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Jun 2021
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S1 E1: Ceasing to Be Caught in the Water...

MICHAEL SINGER
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The natural state of the mind is like calm, still water, teaches Michael Singer. The practice of spiritual surrender—to "relax and release" our resistance to whatever arises in our experience—is the pathway to enjoying serenity of mind no matter what the universe throws your way. In this podcast, Michael Singer uses the analogy of an aquatic bird maintaining ... Show More
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