And Then, Spontaneous Laughter.... - 8th August 2016

Name: And Then, Spontaneous Laughter.... - 8th August 2016
Uploaded: 2016-08-08
Duration: 5 min 52 s
Description: Ananta discusses why spontaneous laughter and joy arise in Satsang and how the 'checker guy' uses expectations of peace to create more suffering and control.

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Ananta explains that while spiritual inquiry naturally reveals inherent joy and peace, he avoids emphasizing these states to prevent the mind from turning them into expectations or benchmarks for spiritual progress.

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As we leave the realm of thought, we find that which is inherently peaceful, joyful, and loving.

The mind tries to regain control through judgment when spontaneous laughter or tears erupt without mental cause.

We don't stress on joy because the 'checker guy' uses it to judge your practice during times of grief.

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