How to Cultivate Courage and Neutralize Inner Fear for Lasting Awareness Rupert Spira

Discover the lesser-known connection between fear and the ego's survival instincts, which urge us to seek security in external objects and relationships. Learn how to practice true courage by resisting the temptation to act on fear and instead allowing it to exist without resistance. In this insightful exploration, we delve into neutralizing fear and looking beyond its surface to uncover the awareness that lies behind it. Unlock the key to lasting inner peace by understanding how to observe fear without letting it dominate your consciousness.
Fear and the Ego's Response (00:04-01:10) - Fear is linked to the ego’s survival, warning us to retreat and seek security in external objects, relationships, or states of mind.
Courage Defined (01:10-01:49) - Courage means not doing what fear urges, which is to seek comfort externally. Instead, allow fear to remain present without acting on it.
Neutralizing Fear (01:49-02:42) - To overcome fear, don't resist or deny it. Allow it to exist without seeking relief, which ultimately neutralizes the fear.
Looking Beyond Fear (03:19-04:15) - The goal is not to explore or analyze fear, but to recognize what lies behind it-the awareness that knows fear.
Fear and Awareness (04:15-05:55) - Once fear is neutralized, like watching a disturbing movie image fade, the awareness or "screen" behind the fear becomes visible, allowing for inner peace.

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If every experience is neutral, why do we experience fear as something bad?