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Wednesday 04/08/2009
“Other than Self” is a temporary illusion created by the ego in order to interact with the world as other. Believing in the illusion that we are separate is the primary cause of suffering.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Thursday 04/09/2009
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.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Friday 04/10/2009
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.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Saturday 04/11/2009
Trying to hold on to what we want is like trying to hold water in our hand. Everything changes. When we remember that, we can appreciate all that occurs.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Sunday 04/12/2009
Trying to avoid what we dislike is like trying to stay dry while taking a bath. What we think about is already with us. Practice equanimity instead.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Monday 04/13/2009
Waking up to the truth about life is not difficult. It takes the willingness to let go of suffering.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Tuesday 04/14/2009
Suffering arises from ego’s clinging to likes or avoidance of dislikes. Let go and experience the divine love and support.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
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