When Emptiness Stops Being A Philosophy

In this Dharma talk, we explore how emptiness moves from philosophy into lived experience. Through mindfulness, self-inquiry, and staying present with discomfort, we begin to notice that while fear, blame, awkwardness, and anxiety all appear, there’s no solid “someone” behind them.

Through mindfulness and direct inquiry, we question the thoughts that whisper, “I had it,” “I lost it,” or “I need to get it back.” As we shine gentle attention on these assumptions, the “me” behind them begins to dissolve. What remains is the ordinary, open presence that was here the whole time.

Awakening isn’t something we achieve. It’s what’s revealed whenever we see through the one who thinks it needs to awaken.

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Thankyou for this Sangha. I have much to learn about this separate self and trying to figure out what is Ego & what is not. I think the truth of what is comes from a place of peace which is a good start for me... I think 🤔 and then stop, breathe and start again. It's almost like a cycle and I need to be patient and trust the process. To unlearn what's learnt to learn.

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As with all things, this too shall pass. So very true.

So grateful for your talks. Very accessible and usable. Thank you for recording them and making them available to those of us who can’t be there in real time.
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