Isabelle

Almost all thinking is reflexive (having an unconscious “reflex” in response) versus what Roger calls “reflective” (taking a moment to consciously reflect on how the past may have created a preexisting mental model keeping you from considering a new and different future).

Nisargadatta used to encourage earnestness. Sincerity is just another word for the same thing. It relates to the quality of single-pointed attention, devotion towards the truth.

Knowing is not enough. Knowing too much can encourage us to procrastinate. There's a certain point when continuing to know at the expense of doing allows the mess to grow further