There are six channels of contact in lived experience: Images enter the eyes Sounds enter the ears Smells enter the nose Flavors enter the mouth Touch—heat, cold, pressure, pain—enters the body Thoughts, memories, images, and emotions enter inwardly SourceCopyright & … Continue reading NATURE OF THINGS – CHAPTER 2 -6 CHANNELS OF CONTACT
Foreword THE NATURE OF THINGS I wrote the NATURE OF THINGS series from a very simple intention: to connect academic understanding with everyday life as it is actually unfolding. I do not believe that insights into reality should lie still on bookshelves, displayed like rare collectibles. They need to appear directly in lived life, in a form that is concise and alive, so that anyone can reach them and see for themselves. This text does only one thing: it helps readers look straight at how life or the mind is operating within their own experience, moment by moment, before what … Continue reading NATURE OF THINGS – CHAPTER 1 – Human Beings and the 5 Aggregates (Pancha-khandha)
There is something I have observed very clearly in the current landscape of spiritual practice and study. The longer I walk this path, the more I see that this is not just a personal matter of a few teachers, but … Continue reading The Illusion of Knowledge and the Door to Realization
(A very long post indeed) This was a journey that required me to wrestle with an ideal of “being without possessions.” When I was a student, I dreamed of working for a community development organization, dedicating myself entirely to humanity. … Continue reading Lessons Money taught me
Discover the transformative power of self-awareness and personal liberation through these heartfelt personal stories and insights, showcasing the journey towards a deeper understanding of oneself and relationships. Continue reading Embracing Life’s Lessons: Personal Journeys of Self-Awareness and Freedom
Dive into a witty yet profound exploration of the paradox of Oneness, understanding how this spiritual concept transcends ego and perception, leading to a sincere awakening in our journey of self-discovery. Continue reading The Quirky Paradox of Oneness: A Sincere Exploration into Spiritual Unity
In a land of love and magical sights, Let’s embark on a tale of love’s different lights. There once was a man and a woman, you see, Each had their own way of what love could be. The man believed … Continue reading A story of love
In a world so wide and bright,Where dreams take flight, both day and night,There are fears and hurts, you see,That hide behind a clever plea. Sometimes they wear an “Attack” disguise,Causing pain with sharp words that criticize.But remember, dear child, … Continue reading The Masks
Spiritual seekers, dreams in their eyes,Imagination soaring, reaching the skies.Hopes and assumptions, they hold so dear,Guiding their path, extinguishing fear. But oh, enlightenment, a paradox it seems,For ultimate freedom lies in shattered dreams.No longer bound by hopes, no longer confined,Imagination … Continue reading Ultimate freedom
Questioner: Dear Ly, when I have intentions, I create karma. So I try not to do anything with intentions and goals. This is also an intention. I have a question here. Because I find myself doing almost everything with a … Continue reading Will or no will..
Congratulations on starting to practice witnessing the mind. The first stage is the “hardest” stage because you need to realize how to observe the mind correctly. When you are not clear and not confident, you will be confused. The goal … Continue reading Observing the mind
Ask: Dear Ly, can I ask if Vipassana meditation (specifically, the practice of “observing” the breath and sensations) supports or contradicts the practice of awareness? In my personal experience, when I practice meditation by observing my breathing and feeling, there … Continue reading Concentration vs Natural Witnessing
☘️Hello, what’s your name?-My name is Nguyen Hoai Anh. ☘️Have you attended the Nhu Khong (Suchness) course? -I attended the Nhu Khong course on June 6-12 held in Nha Trang. ☘️Before participating in Nhu Khong, did you practice Mindfulness Observation? … Continue reading Nhu Khong – Suchness
From Eliott’s diary A mind observation blog Day 75 23 November this morning i felt intense sexual desire, i could see how i was very alert to any stimuli. I observed how my sexual pulsion was taking over. I was horny and craving. I felt electric in my genitals. I felt vibration and shaking in my limbs. My eyes were looking in every direction, restless. I tried to approach Ly. She was busy and let me know she was not available; but i also see that i approached her clumsily. I was rushing and acted out of need; she maybe … Continue reading Towards the Light
In order to see reality as it is, one has to be free of judgment. People tend to see things in a way that pleases them, or they try to change it into something that they believe it should be. … Continue reading Positive thinking will not help you far 
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