How Free Are We in Our Choices? – Ep 80

August 19, 2016
How Free Are We in Our Choices? – Ep 80
Bob Thurman Podcast: Buddhas Have More Fun!
How Free Are We in Our Choices? – Ep 80

Aug 19 2016 |

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Show Notes

In this podcast Professor Thurman explains how freedom in our choices depends on whether we are living consciously or unconsciously. There is no such thing as “meant to be”, however, each action brings about a particular result. For example, being a victim of circumstances — Professor Thurman continues — can be seen as a result of an action performed in the past and can be empowering when we take its blame upon ourselves. Also, Professor Thurman explains how we can not only live, but die consciously so to be reborn in the place we like.

This episode was recorded on July 27, 2014 at the “Hiking in the Catskills” Retreat at Menla Mountain Retreat, taught by Robert Thurman.

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