Sages 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. Self-awareness exercises for introspection teach us how to observe our thoughts. Visualization methods for observing the thinker show how thought and emotion are related. External feedback tools give us data about our worldview. The goal of these tools is to identify and remove the roadblocks to personal development.Finding Freedom Through Self-AwarenessThe 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. β Eckhart TolleThe 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 FreedomMuch of our thoughts and feelings about reality come from our instincts and personality. Another level of programming is the cultural narrative.
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