Roger answers “Question. I've been trying to read Eckhart...”

Annie Kostyk asked this question about A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose:

Question. I've been trying to read Eckhart Tolle since he was first on Oprah. I can't read it. It's like I'm reading another language, but I don't know that language. Anyone else have that problem?

Roger Don't try to conceptually understand what is written. Just read it without any expectation and preconceived ideas. Let your mind be absent when readin…moreDon't try to conceptually understand what is written. Just read it without any expectation and preconceived ideas. Let your mind be absent when reading. In other words, read without reading. Some words will resonate with your being, and some won't. That's ok. (less)

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Annie Kostyk Great answer. Thanks.
Jan 31, 2015 12:20PM · flag

Maria Vizdoaga Very beautifully said, Peter. The book is trying to reach to your Being, not to your mind. I am still at the stage where I get glimpses into the enlig ...more
Sep 20, 2018 07:59AM · flag

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