Let go of fear and attachment from "summary" of A Path with Heart by Jack Kornfield
One of the fundamental teachings on the spiritual path is the practice of letting go of fear and attachment. This teaching is not about denying our emotions or pretending that they don't exist. Instead, it is about acknowledging our fears and attachments without allowing them to control us. When we cling to our fears and attachments, we limit our ability to experience true freedom and peace. Fear and attachment are natural human emotions that arise from our conditioning and past experiences. However, when we cling to these emotions, we become trapped in a cycle of suffering. We may cling to our fears because they give us a sense of security or control. We may cling to our attachments because they bring us temporary pleasure or comfort. But in the end, clinging only serves to reinforce our sense of separateness and dissatisfaction. To let go of fear and attachment is not an easy task. It requires courage, humility, and a willingness to face our inner demons. It requires us to look deeply into our fears and attachments and see them for what they truly a...
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