𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟? 𝐔𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲

By Anelly Aya
  The concept of the “Self” lies at the core of many spiritual and philosophical traditions. It is often described as the most fundamental aspect of our being, the true essence of who we are. However, the Self is not something we can easily grasp through our usual means of understanding, like thought, perception, or intellect. It transcends our physical, mental, and emotional experiences, yet it is ever-present and underlies all of them. In this chapter, we will explore what the Self is, how it differs from the ego or personality, and why understanding the Self is key to realizing true reality. The Self as Pure Consciousness At its essence, the Self is pure consciousness. It is the awareness that observes all experiences, but it is not limited by or attached to those experiences. It is the unchanging witness of all that arises in life—the thoughts, emotions, sensations, and perceptions we experience daily. To grasp this concept, think about a movie screen. The screen remains ...
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No tree, it is said, can grow to heaven unless its roots reach down to hell

By Anelly Aya

 

 The quote "No tree, it is said, can grow to #heaven unless its roots reach down to #hell" is often attributed to the psychoanalyst and founder of #analyticalpsychology, Carl #Jung.

At its core, the quote means that in order for something to reach its full potential, it must have a strong foundation or roots. This foundation can be thought of as the "hell" or the difficult and challenging aspects of life that we must face and overcome in order to grow and develop as individuals.

In other words, the quote suggests that to achieve #greatness or #success, we must first endure hardship and struggle. This idea is often reflected in various religious and #spiritual beliefs, where the concept of purgatory or a "#darknightofthesoul" is seen as a necessary step in the journey towards #enlightenment or #salvation.

In the context of personal #growth and development, the quote can be interpreted as a reminder that facing and overcoming our #fears, #challenges, and #struggles is an integral part of the process of #selfdiscovery and #selfimprovement. Just as a tree cannot grow tall and strong without first establishing deep roots, we cannot reach our full potential unless we are willing to confront and overcome our inner demons and challenges.

Expanding further on the quote "No tree, it is said, can grow to heaven unless its roots reach down to hell," the idea of "reaching down to hell" can be seen as a #metaphor for confronting and overcoming the challenges, struggles, and hardships that we may encounter in life.

In many cases, these challenges can be difficult and painful to face, such as loss, trauma, or personal setbacks. However, it is often through these experiences that we can gain the wisdom, strength, and #resilience needed to grow and thrive in the face of #adversity.

Furthermore, the metaphor of a tree growing to heaven suggests that there is a higher goal or purpose that we are striving towards. This could be personal growth and development, achieving a specific goal or ambition, or simply finding a greater sense of meaning and #purpose in life.

However, in order to achieve this higher goal, we must first establish a strong foundation or "roots" that can support our growth and progress. These roots may include our #values, #beliefs, relationships, and experiences, which can provide us with the #strength and #resilience needed to face the challenges and difficulties that we encounter along the way.

In essence, the quote suggests that in order to achieve our full potential and reach the heights of our #aspirations, we must be willing to confront and overcome the difficulties and challenges that lie before us. Just as a tree cannot grow tall and strong without first establishing deep roots, we cannot reach our full potential unless we are willing to embrace the challenges and struggles that come with the journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

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