Gangaji
Gangaji
# 35 Being Yourself | Cutting Our Addiction to Thought
# 35 Being Yourself | Cutting Our Addiction to Thought
# 35 Being Yourself | Cutting Our Addiction to Thought
Wednesday 21st July 2021
Gangaji reveals how overhearing your thoughts can lead to inner freedom and shares impactful stories from her work with prisoners.
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Get the buttons here!The Art of Overhearing: Gangaji on Finding Freedom from Thought
And I discovered how easy it is actually to not touch a thought. So what is that that reacts if you don't touch this thought?
Ever wondered if you could find peace amidst the endless chatter in your mind? This episode of Gangaji Podcasts tackles just that. Gangaji dives into the transformative practice of 'overhearing' your thoughts, offering a unique perspective on achieving a quieter mind. She shares how paying attention to the stories we tell ourselves—whether mundane or profound—can lead to greater self-awareness and personal freedom.
By learning to observe rather than follow these thoughts, you can uncover a deeper sense of who you really are. Adding a poignant touch, Gangaji reads a powerful letter from a prisoner involved in her Freedom Inside course, highlighting how these teachings are making a difference even behind bars. She emphasizes the importance of not making assumptions about those incarcerated and recognizing the privilege of our own circumstances.
This episode encourages listeners to respond to life's invitations and embrace experiences that can be life-changing. Gangaji also touches on themes of surrender and the impermanence of our mental constructs, urging us to see pain and its stories as transient. By overhearing rather than engaging with these thoughts, we can start to experience true freedom within ourselves. If you're looking for practical insights on reducing mental clutter and finding inner peace, this episode is a must-listen.