Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender by Dr. David R. Hawkins M.D., Ph.D Part II

SummaryIn chapters 7 to 9 of 'Letting Go: The Path of Surrender' by Dr. David R. Hawkins, the conversation explores the themes of desire, anger, and pride. The discussion delves into the concept of desire and how it can range from a mild wanting to an obsessive craving. It highlights the drivenness of desire and how it can control and enslave us. The conversation also touches on the idea of letting go of attachment to desires and allowing them to shape naturally. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various themes related to emotions, self-centeredness, and anger. They highlight how emotional goals can be glamorized and how sentimentality and emotion can lead to dishonesty. They emphasize the importance of acknowledging and letting go of anger, as chronic resentment can lead to depression and psychosomatic illnesses. The speakers also discuss the negative effects of self-sacrifice and the need for mutual acknowledgement in relationships. They encourage open communication, curiosity, and care as ways to prevent anger and resentment.TakeawaysDesire can range from a mild wanting to an obsessive craving and is characterized by its drivenness.Attachment to desires can concretize them and make them harder to achieve.Letting go of attachment to desires allows for greater flexibility and shaping of outcomes.Desire can block us from receiving what we truly want and create a fear of not getting it.Glamour is the disparity between what something truly is and the exaggerated perception we attach to it, leading to disillusionment.It is important to let go of exaggeration, fantasy, and romanticization to see things as they truly are. Emotional goals can be glamorized and lead to dishonesty.Acknowledging and letting go of anger is important for mental and physical well-being.Chronic resentment can lead to depression and psychosomatic illnesses.Self-sacrifice in relationships can create unmet expectations and resentment.Open communication, curiosity, and care are essential for healthy relationships.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:09 Chapter 7: Desire05:14 Chapter 8: Glamour10:59 Chapter 9: Selfishness39:17 Chapter 10: Anger49:53 Enjoying the Moment50:22 Letting Go of Pride50:42 Becoming Aware of Self-Centeredness51:13 Navigating Right and Wrong51:34 Understanding Right and Wrong52:24 Acknowledging Others52:54 Levels of Interest and Inquiry53:32 Unmet Expectations54:25 Fear of Inquiry54:43 Unacknowledged Acts of Love56:09 Preventing Chronic Resentment57:06 Emotional Blackmail57:30 Being Direct in Communication58:15 Using Words to Express Interest59:25 Chronic Resentment and DepressionWelcome to ‘As a Man Readeth,’ your weekly dose of insightful dialogue and enlightening perspectives, delivered with a unique southern style. Join hosts Goolsby and Tray D. as they delve into the world of literature and share their interpretations and lessons learned. Be sure to like and subscribe and join the conversation on instagram and youtube @AsAManReadeth and READ A BOOK😂

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