Journey Within

[Wintonia]

LU is focused guiding for seeing there is no real, inherent 'self' - what do you understand by this?
I understand that there is no true self as a seperate entity and that life as we know it is an illusion that has been created by our minds. For the longest time I have felt that there is more to this life and no matter what I achieve or acquire, that feeling never goes away. I cannot help but feel that the feeling is a longing for realisation.

What are you looking for at LU?
I would like to see passed the illusion. I have grown weary of feeling incomplete and attempting to do this on my own has not been very helpful. Put simply, I wish to be liberated. To see and finally piece together that which I know for certain is missing.

What do you expect from a guided conversation?
I would expect a patient and empathetic way of guiding me towards this realisation. It has just been really difficult searching onn my own and I would appreciate guidance from someone who has been through the process already. The loneliness and frustration tends to get the better of me some days and I just wish I could speak or consult someone who truly understands.

What is your experience in terms of spiritual practices, seeking and inquiry?
Initially I did not believe much in anything. However, last year something happened to me that made me realise there was more to the life I perceived. In my anguish and struggle I came to understand the concept of the illusion and embarked on a personal journey using YouTube videos as a guide and reference point. However, my understanding continues to remain intellectual and not practical, which has led me to seek actual guidance.

On a scale from 1 to 10, how willing are you to question any currently held beliefs about 'self? 11

[Canfora]

Hi Wintonia, it's been a long time since your post. Are you still looking for a guide?