Summary Rupert Spira outlines a meditation practice that involves allowing experiences to be as they are without trying to change them. He emphasizes the continuous presence of awareness and the recognition of our essential self as the key to peace and happiness. Highlights 00:00-01:32: Rupert Spira introduces the idea of allowing experiences to be as they are without trying to change them, including thoughts and emotions. 02:15-04:02: Spira explains that physical discomfort or pain can be addressed, but all other experiences should be allowed to be as they are. 05:15-07:40: He emphasizes the importance of including both internal and external experiences in our awareness. 08:00-09:50: Spira explores the concept of knowing or being aware as the continuous and ever-present background of all changing experiences. 10:30-12:20: He discusses the experience of being aware and the limitations of language in describing it, using terms like awareness, consciousness, and I. 13:00-15:40: Spira explains that our essential self is often overlooked or ignored in favor of objective experiences, leading to a sense of lack and the search for happiness and enlightenment. 16:00-18:15: He clarifies that enlightenment is not an experience or a future goal, but the recognition of ourselves as we truly are now. 19:00-21:40: Spira highlights that the recognition of our essential being is not extraordinary or difficult, as everyone has the simple experience of “I am.” Key Insights 🔎 The practice of allowing experiences to be as they are without trying to change them is a central aspect of this meditation approach. By not resisting or controlling our thoughts, emotions, and other experiences, we can cultivate a deeper sense of peace and acceptance. 🌟 The continuous presence of awareness is emphasized as the unchanging background of all experiences. Recognizing this ever-present awareness allows us to connect with our essential self and find peace and happiness. 🎯 Enlightenment is not a future goal or an extraordinary experience. It is simply the recognition of our true nature as awareness or consciousness. This recognition involves seeing clearly what we essentially are, before any thoughts, feelings, or activities are added to our sense of self. 💡 The name “I” is considered sacred in this tradition, representing our essential self-aware being. By sounding the name “I” and allowing it to take us to its referent, we can deepen our understanding and connection with our true nature. Thanks to notegpt.
That may be so, but what is Love? What is it that gives life? Is it I am? Or is it the expression of Love? What's the point of self aggrandisement other than to realise Love?
