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Apr 2022
46m 41s

Finding the Essential Self

OPRAH AND ECKHART TOLLE
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Eckhart leads a meditation and then answers questions. He says the Essential Self is not defined by the personality, life circumstances or history. It’s the transcendent dimension beyond that which is the only place we will find lasting freedom and true happiness. Eckhart explains we may not have awareness of our essential self consistently. He says we will ... Show More
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