In meditation everything comes up. But an important principle is “don’t look for results“. Don’t try to 'do' anything. If you do, you hold yourself in bondage. Don’t expect anything. Accept what is.
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John Butler's voice has been called "the sleepiest voice ever" and with over 25m views (or rather listens) of his most popular 'ConsciousTV' interview, John explains why he is pleased people find rest with his voice. John says "I welcome ASMR with open arms and if people find my videos, which they call 'unintentional ASMR', give them an ASMR feeling then I am delighted and I feel totally at home with it." Many viewers say "I came for the voice; I stayed for the wisdom."
Topics:
Meditation and Acceptance: Emphasizes the importance of acceptance in meditation without seeking results or outcomes, illustrating the practice as sinking into a hot bath—simple and restorative.
Spiritual Journey and Struggle: Discusses the lifelong spiritual journey, acknowledging struggles and the human condition, using religious anecdotes and personal experiences to highlight the path of learning and acceptance.
Role of the Ego: Analyzes the concept of the ego in human suffering and spiritual practice, describing it as a necessary but overshadowing element of human existence that can be balanced through mindfulness and acceptance.
Spiritual Insights and Teachings: Reflects on teachings from Christianity and Buddhism, integrating these with personal insights gained from experiences, particularly in Russia, and emphasizing compassion and shared human burdens.
Realisation and Enlightenment: Discusses the gradual process of enlightenment through regular practice and acceptance of the spiritual and mundane challenges of life, culminating in a deeper understanding and peace.
Keywords:
Meditation
Acceptance
Ego
Enlightenment
Compassion
Chapter Headings:
(00:05) The Essence of Meditation: Embracing Thoughts and Feelings
(02:57) Understanding Suffering: Insights from Christianity and Personal Experiences
(06:33) The Role of Ego: Accepting and Balancing Its Influence
(13:51) Spiritual Growth and Uncertainty: The Value of Not Knowing
(20:17) Journey Towards Enlightenment: Lifelong Practice and Its Impact
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