He emphasizes that true liberation comes from transcending habitual thoughts and warns against temporary escapes into substances that lead us away from consciousness. Eckhart believes that humanity is at a pivotal moment where collective awakening is not just beneficial but essential for our survival. He highlights that embracing stillness and awareness can unite individuals with the essence of existence and promote a profound transformation in human consciousness.

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Aug 1, 2024 • 30min
Nothing In This World Provides Lasting Happiness
Eckhart, a renowned thought leader, delves into the illusion of external validation and the pitfalls of chasing achievements for happiness. He emphasizes that no material possession or goal can provide lasting fulfillment, as true identity is rooted in consciousness. Eckhart warns that spiritual seekers can easily fall prey to ego-driven pursuits, mistaking enlightenment for a mere achievement. By embracing self-awareness and stillness, he offers a pathway to discovering our deepest selves and the lasting joy found in the present moment.

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Jul 25, 2024 • 38min
Awareness Of Our Thoughts Is the Beginning Of Awakening
Eckhart Tolle, a spiritual teacher, discusses the importance of presence and awareness in the current moment. He emphasizes the value of living in the present rather than fixating on the future. Eckhart shares personal stories of spiritual growth and awakening, highlighting the transformative power of being conscious of one's thoughts. He explores the process of spiritual liberation and the essence beyond personality, encouraging listeners to cultivate awareness for a deeper understanding of self.

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Jul 18, 2024 • 29min
There Is Something Beyond “My Life”
Eckhart Tolle discusses the journey from unhappiness to awakening, emphasizing the importance of living in the present moment. He explores finding our true essence beyond thoughts and memories, cultivating creativity through no-thinking, and utilizing visual cues for mindfulness in daily life.
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