Nothing In This World Provides Lasting Happiness

In this podcast, Eckhart talks about how many of us strive to
become a bigger, better version of “me.” We do that through
myriad achievements, wealth, status or possessions. Eckhart says
it’s like the person who believes buying a more palatial home
will somehow signify they’ve made it. He believes
people become so invested in outcomes they neglect the journey.
He says even spiritual seekers fall into this trap when they
chase after enlightenment which can become another form of ego.
He explains these behaviors are all a misguided quest for
fulfillment and identity. Eckhart cautions against looking for
ourselves in everything we do. He says no goal will ever make us
happy because who we truly are has nothing to do with outcomes or
achievements. He says our deepest selves are rooted in
consciousness itself. Eckhart describes it as the one
transcendent source of all life. He says becoming aware of this
dimension is the only thing that will bring lasting fulfillment.


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