Tag: Awareness
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The Critical Faculty: The Inner Gatekeeper of Transformation
Transformation involves a complex interplay between our conscious desires for change and the critical faculty, which governs our beliefs and judgments…
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Transforming Adversity: Small Shifts for Greater Resilience
The post explores the concept of resilience, suggesting it goes beyond merely enduring challenges. True resilience involves intentional action and purpose, actively choosing how to respond to adversity…
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Allowing Gratitude
Ultimately, gratitude becomes a trust in the present moment, facilitating a more open approach to future possibilities…
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The Importance of the Breath: The Constant That Never Stays Still
The breath, often overlooked, is a profound companion through life’s experiences…
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Positive Change Through the Reticular Activating System
The Reticular Activating System (RAS) filters vast sensory information to prioritize what matters, influencing awareness and attention. By focusing on positive aspects rather than negatives, individuals can retrain their brains to notice signs of steadiness and resilience. This practice can foster change and support mental well-being over time.
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Reflections on Silence: Insights from a Vipassana Retreat
Reflections on a profound return to ordinary life, carrying the essence of silence within…
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The Truth About Hypnosis: Myths vs Reality
Hypnosis is often misunderstood as a mysterious or controlling state when, in fact, it is a natural aspect of focused attention found in daily activities like reading or daydreaming. It emphasises self-hypnosis, where individuals maintain agency. Understanding this can enhance awareness, flexibility in thinking, and support positive mental health practices.
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Exploring Certainty: Lessons from C.S. Lewis and Wittgenstein
The reflection explores the nature of certainty and doubt, drawing on ideas from C. S. Lewis and Ludwig Wittgenstein. It emphasizes that understanding is not about absolute knowledge but relies on a shared agreement between minds. Certainty is depicted as a collaborative atmosphere, where living with uncertainty fosters ongoing dialogue and trust…