The observer self, a part of who we really are, is that…
““The observer self, a part of who we really are, is that part of us that is watching both our false self and our True Self. We might say that it even watches us when we watch. It is our Consciousness, it is the core experience of our Child Within. It thus cannot be watched—at least by anything or any being that we know of on this earth. It transcends our five senses, our co-dependent self and all other lower, though necessary parts, of us. Adult children may confuse their observer self with a kind of defense they may have used to avoid their Real Self and all of its feelings. One might call this defense “false observer self” since its awareness is clouded. It is unfocused as it “spaces” or “numbs out.” It denies and distorts our Child Within, and is often judgmental.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The observer self is the pure awareness that watches both our false and true selves, beyond the senses and defenses.
In simple terms: Pure awareness watches our inner selves.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate mindful awareness of the true observer self.
Themes
self-awareness
inner child
consciousness
defense mechanisms
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- meditation practice
- personal growth coaching
- conflict resolution
- parenting
- null
Key Concepts
observer self
false observer
child within
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you tell when you are observing versus defending?
- What practices help you access the true observer self?
A Different Perspective
The observer self can be difficult to distinguish from habitual coping patterns.