Absolute Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““I’ is Absolute; it has been possessed by the ghosts of ‘my’!””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: “The Nature of Self,” 1998
The self is an illusion, possessed by the ghosts of personal identity.
In simple terms: Self is a construct of past narratives.
Key Takeaway
Detach from egoic stories.
Themes
ego
identity
spirituality
illusion
mindfulness
Mood
calm
introspective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- self‑inquiry
- therapy
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
dadaism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience ego?
- What practices help you stay present?
A Different Perspective
Detachment may feel loss of self.
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