Bring awareness to the many subtle sounds of nature - The rustling of leaves in the wind, Raindrops falling, The humming of an insect, The first birdsong at dawn.
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In you, as in each human being, there is a dimension of consciousness far deeper than thought. It is the very essence of who you are. We may call it presence, awareness, the unconditioned consciousness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the existence of a deeper consciousness within each person beyond just thought.
Eckhart Tolle emphasizes that every individual possesses a profound level of consciousness that transcends ordinary thoughts. This deeper essence, often referred to as presence or awareness, is fundamental to our identity and understanding of our true selves, encouraging a shift in focus from the mind to the innate awareness that exists within.
Themes
ConsciousnessAwarenessPresenceIdentitySelf
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation workshop, I shared this quote to help participants reconnect with their deeper selves.
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