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Originally posted by Logarock
Oneness is the quite pool on whos surface scum rises.
Originally posted by ErgoTheConclusion
reply to post by NorEaster
The experience of ego death that so many seek is to finally break through and be able to see BOTH aspects rather than being locked into a separate individualized perspective permanently. Being able to navigate the world from both vantage points... which fundamentally alters the way people will approach and engage with "others".edit on 25-8-2012 by ErgoTheConclusion because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by Logarock
Oneness is the quite pool on whos surface scum rises. Unlike the moving stream, no stones are shaped, no boats are carried, no mills are driven.
Originally posted by ErgoTheConclusion
reply to post by NorEaster
You have consistently blamed others for your own misunderstanding of what they are trying to demonstrate.
While there are certainly some individuals who take the exploration of the illusion of separateness to the extreme conclusion you are trying to bring to light, it is by no means what the bulk of those exploring this concept have come to understand. You are creeped out because your own interpretation is missing much of the nuance (as evidenced by prior discussions I've witnessed you engage in).
Perhaps Tim Freke can communicate it in a way that will click for you for where this "new" movement of understanding and awareness of our real nature is going (Everything and the Individual at the same time):
www.lifeartsmedia.com...
The experience of ego death that so many seek is to finally break through and be able to see BOTH aspects rather than being locked into a separate individualized perspective permanently. Being able to navigate the world from both vantage points... which fundamentally alters the way people will approach and engage with "others".edit on 25-8-2012 by ErgoTheConclusion because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by NorEaster
Frankly, the "oneness" agenda creeps me out. I just thought it might be good to take a look at a very plausible net impact of surrendering any of yourself (and certainly all of yourself) to anyone or any philosophy. You each are epitome expressions of physical existence. Celebrate it, and discover yourselves as the unique, inimitable and indivisible miracles that you have always been.
Originally posted by NorEaster
Maybe it's you that don't understand what I am challenging here?
Originally posted by SeekerofTruth101
reply to post by NorEaster
Rather, we should incalcate a sense of responsibility to freedoms given, so that while one is free, one still do have obligations to the whole, and it is to the whole and not to one individual alone, and that can only come with sharing, discussing, debating and find solutions based upon common grounds for progress and mutal co-existance for the sake of peace if not harmony.
Originally posted by SeekerofTruth101
reply to post by NorEaster
I would agree with you on the right for one to be free, to develope himself to his fullest potential.
But unfortunately, we do not live alone, for no man is an island. More so in our growing world.
However, there is no need to place collars around our neck and be enchained by the social engineering masters whom prefers coformity than diversity to easily manage and control. Anyone out of line - pull that collar chain or just cut his head off.
Rather, we should incalcate a sense of responsibility to freedoms given, so that while one is free, one still do have obligations to the whole, and it is to the whole and not to one individual alone, and that can only come with sharing, discussing, debating and find solutions based upon common grounds for progress and mutal co-existance for the sake of peace if not harmony.
Unity upon shared common ground with all, not conformity upon the wiles and desires of an individual human authoritarian who is only flawed, as all are.
Originally posted by ErgoTheConclusion
Originally posted by NorEaster
Frankly, the "oneness" agenda creeps me out. I just thought it might be good to take a look at a very plausible net impact of surrendering any of yourself (and certainly all of yourself) to anyone or any philosophy. You each are epitome expressions of physical existence. Celebrate it, and discover yourselves as the unique, inimitable and indivisible miracles that you have always been.
Yet you wish to deny the individual their unique option to surrender themselves to someone/thing else. You become the tyrant by suggesting it isn't just as unique and viable of an option to "melt" into a pool as it is to be an individual snowflake.
While I continue to enjoy my "individuality", I would not suggest that it is "the way" to be.edit on 25-8-2012 by ErgoTheConclusion because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by Logarock
Good good. Its been my findings in life that its those "melters" that become the judges of the holders of individuality. Like foxes that have lost their tails.
Originally posted by ErgoTheConclusion
Originally posted by NorEaster
Frankly, the "oneness" agenda creeps me out. I just thought it might be good to take a look at a very plausible net impact of surrendering any of yourself (and certainly all of yourself) to anyone or any philosophy. You each are epitome expressions of physical existence. Celebrate it, and discover yourselves as the unique, inimitable and indivisible miracles that you have always been.
Yet you wish to deny the individual their unique option to surrender themselves to someone/thing else. You become the tyrant by suggesting it isn't just as unique and viable of an option to "melt" into a pool as it is to be an individual snowflake.
While I continue to enjoy my "individuality", I would not suggest that it is "the way" to be.edit on 25-8-2012 by ErgoTheConclusion because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by ErgoTheConclusion
Originally posted by Logarock
Good good. Its been my findings in life that its those "melters" that become the judges of the holders of individuality. Like foxes that have lost their tails.
I would agree, but do we individuals lock the melters in the freezer? Is that freedom?
Love your metaphors in here.edit on 25-8-2012 by ErgoTheConclusion because: (no reason given)