“What you are looking for is what is looking.” – St. Francis of Assisi Have you noticed how persistently the mind clings to the story of “not good enough”? This persistent doubt isn’t personal — it’s not your flaw or mine. It’s the universal ego phenomena at work, a force as automatic as breathing that…
“The ego is not who you are. The ego is your self-image; it is your social mask; it is the role you are playing. Your social mask thrives on approval. Your real self is immune to criticism.” – Deepak Chopra Have you ever noticed how your most stressful moments at work always involve a perceived…
“Would you rather be right, or would you rather be happy?” – Anthony de Mello Have you noticed how much energy we spend defending our opinions? We argue, debate, and sometimes damage relationships – all to prove we’re right. But here’s a liberating truth: being right isn’t what makes us successful or happy. Think about…
“Watch your thoughts like a cat watches a mouse hole.” – Zen Proverb Let me share something personal about my relationship with golf and money – two areas where I’ve witnessed the ego’s most desperate dance for control. On the golf course, I occasionally experience moments of pure magic. The swing finds its perfect tempo,…
“The ego’s need to be right is a form of violence.” – Eckhart Tolle The world doesn’t need more people trying to prove they’re right. It needs more awareness, more understanding, more recognition of our shared human experience. This begins with you, now, in this moment, choosing to rest as awareness rather than battling for…
“What you resist, persists. What you accept, transforms.” – Eckhart Tolle Who promised you a smooth road? Take a moment to consider this. Who guaranteed your employees would never quit unexpectedly? That your business partner would never disagree with your vision? That your spouse would always understand you? That your children would always listen? That…
“The mind is not going to help you become mentally free.” – Nisargadatta Maharaj Every professional knows that familiar tug – the persistent voice insisting you need to prepare more, defend harder, worry longer. This voice masquerades as your protector, your strategic advisor. But here’s the truth: it’s actually your greatest obstacle to peak performance….
“The ego says, ‘I shouldn’t have to suffer,’ and that thought makes you suffer so much more.” – Eckhart Tolle Try this simple thought experiment: Imagine $1 billion just appeared in your bank account. Feel that instant wave of relief and peace wash over you. Think about all you would do with the money, the…
“In the depth of your being resides absolute peace, the pure awareness that remains forever untouched – like the silent bottom of the ocean.” – Ramana Maharshi The Ocean Within Imagine yourself as a vast ocean. On the surface, waves crash and storms rage – these are the daily disturbances of life, the stresses, conflicts,…
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your thoughts, especially those pesky self-doubts that seem to pop up at the worst times? You’re not alone. Many of us struggle with this, but there’s good news: you can learn to see your thoughts differently and reduce the power they have over you. Understanding Thoughts as Objects Imagine…
