5 Min.
027. The blind men and the elephant My Daily Thread
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- Selbstverwirklichung
Citta, the expansive canvas of consciousness, encapsulates the mind, ego, and intellect, intertwining them into the intricate fabric of our being.
Within this vast expanse, the vrittis emerge as whirlpools of mental activity, swirling currents that shape our perceptions and experiences. These fluctuations, categorized into five distinct vrittis, manifest as either klista, causing pain, or aklista, devoid of suffering.
Tiwariji, a mentor to Jeff, imparted a profound insight: "The problem is not in the mind; the mind itself is the problem." This powerful reminder echoes through our explorations, urging us to delve deeper into the complexities of our inner landscapes.
Drawing upon the timeless allegory of the blind men and the elephant, we confront the limitations of perception. Just as the blind men touch their small part of the elephant and believe it to be whole, our understanding may be partial, lacking the broader context necessary for proper comprehension.
Amidst this elegant struggle, we embrace the essence of progress over perfection in our study of the yoga sutras. Each step forward, however small, signifies a triumph in our journey toward self-realization and inner harmony.
Citta, the expansive canvas of consciousness, encapsulates the mind, ego, and intellect, intertwining them into the intricate fabric of our being.
Within this vast expanse, the vrittis emerge as whirlpools of mental activity, swirling currents that shape our perceptions and experiences. These fluctuations, categorized into five distinct vrittis, manifest as either klista, causing pain, or aklista, devoid of suffering.
Tiwariji, a mentor to Jeff, imparted a profound insight: "The problem is not in the mind; the mind itself is the problem." This powerful reminder echoes through our explorations, urging us to delve deeper into the complexities of our inner landscapes.
Drawing upon the timeless allegory of the blind men and the elephant, we confront the limitations of perception. Just as the blind men touch their small part of the elephant and believe it to be whole, our understanding may be partial, lacking the broader context necessary for proper comprehension.
Amidst this elegant struggle, we embrace the essence of progress over perfection in our study of the yoga sutras. Each step forward, however small, signifies a triumph in our journey toward self-realization and inner harmony.
5 Min.