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Originally Posted by wolfgang  I thought it might be related in the sense that Tolle's low-self-esteem wasn't turned into "high self esteem" that was ego based. It turned into a humbleness, right? |
Yeah,makes sense! I think the reason why its so hard for me to figure out is because 99% of the population thinks having high self esteem is a good thing,its how our society is. Its so strange for someone to come along and not even have a need for any type of self esteem at all.
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I could see it as like creating art but the canvas is yourself. The trap is to expect this art to generate self worth or better relationships or more something or an other that isn't being fulfilled from within. If it goes that way, it's ego looking for validations. imho...
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Yeah,i get it!
I like that,"creating art but the canvas is yourself". That is how i think of it (obviously,since i'm into tattooes and clothing that attract like minded people). I dont look at it as a way to fullfill myself,i look at it as a way of sharing my interests with the world and hopefully attracting others with the same interests.
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I would think so discussions that start out like that could also go to deeper levels. Like why do you like that band? What is their message?
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Ahhhh and that is my greatest satisfaction in life,to connect with others through a common interest.
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Maybe it's the same thing as watching out for making an identity that requires energy to defend or continually feed that identity. Like if someone says that band sucks and you are stupid to like them - if that feels like an attack to yourself, then there is some identity placed in that interest.
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Yeah,i know a lot of people that react that way. Teenagers are notorious for that. "that band sucks!" "YOU suck!" lol But i realize everyone has their opinions,and you cant change them. So thats why i just try to find others who share in my opinions. Is that so bad? lol