The Truth Is Absolutely Relative
Through Attentive Observation to Transcendence of the Self
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Why do we react automatically in ways that no longer serve us? Worse still, ways that are downright counterproductive. And how can we break through these emotional and mental algorithms without getting entangled in endless self-analysis?
This book offers a clear path from observation to transformation, toward a transcending of the self. By attentively observing how we shape reality through our perception, develop emotional algorithms, and assign meaning, a fundamental insight emerges:
The 'self' we defend so automatically is itself a limiting construct - one that can be transcended!
Through theory and practical applications of perception, attention, and awareness, through unmasking and dismantling reactivity, you learn not only to know yourself, but to become free of the limitations of that self.
Across 12 themes, we explore the essence and realization of inner freedom, and the obstacles you may encounter in manifesting this freedom in daily life.
Each of the theme chapters opens with an Introduction and closes with Integration Exercises - because insight without application remains theory.
The truth is absolutely relative. And precisely because of that, absolutely liberating.
Specificaties
Lezersrecensies
Inhoudsopgave
Colophon
Dedication
Introduction
Perception
Introduction to Perception
Perception – I See, I See What You Don’t See!?
Phenomenology and the Nature of Mind
Believing Is Inevitable and Not Without Consequence
Everything Revolves Around Perception
Integration Exercises
Attention and Awareness
Introduction to Attention and Awareness
The Four Trainings of Attention
Mindlessness
Without Attention, All Efforts Are Pointless
Integration Exercises
Meditation
Introduction to Meditation
Shamatha Meditation
Meditation Brings Nothing!
Meditating Will Not Make You Relaxed, Nor Happy
Meditating – the Seven Problems and Their Solution
The Goal of Meditation Is (Not) a Head Without Thoughts
Integration Exercises
Training Your Mind
Introduction to Training Your Mind
Addictions and Allergies to Free Yourself From
Cherish Your Problems and Use Them as the Cause of Your Success
If You Are Not Happy, It Is Your Own Fault, Right?
The Eight Verses for Training Your Mind
The Seven Points of Training the Mind
Four Thoughts for Training the Mind
Integration Exercises
The Spiritual Path
Introduction to The Spiritual Path
Spiritual Development Is Simple, but Not Easy
Open Presence Ís Spiritual Meaning
Does Surrender Lead to Liberation?
The Trinity of Spiritual Development
Integration Exercises
Relationships
Introduction to Relationships
Loving Attention in Relationships
Quality of Relationship Is Essential
Quality Is Not a Fact but an Experience
Integration Exercises
Reactivity
Introduction to Reactivity
Dismantling Emotional Reactivity and Cultivating Contentment
How Do We Dismantle Emotional Consumption and Other Addictions?
Integration Exercises
Consciousness Development
Introduction to Consciousness Development
The 4 Phases of Consciousness Development
Evolution of Attention in the 4 Phases
Interrupt the Vicious Circle
Relax into How It Is
One – A Reflection on Consciousness Development
Integration Exercises
Creating Meaning
Introduction to Creating Meaning
What Is the Meaning of Life?
From Receiving Meaning to Discovering Meaning
Why Realizing Our Dream Is So Important
Creating Meaning Is a Verb
From Insight to Realization
The Sense of Meaning
Integration Exercises
Inner Leadership
Introduction to Leadership
Everyone Is a Leader!
The Essence of Inner Leadership
Integration Exercises
Wisdom
Introduction to Wisdom
How to Develop Practical Wisdom
From Wishing to Willing
Know Thyself!
No Freedom Without Limitation
From Monologue to Dialogue in the World
Integration Exercises
Truth
Introduction to Truth
The Truth Is Absolutely Relative
Integration Exercises
Afterword
Index
Index of Integration Exercises
Appendices
The Slogans of the Seven-Point Mind Training
The 4 Phases of Consciousness Development
The Consciousness Spectrum
Bibliography
About the Author
Other Books
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