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“You cannot have a desire to surrender because that's non-surrender. Surrender arises spontaneously sometimes in people who don't even have a word for it. And I know that openness is there in many people.”

Quote by Eckhart Tolle

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Eckhart Tolle is a German-born author and philosopher, renowned for his book 'The Power of Now'. His work primarily focuses on personal awakening, self-awareness, and inner peace. Born on February 16, 1948, Tolle's ideas have influenced countless individuals seeking spiritual growth and inner freedom. more

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