Untying the Knots that bind us: Inspiration from the Kleshas

UNTYING THE KNOTS THAT BIND US: INSPIRATION FROM THE KLESHAS

Understanding the Kleshas: The Knots of the Mind
​The term "klesha" translates to afflictions or obstacles, and these psychological knots have been meticulously detailed in yogic and Buddhist traditions. Understanding and untangling them is the key to cultivating a tranquil mind.

Let's explore each klesha and its impact:

• Avidya (Ignorance):
  • Impact: Avidya is the root of all kleshas, representing ignorance of our true nature.
  • Teaching: Cultivate self-awareness and strive for a deeper understanding of the self. Awareness is the first step towards unraveling the knots of ignorance.
• Asmita (Egoism):
  • Impact: Asmita gives rise to the limited ego ego, leading to a distorted perception of oneself.
  • Teaching: Embrace humility and recognize that the ego is an illusion. True self-awareness transcends the limitations of ego-driven perspectives.
• Raga (Attachment):
  • Impact: Raga binds the mind to desires and attachments, creating emotional turbulence.
  • Teaching: Practice detachment. Understand that true peace lies in accepting the impermanence of life and releasing attachments to fleeting desires.
• Dvesha (Aversion):
  • Impact: Dvesha breeds negativity and resentment, clouding the mind with judgment.
  • Teaching: Cultivate compassion and understanding. By embracing a mindset of love and acceptance, you free the mind from the shackles of aversion.
• Abhinivesha (Fear of Death/Fear of Change):
  • Impact: Abhinivesha instills a deep-seated fear, hindering the pursuit of inner peace.
  • Teaching: Understand the impermanence of life and embrace the present moment. The fear of death dissipates when we live fully in the now.

Since we are ignoration of our True Nature as pure consciousness, we create a false sense of self which is limited. This limited self, not knowing it is Pure Consciousness, seeks outside of itself for wholeness through desire, aversion, resistance, and control. Because we are ignorant of our True Nature as boundless and eternal Pure Consciousness we falsely believe we are this limited person and cling to this physical life and live in states of fear. This is samsara, the cycle of ignorance that keeps us in reincarnation loops and cycles of suffering. Thankfully, there is a way out of this, and you hold the key for liberation within your True Nature.

Cultivating Peace: A Journey Within

1. Mindful Awareness:

• Practice: Begin with mindful awareness. Observe your thoughts and emotions without judgment. This practice unveils the layers of ignorance, fostering clarity and self-understanding.

2. Self-Inquiry:

• Practice: Engage in self-inquiry to unravel the mind's conditioning. Ask yourself profound questions about your identity and purpose. The answers may lead to a deeper connection with your true self.

3. Detachment from Desires:

• Practice: Practice detachment from desires. Recognize when attachment arises and consciously choose to let go. This cultivates a sense of inner freedom and peace.

4. Cultivating Compassion:

• Practice: Actively cultivate compassion for yourself and others. Recognize that everyone is on their unique journey, facing their own Kleshas. Compassion fosters understanding and dissolves aversion.

5. Embracing Impermanence:

• Practice: Embrace the impermanence of life. Meditate on the transient nature of all things. This practice liberates the mind from the fear of loss and death.
  
  

Untying the Knots, Embracing Peace
In the labyrinth of the mind, where the kleshas tighten their grip, the teachings from ancient traditions guide us toward the light of inner peace. By understanding and untangling these psychological knots, we embark on a transformative journey, cultivating a serene mind that remains unperturbed amid life's storms. Through mindful awareness, self-inquiry, detachment, compassion, and an embrace of impermanence, we find the keys to unlocking the gates to tranquility within. May this journey lead you to the profound peace that resides at the core of your being.

If you find yourself repeating the same cycles of suffering again and again and want assistance in liberating yourself, please feel free to reach out to me. Bless you on your path of liberation and your return to the wholeness you have always been and always will be!

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Author: Michael Garber

Michael Garber and Ron Amit are the Founding Co-Directors and Lead Ministers of New Earth Ascending. ​Their unified mission as Divine Partners is to support the global awakening to higher consciousness and the transition to the New Earth. They are internationally respected for their work as spiritual mentors, hypnotherapists, contemporary dance professional, yoga teachers, hands-on and quantum healers, specializing in past/parallel/future life regressions. Their work as regressionists have given them vast insight into the nature of Consciousness and the history of Creation.

Together, they have created Illuminated Quantum Healing, a healing modality which incorporates hypnotic and alchemical techniques to activate multidimensional healing. TransformOtion, an embodiment and dance method for awakening. Embodied Light Reiki, a practice for channeling divine energy for personal and collective healing. Their core teachings are of Oneness and the remembering of our individual divinity.