Mutual Respect and Love

A man shares that his girlfriend broke up with him because she found it weird that he didn’t get upset about things, mistaking his equanimity for aloofness. Rupert suggests two possibilities: either the man is using non-duality as a veneer to avoid confronting emotions, or his girlfriend’s ego, which thrives on conflict, was unsettled by his lack of reactivity. Regarding whether partners should share spiritual beliefs, Rupert explains that what matters is being aligned in heart, not tradition. A relationship between people from different spiritual paths can be beautiful if egos aren’t invested in defending particular traditions. He notes that even sharing the same tradition doesn’t guarantee harmony, while partners who don’t share a spiritual interest can have beautiful relationships if there’s mutual respect and love.

From event 09 - 16 March, 2025 Seven-Day Retreat at Mercy Center, 9–16 March 2025

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