You are not your thoughts from "summary" of The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer
Within each of us lies a continuous stream of thoughts, flowing endlessly like a river. These thoughts can be positive, negative, or neutral, but they are always present, chattering away in the background of our minds. We often identify so closely with these thoughts that we believe they define who we are. However, the truth is that you are not your thoughts. You are the one who hears the thoughts, the one who observes them as they pass by. Just as a radio is not the music it plays, you are not the thoughts that arise in your mind. You are the consciousness that is aware of them. When you begin to realize this distinction between yourself and your thoughts, you can step back from them and see them for what they truly are—temporary and fleeting. You are not bound by the thoughts that come and go; you are the one who remains constant amidst the ever-changing mental landscape. By understanding that you are not your thoughts, you can cultivate a sense of detachment from them. Instead of getting caught up in the stories and dramas that your mind creates, you can simply observe them with a sense of curiosity and non-judgment. This practice allows you to create space between yourself and your thoughts, empowering you to choose which thoughts to engage with and which to let go of. Through this process of self-awareness and mindfulness, you can free yourself from the grip of your thoughts and experience a sense of liberation. You no longer have to be ruled by the endless stream of mental chatter; you can simply watch it flow by, knowing that you are the silent witness behind it all. In this way, you can discover a deeper sense of peace and inner freedom that transcends the limitations of the mind.
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