Three Points in Response to a Woman's Suffering

A woman, who is experiencing unbearable physical pain, asks how to deal with this unendurable situation. Rupert responds with three points. Firstly, a desire to be free of physical pain is not an egoic desire. It is not a desire that comes from a separate self; it is inherent in the body. Secondly, the fact that you are experiencing it, means that you are bearing it. In other words, it has been accepted by awareness. Allowing is what awareness is, not what it does, so Rupert suggests that she not practice welcoming the pain as it will conflict with her natural impulse to resist or reject the pain. Thirdly, a radical shift is not necessary. In fact, a very small shift, or going back to your self, is all that is required, whilst acknowledging that the intensity of the pain can pull you from that understanding.

From event 09 January, 2022 Webinar – Sunday 9th January from 4:00pm UK

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