|
Thursday 04/08/2004
The ego function of mind creates the sense of separate identity in order to interact with the world as other. "Other than Self" is a temporary illusion. Believing in the illusion that we are separate is the primary cause of suffering.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Friday 04/09/2004
When we identify with the ego self, we see life through the lenses of "I, me, and mine." We divide up what is whole and lose our connection to Life's supportive influence. We regain it by realizing the unity of all life.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Saturday 04/10/2004
Ego identity is maintained through our desires in the form of likes and dislikes. Constantly seeking to get what we want and to avoid what we don't want obscures the perfection of what is.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Sunday 04/11/2004
Trying to hold on to what we want is like trying to hold water in our hand. Everything changes.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Monday 04/12/2004
Trying to avoid what we dislike is like trying to stay dry while taking a bath. What we think about is already with us.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Tuesday 04/13/2004
Waking up to the truth about life is not difficult. It takes the willingness to let go of suffering.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Wednesday 04/14/2004
Suffering is the calling card of the ego.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
