Philosophy centers on the love of truth, and the emancipating force of authenticity. In this talk for The Seekers Forum, Mark Matousek looks at the universal “lie of the mind” that prevents us from knowing the truth about who we are, and the central purpose of our existence. Till this core dishonesty is dispelled, we remain trapped in our mistaken identity, caught in the limiting stories, fears, and biases of the self-centered ego. But how can we transcend this false sense of self? What changes when we stop deceiving ourselves, and embody the truth of our spiritual being? Why is confronting this “lie of the mind” the most important first step on the seeker’s journey? Philosophy means “the love of wisdom,” after all, and wisdom can’t arise without telling the truth. When you learn to remove your egoic mask, and acknowledge the spiritual awareness behind it, your life can be improved - and healed - immeasurably.
The Seekers Forum is an online community founded by author and teacher Mark Matousek, known for his Writing to Awaken method of self-inquiry as well as his two award-winning memoirs and other books. At The Seekers Forum, topics related to creativity, spiritual practice, and ethical well-being are explored through writing and discussion. Find out more at theseekersforu...
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