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Watching the Thinker — Self-Discovery and Freedom Observing the ThinkerSages talk about self-discovery and freedom as a function of self-awareness. It starts with watching the thinker, the Ego, and realizing that we are not our thoughts. When we do this, we gain the perspective of the observer, our true self. To do this, we must achieve a high degree of self-awareness. With the right tools, we can increase self-awareness.

Why You Might Be Wrong About Self-Doubt or How Self-Doubt is HealthyMany see self-doubt as something to overcome. But, sometimes, things like self-doubt that make us feel uncomfortable are actually good for us. It's why you might be wrong about self-doubt. Learn how self-doubt is healthy if we learn to use it correctly. Everyone experiences self-doubt, which occurs when we question our abilities or decisions. This feeling is natural and can be helpful.

The beginning of freedom is the realization that you are not the thinker.  The moment you start watching the thinker, a higher level of consciousness becomes activated. ― Eckhart Tolle The state of being free is liberation from restraints. But restraint is something we determine based on our level of perception. Much of what we call freedom is circumstantial and can change and fluctuate. Let's say you move into a house and find it spacious. But when several other people move in, then suddenly, it feels crowded. The Beginning of Freedom Much of our thoughts and feelings about reality come from our instincts and personality. Another level of programming is the cultural narrative. So, what we believe is liberating is a function of our programming.

Many people believe they are always right and can't be fooled. This is a common human trait called "overconfidence." Overconfidence can make us feel secure in our decisions and beliefs, but it can also lead to mistakes. Overconfidence can lead people to underestimate the likelihood of being deceived. This bias can make people think they are less prone to errors in judgment than others. There are two ways to be fooled. One is to believe what isn't true; the other is to refuse to believe what is true. — Soren Kierkegaard Research in psychology shows that overconfidence can impair decision-making. Studies show people often overestimate their knowledge and abilities, leading to mistakes. This is known as the Dunning-Kruger effect. You've likely seen it if you watch any speech by Donald Trump. It's when a person with low ability at a task overestimates their ability. Richard Feynman is a physicist who says the first principle is that you must not fool yourself. We are the easiest person to fool if we think we can't be fooled. His research highlights the idea that self-deception is a lack of self-awareness and knowledge. Self-deception can be a significant barrier to accurate self-assessment. It's true. Everyone thinks they can't be fooled, but evidence of the conflict in modern culture proves they are wrong.

The beginning of freedom is the realization that you are not the thinker.  The moment you start watching the thinker, a higher level of consciousness becomes activated. ― Eckhart Tolle The state of being free is liberation from restraints. But restraint is something we determine based on our level of perception. Much of what we call freedom is circumstantial and can change and fluctuate. Let's say you move into a house and find it spacious. But when several other people move in, then suddenly, it feels crowded. The Beginning of Freedom Much of our thoughts and feelings about reality come from our instincts and personality.

Many people believe they are always right and can't be fooled. This is a common human trait called "overconfidence." Overconfidence can make us feel secure in our decisions and beliefs, but it can also lead to mistakes. Overconfidence can lead people to underestimate the likelihood of being deceived. This bias can make people think they are less prone to errors in judgment than others. There are two ways to be fooled. One is to believe what isn't true; the other is to refuse to believe what is true. — Soren Kierkegaard Research in psychology shows that overconfidence can impair decision-making. Studies show people often overestimate their knowledge and abilities, leading to mistakes. This is known as the Dunning-Kruger effect. You've likely seen it if you watch any speech by Donald Trump. It's when a person with low ability at a task overestimates their ability. Richard Feynman is a physicist who says the first principle is that you must not fool yourself. We are the easiest person to fool if we think we can't be fooled. His research highlights the idea that self-deception is a lack of self-awareness and knowledge. Self-deception can be a significant barrier to accurate self-assessment. It's true. Everyone thinks they can't be fooled, but evidence of the conflict in modern culture proves they are wrong.

The beginning of freedom is the realization that you are not the thinker.  The moment you start watching the thinker, a higher level of consciousness becomes activated. ― Eckhart Tolle The state of being free is liberation from restraints. But restraint is something we determine based on our level of perception. Much of what we call freedom is circumstantial and can change and fluctuate. Let's say you move into a house and find it spacious. But when several other people move in, then suddenly, it feels crowded. The Beginning of Freedom Much of our thoughts and feelings about reality come from our instincts and personality. Another level of programming is the cultural narrative. Read the full article