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What is Enlightenment

By: Steve Ridley

Steve Ridley’s response to the query, “What is Enlightenment?”

As I see it, enlightenment is the natural, authentic condition of each being. The degree that this essential nature is actualized through the mind-body represents the individual’s level of enlightenment. So, I would say that enlightenment appears more and more completely as one allows seeming conflicts of the mind-body to dissolve. Nothing to achieve; a matter of allowing.

– Steve Ridley

Topics: Heightened Awareness, Letting Go

Originally appeared in: June 1991

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