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“The underlying motivation that drives all addiction is our insistence on avoiding pain. However, the pain you are avoiding is based in the past, and has nothing to do with the present moment.”

Quote by Leonard Jacobson

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Leonard Jacobson

Leonard Jacobson is a renowned spiritual teacher, born on October 28, 1944. His teachings focus on personal growth and spiritual awakening, influencing countless individuals seeking spiritual enlightenment. more

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“Projecting into the future with hopes, dreams and desires can never fulfill you. Only the present moment can fulfill you.”

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“Don't diminish yourself in any way. Dare to be all that you are.”

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“If you really know how to ask the question 'Who am I?' you will inevitably be delivered into that state of silence and pure consciousness that is your true Being. The question 'Who am I?' will ultimately deliver you into the 'I am' of you.”

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“It is a mistake to imagine that you can awaken in any kind of permanent way. There is only NOW and so you can only be awake now. Even the idea of permanence is an illusion. The question to ask is 'Am I awake and fully present NOW?' That question arises and is answered in perfect silence.”

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“Civilization depends upon the vigorous pursuit of the highest values by people who are intelligent enough to know that their values are qualified by their interests and corrupted by their prejudices.”

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Book:Reinhold Niebuhr: Major Works on Religion and Politics: (Library of America #263)

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