Human beings, when they encounter that which can't be understood, either run away from it, run towards it … - Frederick Lenz

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Human beings, when they encounter that which can't be understood, either run away from it, run towards it blindly, or just rationalize it out of existence.

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Energy is gained by giving energy. When we give energy, we gain energy. This is different than having someone manipulate you and take your energy.

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Samadhi is not going to take away your humanity. It will give it to you. You will become more cosmopolitan, more conscious, and more infinite.

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