if you are not your thoughts, then who are you

Realising this was the biggest relief I ever experienced! Let’s take a closer look. As Eckhart Tolle so wisely wrote, “…the past gives you an identity and the future holds the promise of salvation, of fulfillment in whatever form. Emotional love comes and goes within a greater you. You can always take a moment to be mindful and become aware of what you are playing on the stage of your mind. If you don’t, you… To see if the conclusions that it’s so easy to jump to in the heat of the moment are actually even real or right. Your thoughts, feelings and emotions are not who you really are. Nothing on this planet, in this universe, exists as a thing. This is PROOF that the thoughts are not ‘who you are’. Your hand represents YOU, awareness. But focusing too much on your thoughts, especially dark ones, can often end up reinforcing them, and giving them more solidity than they actually have. If you focus your mind on the wrong things, then you’ll have a harder time achieving anything in life. It is one. Rather than restructuring or challenging thoughts, as with CBT, cognitive defusion practices aim to help patients distance themselves from their thoughts when the thoughts are not … It can be applied anywhere. Look to the child for guidance in spirit and truth. I realize this probably means that we’re not our bodies either. And the idea of myself came back too. It’s arbitrary that the diameter of the sun is limited by its visible fire. However Just reading this has given a feeling hope and that I can find peace of mind once more and enjoy life more. Because the pen is not part of the hand, you can choose to drop it in any moment. Grasping this is tough when you have “been your thoughts” for many many decades. You … The more you can focus your thoughts on something, the more likely you’ll be able to achieve it. You may say it is problem because you percieve it as problem, but she won’t stop. Leave them alone and they will leave you alone. Hi, What does that say about love? Good question Triselle. So, it really doesn’t exist as a single “thing.” It exists as part of a system – as part of the universe. We are like the ants. My thoughts are my own but they do not describe me. © Copyright 2008-2020 Alchemedia Limited. This is the error. Perhaps the closest we can come through words is “that which is?” It is the impersonal aspect of existence. When you are asleep, who are you? Am I becoming selfish and emotionless ? I had a much needed conversation with Greg last night, and since then I have been thinking about a lot of different things. And yet, the awareness that is aware of thoughts (feelings and emotions too) hasn’t changed one bit. You would be directionless like an empty zombie not knowing what you want or dont want. OR it could simply be a statement of truth… that we are in fact, way more than our thoughts and our feelings. When I realised thoughts were just thoughts and I can take them or leave them i felt free but it’s also a little overwhelming.. who have I been all this time ? It is the idea of Unity that will help everyone break free of their limitations and feel a breath of fresh air, maybe for the first time in their lives. And yes, all you need to do is notice them … notice how they arise from nowhere, linger for a bit and then pass on. Feeling dissociated with thoughts needs to be stressed when you are sad, angry, and other negative emotions. The second, and equally important, aspect is the attitude with which you observe your inner world—the attitude of kindness, compassion and empathy for the human condition. Almost like eating a tasty pizza and not being able to enjoy its taste fully. "The first thought that goes through your mind is what you have been conditioned to think. Really good article. It’s that idea, or concept of self, that ego that we make up, that gets in the way of experiencing life/reality directly. Knowing exactly what you are doing at all moments. More importantly, you’re not your mistakes. Now empty yourself of any concepts, beliefs or knowledge you have about the world. Without commentary, thoughts, feelings and emotions are neutral events. So deep in its pure, divine form. This is the disease. View my privacy policy. Interesting read. You might have made this same assumption, or you might think of yourself being your ego, or personality, or self-image. Why not? You don’t even need to be indifferent to them for that, in itself, would be an action you are taking. As one of my teachers told me, “Leave the mind alone. Now, what did that flower need to grow? I am very much stuck in my head. Just like that flower. Your thoughts appear in your head. Right now. Say, your GF who you love so much is screaming at you, you notice the anger and sadness in you arising, so you observe it, don’t name them. You created this mental shell when you were a kid. That moment of taking a moment to pause before indulging in the emotions attached to a event or situation is such a valuable lesson to learn and you are so right to bring it to attention. Hi Andrew, In my experience, not identifying with the drama in my head doesn’t make me emotionless or lacking in empathy for others. There is one physical world here on earth, but billions of different internal worlds. If you need more motivation to achieve your goals and dreams, my latest eBook: TRIUMPH: The Art Of Overcoming Challenges, To Achieve Your Goals And Dreams, is now available via Amazon. I go into this topic in more detail in my book “Awaken The Happy You.”. All those enlightened people we read about. First, find a comfortable position. You are not the thinker of your thoughts (that would be the lizard brain), you're the one who hears them. If you want to read more about making peace with a busy mind,  check these articles out: Why Trying To Fix Your Thoughts Will Never Give You The Peace You Are Looking For, How To Stay Calm, Even With A Head Full Of Negative Thoughts. Learn how to direct and refine your focus to help guide you in the right direction. Furthermore, without our unconscious, conditioned thinking patterns we are able to do our day-to-day activities no problem—or engage in a conversation. You don’t have to engage with them at all if that’s what you choose. The universe is a system. Your thoughts appear only to you, and are not being heard by anyone else whatsoever. If you look closely at everything that makes up what you call ‘me, the person’ — body, mind, thoughts, feeling and emotions — you will see that none of it is constant or solid. We do what needs to be done without being pulled in a hundred directions at once. There are two types of happiness Santosh. You are the receiver and observer of your thoughts. I hope this makes sense. You suffer, not because anger or sadness is present, but because you mistake temporary states as being who you are. The moment we try to define it, it is not IT any more. Your friend is right. Put aside all ideas of good or bad, true or false, right or wrong— any self-judgement, anything you feel proud or ashamed of, any achievements or failures. Logically, anything you are aware of can’t be who you are. In that space is our power to choose our response. OVER 40. The “self-created” theory argues that you arethe voice behind your thoughts. I’ll definitely be sharing this post with my friends and family. But still a slave to your own mental model. If you’re not your thoughts, or your emotions, then when you sense these things arising, you can let them go, just as easily as they arose. One of the first things you notice is that thoughts are self-arising. Whether they are positive, negative or somewhere in between. The accuracy and power of that statement is amazing. . I am a bit lost after your reply. You personalise them and suffer as a result. I really liked this article however I feel that there is still some resistance in me, maybe because of my mind. The birth of the father? It’s freeing. There were no thoughts (mind chatter). So we divide the world up into separate “things.” Things that do not exist by themselves. Your thoughts appear in your head. What does it feel like? Check out this free 4-Part Video Workshop with Eckhart Tolle, who speaks with such wisdom and clarity on the topic of awakening. “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.” (Isaiah 55:8) When you transcend the experience of duality — of dividing the universe up into separate “things” — you experience the reality of bliss, love, peace — and oneness. We affirm that since we are the experiencer of the thought, they must be true. (affiliate link). When I love other people, I am also doing a great service to myself. You are awesome. If you start thinking something that takes you out of your place of joy (or just generally makes you feel bad), then realise they’re just thoughts, spontaneously arising. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. Just enjoy the moment, whatever passing feelings are there… whether happy or sad. Definitely the most liberating thing I ever realised! How does a bird build its nest without thinking? Awesome Jonny, glad you’re getting something from it . Sign Up For Inspiring Articles And A FREE Copy Of My Guide, "7 Ways To Bulletproof Your Inner Peace   ...Whatever The Mind Throws At You", I invite you to try the following guided meditation, one of my favourites. They appear by themselves, apparently out of nowhere, linger in your awareness for a moment or two and then disappear again— like clouds passing across the sky. When I first experienced bliss in meditation for that split second… “I” ceased to exist. Your email address will not be published. There is not a you with thoughts and a you without thoughts. If we are not our thoughts how are we holding conversations of meaning with one another? You are not your thoughts. I’m trying to really understand, but it’s tough. There is more to the picture. The mind has a mind of its own. Don’t touch it at all and you will remain untouched by it.”. The mother? You continue your answer: "Because it's completely random, out of my control. I enjoyed this article pretty much. You observe and choose to act or not act upon the ideas, even the happy ones. There are two types of love. That’s all the ego is. Your thoughts appear only to you, and are not being heard by anyone else whatsoever. The observation is order from thought, the feeling turns into observation with thought. Find the part of your experience that doesn’t change and abide there. “It’s that idea, or concept of self, that ego that we make up, that gets in the way of experiencing life/reality directly.” — very profound. As God looks down upon us, we only understand our little world, but never all the complexities of His. Our Magick is restrained, we become rats in a race. Acting mindfully and being aware of the now changed everything for me. Peaceful? In truth, who you are today is not the same person you were yesterday, or even 5 minutes ago. When you learn to meditate, the first thing you learn is to take a step back and watch the mind objectively—with an attitude of curiosity. This is clearly not the case. If I am in a situation that makes me feel happy – what should I do? Many thanks! When your ego is silent, as with deeper meditation, you can observe your ego. Aware? How big is the sun? We only limit it and call it a flower because of convenience. Now, temporarily put aside all thoughts of who you are, any image you have of yourself, any ideas associated with a personal identity—all notions such as male or female, rich or poor, young or old. I loved this article! More accurately, it blew apart my ideas of what I thought the mind was. It’s the same with your emotions. I know you have to just let it be and observe. When you transcend the experience of duality — of dividing the universe up into separate “things” — you experience the reality of bliss, love, peace — and oneness. Hi I do get what you are saying but without connecting to the thoughts and emotions as an idea of who you are. I wrote a thought. How do you carry on a conversation in that state or do day-to-day activities? It goes on and on! So, who are You anyway? Haven’t rewritten it yet. You are not your thoughts, ideas, beliefs, concepts and models. Or we could argue that it begins at conception. Whereas someone who isn’t being the observer, lets their thoughts control them, there is a huge difference here. Mind your own business.”, “Don’t be concerned about the thoughts that come and go. If you need to, then keep your list of strengths where you can see it so that when you need to use positive self-talk you have some ideas of what to say. We can either build a better one, consciously. Your thoughts, feelings and emotions are not who you really are. You are not your thoughts | You are the awareness that remains when you stop thinking Who you think you are is not who you are. And doesn’t that enrich your experience of life so much! You are the awareness of your awareness. Our spoken human languages necessitates the division into objects. What a relief! I had read many transformational books before that, but this one blew my mind. You could say they are, I go into this topic in more detail in my book “. It offers an interesting perspective on our relationship with thoughts (you’ll find an audio version below). Empty? What I thought was me, was not there anymore…. BE LOVE.” Love is the ground of who you are beyond thoughts, feelings and emotions. All rights reserved. The notion that you are not your thoughts is a radical one. It is something (that’s not a thing) that cannot be expressed through words. It struck me for the first time in 1997, after reading “The Power Of Now” by Eckhart Tolle. We must experience the world in such ways. Thoughts are many, awareness is one. Hi Helena, Yes, it really does change everything when you see you are not your thoughts and that engaging with them is optional. I’m happy it helped Isobel. Let’s take a closer look. So if the thoughts are not who we are, why are they private for each of us? Hi Wendy, Leave the mind in peace to do it’s dance and it will leave you in peace to do yours. 16.3k Likes, 0 Comments - Maxi Lopez (@officialmaxilopez) on Instagram: “if you are not your thoughts, Then Who are you ?” Conscious? In my opinion, it is good to work with healing the negative patterns inside ourselves whilst at the same time maintaining the overview that the mind is only part of who we are. 5 - excited. A system. I have practised other forms of meditation in the past which I would agree are a bit mechanical and lacking in empathy but I wouldn’t say that about mindfulness. This is one of the fundamental teachings of the Buddha. You might want to try this exercise? And it’s over simplistic. The instrument has taken you over.”. https://www.thinklessandgrowrich.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/youarenotyourthoughts.m4a, 8 Signs You May Be Having A Spiritual Awakening, Why You Don’t Need A Peaceful Mind To Experience Peace, What You Resist Persists—How To Embrace Life Just As It Is, Gratitude Is The Bridge To Your Authentic Self, How To Quieten The Mind And Unlock Your Inner Treasure. The self-created theory argues that you ar… Can you speak to that please? Or would it begin with the creation of the egg? But think of it logically, You can only be one of two things. Jesus. Here are my thoughts on this, and I would like others to share. And, you are right. I think there is a danger of seeing emotion as something alien, and therefore every time strong emotions arise – we think there is something wrong. I feel like a piece of me knew the truth all this time but I can now really see it for what is …. Put aside all thoughts of the future. I understood the concept before, but I really experienced it now. It can be alluded to or pointed at but not expressed. Monkey mind. How does a tiger hunt without thinking? I am working on a project called How to Love Your Little Monster that refers to the child that accepted judgement, labels, and programming as personal truth when the fact is that in this current system of things, meaning the world and its worldly ways, we are subdued. We are either conscious of our thoughts and emotions… or not. Uni — meaning “one.”. I’m stuck at not understanding moving through life with flow as well as being able to interact with my surroundings if not based on my thoughts. Love is a beautiful emotion to experience but can you truthfully say that it is always present. But the reality is, the question doesn’t really have a satisfactory answer. You are the radio receiving and transmitting thoughts, but not the thoughts themselves. You are not ‘you being present’ or ‘not being present’ . The ‘you’ you take yourself to be today is very different from the 10 year-old, 20 year-old or 40 year-old you. I understand this practice when done in stillness but not as you go through you day in between stillness with self and interacting with other people. Thanks a lot! You become aware that, “there is the mind doing it’s thing and here am I, watching.”. The only thing that makes an emotion positive or negative is mental commentary. But what should be the next steps in order to act ? A powerful adult. It has no preferences and remains unaffected by whatever thoughts pass through. You’re not defined by the things that make you human, otherwise known to some as “flaws.” The physical are just descriptors that make you easier to identify by others, they don’t define who you are. Example – waking up today I “feel” like painting (an emotion is attached to that action) or I “feel” I need to organize the house because it causes me to feel stressed. The Bible offers good news! You could say they are impersonal, in that you play no part in their appearance and disappearance. Yes, the mind can’t get ii. Thoughts changes frequently. I suppose real power, is when you can engage your thoughts emotions fully, or leave them alone. So much life is dictated by emotions so are we only observing and acting on ones we label as good or useful? Since you are now divested of your thoughts by not identifying with them. Ot makes more sense, even to the mind, that the latter would be you. Not only that, but our thoughts are not even OUR thoughts. Expansive? That speaks of the flower. Boy, was this something I struggled with for a long time. And some say, that you are not even the observer. It is what the whole Universe, including you, is made of. There is a remedy. Some traditions say that who you really are existed before the appearance of this body and will continue to exist long after it is gone—that the body is a garment you wear for this lifetime and thoughts are part of the package that comes with it. I am at this present time suffering from a period of mental turmoil,anxiety, and feelings of hopeless . I used to like to think myself in others’ shoes when I watch movie, anime, or in real life because I loved getting emotional and feel for the individuals, but after practicing mindfulness, I lose interest and find it pointless to make emotional rollercoaster. MOTIVATION. The notion that you’re not your thoughts could provide you with an excuse for not taking responsibility for the negativity within ie to spiritually bypass. It is all ONE. Realising you are not your thoughts is a pivotal moment in each person’s spiritual journey. The Buddha. For me, mindfulness has made me a more compassionate and loving person. The feeling of happiness, which comes and goes, and the happiness of your true nature, which is eternal and unchanging. Hi Richard, I found this article very helpful. In the next moment, however, they may or may not be there. It is not a thing, but a doing. Really simply, if I’m not my thoughts and emotions, who or what am I? Positive or negative emotions both? Emotion is not just of the mind like a computer printout. You are who you love. He gives us a glimpse now and then, but only when we see Him face to face will we understand, but even then, not all. He has been, without doubt, one the most important and inspirational teachers on my own  journey. I too was very struck by Eckhart Tolle’s book. You are presence itself, believing you are ‘your’ thoughts. When the Indian saint Papaji said, “Don’t be a peaceful person. Here’s to your bliss, Jim In fact, psychologists say that 95% of your thinking occurs at the level of the subconscious, leaving just 5% that you are actually aware of. If all of those things go away, who are you? Nobody seemed to be able to articulate it in a way that made sense to me. Is love just a passing emotion not continuous and is to be observed but not really a part of who we are? Your email address will not be published. Everybody is! Who we take ourselves to be is really an ever-changing kaleidoscope of all the above. You are the infinite awareness. A wall of thoughts tumbled back into my head. According to the self-created theory, your thoughts are a direct extension of your identity—your character, personality, and true desires. And then “I” came crashing back! My confusion comes from the fact we use language to communicate to each other all day everyday. How could they not be who you are? The first is the non-judgemental acceptance of whatever arises in your experience. No thoughts, no ego, no mental model of reality being conceptualized. A combination of the things I’ve mentioned above plus this extra almost divine little spark? It just goes on and on. A thought or a feeling? You will receive periodic updates and special offers from me via email. An Insight From Bio-Feedback Brain Training. You are whatever touches your soul more deeply than anything. Yep. It is great to know that it is inevitable that there is some sweet connection between us all. I tend to think mindfulness makes you emotionless and lack of empathy for others for how quickly you drop your feelings. It goes against everything we have been conditioned to believe all our lives. If the dice lands on 1, then you are happy. Trapped in my thoughts. I just can’t grasp it. As Dean Jackson said, “If you can watch your thoughts, you are the watcher, not the thoughts.” So the mere fact that we can observe whether we are having a sad thought, or an angry thought, or a pessimistic thought means that are not the thoughts themselves. Thanks for that Abe. Just as clouds of all shapes and sizes float across the unchanging sky, all kinds of thoughts come and go against the backdrop of your unchanging awareness. There is one physical world here on earth, but billions of different internal worlds. I will not sell or distribute your email address to a third party at any time. If you really were your anger, your sadness or the broken person your mind would have you believe you are, it would be your continuous experience. They speak in your voice. If it lands on 3, then you are bored. hi Denise, ‘Tired thoughts in a tired mind’ Your thoughts get exaggerated BECAUSE you are feeling anxious. They are known only to you. I’m really pleased that you got something out of this , Next post: An Insight From Bio-Feedback Brain Training. If it lands on 2, then you are angry. Is being thankful also emotion? Eckhart Tolle says “you are not your thoughts” because when we are in observation of our mind, you are the observer OF your thoughts, not the other way around. Claire Weekes in her book “Self Help For Your Nerves” describes these thoughts as “Tired thoughts in a tired mind” – this is a wonderfully simple description Set aside all memories of the past — as if you had just arrived on earth in this moment. You are grown now. Except those who aren’t. But when I speak out words of hatred toward someone else, I am pointing them directly to myself. “You” are presence itself. Most people believe they ARE their emotions and remain slaves to whatever arises. It is gotten more as an inner knowingness than a mental understanding. It limits you to keep you safe. They make you human. This is spiritual bypassing. If they were part of your essential nature, they would always be present. Here’s another. How would you describe the ‘you’ that remains? Help! But which came about by accepting the judgements of yourself and others. You say “I am angry” rather than, “anger is there just now”. This article really helped me to see the distinction between consciousness and thought/emotion, and I will be exploring more of your work and books. You are not your thoughts because thoughts come and go and you should allow them to do so with little attachment. Judgements. And that LIFE is another name for you. For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. Both are illusions.” I discovered that I am not who I think I am. Everything in your experience would suggest otherwise. Everything in your experience would suggest otherwise. Not your idea of yourself, your self image. Oops, one last question I had that I forgot to add to my first comment is if we are not our thoughts (slowly grasping that) then how do we move through our day when many things may fall under “what should I do today” which may be based on an emotion? How could you be something that is in a constant state of flux. It offers an interesting perspective on our relationship with thoughts (you’ll find an, You have no idea what the next thought will be. The spiritual teacher Papaji said: “Don’t be a person in love. Tat Twam Asi – I Am That. The notion that you are not your thoughts is a radical one. Thoughts occur through you, like a radio transmitting a frequency signal. Is there anything you have put aside that, if you were to take it back, would enhance your experience of this moment? This is what we do when we grab onto thoughts— when we identify with them, believe they are who we are and struggle against them. It must be said you are the witnesser of your thoughts. How does it feel? Very profound wisdom has been shared here. We are all in our own separate theaters, witnessing entirely different shows, and yet we behave as it we are in the same audience, watching the very same event we call life. Your real mind is almost unknown to you. Everyone, regardless of how troubled they are, experiences moments of joy, of laughter, of OK-ness. The Sedona Method is a powerful technique for letting go of troublesome thoughts, feelings and emotions. When you know you are not the mind, you no longer have to take it so damn seriously. Thank You. This is freedom. It really is a life changing realisation! The point is this: We set an arbitrary definition that life begins on the birthday. Great article, I recently REALISED that I am not my thoughts. You do not have to go along with every thought that comes and let it take centre stage. Which “you” are you referring to? There was no self-image (illusion). I’ve been reading up on your website for a few months now and I must say: you are quite an inspiration! Realising you are not your thoughts is a life-changing discovery, a pivotal moment in each person’s spiritual journey. Well, you could measure the diameter by it’s visible fire. 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