E141 - Deepak Chopra: Mind, Memory & The Multiverse: What is Reality?
Know Thyself
Crossing the Event Horizon of Self-Identity
The dark night of the soul signifies a profound existential crisis where established beliefs about reality and self-identity are dismantled. It begins with the realization that conventional anchors—such as the notions of being a person, possessing a body, or existing in a defined universe—are illusions. This questioning can evoke intense feelings of disorientation and anxiety. However, embracing this disillusionment can lead to a transformative experience akin to crossing an event horizon in cosmology. From an external perspective, this transition may appear to stretch into eternity, but internally, it unfolds in an instant. As one crosses this threshold, the perception of time alters dramatically, leading to a deeper understanding of existence. Ultimately, the journey entails recognizing that what one perceives as the self is not a fixed entity, but rather an experience within a greater awareness, thereby redefining the essence of identity beyond the confines of the body and temporal limitations.
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