This teaching touches the heart so deeply. It’s a reminder that all the searching, striving, and questioning we do-whether the world is real, preordained, or anything else-only keeps us caught in a loop. The profound truth here is so simple: we are already what we seek. The invitation to stop reacting, to let go of judging ourselves and the world, feels like such a gift. It’s not about fixing or controlling anything but about finding the stillness within and trusting that “the power that knows the way” is already taking care of everything. The idea of emptying ourselves-of all our opinions, fears, and preconceived ideas-feels both challenging and freeing. To let go and simply be is where true freedom lies. It’s not something we gain but something we recognize, something that’s been there all along. Thank you for this beautiful reminder to stop, be still, and trust. It’s like being told, “You’re already home; just notice it.” My heart feels lighter hearing this.
Ok, I know I'm speaking from the view of the agjnani (cos that's what i believe i am) but help me to understand this. If everything is pre-ordained then what's the point of karma? If my actions are pre-determined, then doesn't that imply so is my karma? I keep hearing that it takes a whole bunch of good karma to turn to the spiritual path... so how would I "earn" good karma if I have no control of doing so?
As I understand it according to what Robert teaches::: like all outward “appearances” of Maya and our physical body vehicles, Karma does not exist. It is another concept that exists only in the mind of those who believe in its reward and punishments. The gnani has no belief in karma thus there is no reaping and sowing.
Thanks Ken, I understand the standpoint of the gnani. All is Brahman alone and I am That. But i am talking from the view of the agnani/jeeva who is "seeking" realization. Karma is a concept (understandably for the ignorant jeeva in Maya) which is taught in the scriptures as a form of reward/punishment for good and bad deeds. Now how does it work if the jiva has no actual control of the good or bad deeds.. @@KenStarr66
I can feel all this talk and questions is just noise / distraction for the mind 😟... and I should seek the origin of one who is asking ... but still it is so captivating in a way. The mind wants to make sense and understand it
@ I hear ya. I had the toughest time with Free Will & Doership but now there’s less paddling and more gliding down the stream. Bottom line is …Our mind is not a good guy. The sooner we learn to ignore it and allow life to unfold and be lived Mindlessly- the better. /__/
Great responses! Karma can tie us up. It helps to think of good and bad karma not as points for external events or deeds, but as the measure of our internal reactions to life's events. We cultivate good karma by responding to minor challenges with equanimity and detachment, avoiding negative emotional reactivity. Over time, life may present bigger challenges, offering opportunities to deepen our practice of non-reactivity-this is the free will we seem to have. If we fail to respond well (skilfully), similar experiences will arise again, giving us another chance to grow. As this 'practice' becomes increasingly natural to us, we become more open and less attached, and, as Robert says, we begin to live with the detachment and clarity of a Jnani. The only real job we have in this life is to surrender to Maya's events and situations with as much equanimity and grace as we can and to keep doing so relentlessly. Self-inquiry or meditation don't resonate with everyone and they're not necessary for everyone, but surrender to what is happening is, it's universal, and it will absolutely wake you up.
This teaching touches the heart so deeply. It’s a reminder that all the searching, striving, and questioning we do-whether the world is real, preordained, or anything else-only keeps us caught in a loop. The profound truth here is so simple: we are already what we seek. The invitation to stop reacting, to let go of judging ourselves and the world, feels like such a gift. It’s not about fixing or controlling anything but about finding the stillness within and trusting that “the power that knows the way” is already taking care of everything. The idea of emptying ourselves-of all our opinions, fears, and preconceived ideas-feels both challenging and freeing. To let go and simply be is where true freedom lies. It’s not something we gain but something we recognize, something that’s been there all along. Thank you for this beautiful reminder to stop, be still, and trust. It’s like being told, “You’re already home; just notice it.” My heart feels lighter hearing this.
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@ I appreciate it Andy. What you are doing is amazing. You are bringing back to life a rare wisdom and by that helping people immensely. I am big fan!
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This is such a deep teaching. Will have to listen again.
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Ok, I know I'm speaking from the view of the agjnani (cos that's what i believe i am) but help me to understand this. If everything is pre-ordained then what's the point of karma? If my actions are pre-determined, then doesn't that imply so is my karma? I keep hearing that it takes a whole bunch of good karma to turn to the spiritual path... so how would I "earn" good karma if I have no control of doing so?
As I understand it according to what Robert teaches:::
like all outward “appearances” of Maya and our physical body vehicles, Karma does not exist.
It is another concept that exists only in the mind of those who believe in its reward and punishments.
The gnani has no belief in karma thus there is no reaping and sowing.
Thanks Ken, I understand the standpoint of the gnani. All is Brahman alone and I am That. But i am talking from the view of the agnani/jeeva who is "seeking" realization. Karma is a concept (understandably for the ignorant jeeva in Maya) which is taught in the scriptures as a form of reward/punishment for good and bad deeds. Now how does it work if the jiva has no actual control of the good or bad deeds.. @@KenStarr66
I can feel all this talk and questions is just noise / distraction for the mind 😟... and I should seek the origin of one who is asking ... but still it is so captivating in a way. The mind wants to make sense and understand it
@ I hear ya.
I had the toughest time with Free Will & Doership but now there’s less paddling and more gliding down the stream.
Bottom line is …Our mind is not a good guy. The sooner we learn to ignore it and allow life to unfold and be lived Mindlessly- the better. /__/
Great responses! Karma can tie us up. It helps to think of good and bad karma not as points for external events or deeds, but as the measure of our internal reactions to life's events. We cultivate good karma by responding to minor challenges with equanimity and detachment, avoiding negative emotional reactivity. Over time, life may present bigger challenges, offering opportunities to deepen our practice of non-reactivity-this is the free will we seem to have. If we fail to respond well (skilfully), similar experiences will arise again, giving us another chance to grow.
As this 'practice' becomes increasingly natural to us, we become more open and less attached, and, as Robert says, we begin to live with the detachment and clarity of a Jnani.
The only real job we have in this life is to surrender to Maya's events and situations with as much equanimity and grace as we can and to keep doing so relentlessly.
Self-inquiry or meditation don't resonate with everyone and they're not necessary for everyone, but surrender to what is happening is, it's universal, and it will absolutely wake you up.