The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself
Michelle’s Raw Notes from the Blinkist Book Summary of The Untethered Soul:
Listen to your thoughts, but know that they don’t define you.
Your first step toward enlightenment is to start paying attention to your inner voice.
Your inner voice follows certain patterns and influences your emotions.
Your thoughts are just objects of your consciousness.
Your thoughts and feelings don’t define you. The real YOU is only aware of the role these thoughts and feelings play.
There's a well of energy deep inside you. Don’t block it, but learn to let it flow.
If you want to feel your inner energy (chi), you need to open your mind and let it flow - stop subconsciously blocking it.
You have to let negative emotions pass through you.
You can never lead a fear-free life - the only way to transcend fear is to let it go.
Fear is an object of your consciousness. You can either let it go or run from it (move around it, pretending it’s not there).
Enlightenment is not about eliminating fear - it’s about being aware of it and not letting it take over your life.
When you widen the focus of your consciousness, you transcend the confines of your personal self.
Are you trapped in your own self?
Are you imposing boundaries in your own mind to protect yourself?
When you let thoughts float on by, you transcend your personal self.
The idea of death helps us have more clarity and prioritize what’s important
Death gives life meaning.
Reflecting on death can make your relationships more meaningful.
How would you change your life knowing you’re going to die in a week? Why aren’t you doing those things now?
Find the balance between extremes - it’s an essential part of your spiritual awakening.
When you find your right path and stick to it, you’ll be more energized and your life will be simpler and clearer.
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