The One You Feed | Personal Growth, Emotional Resilience & Purpose Greg Marcus on the Spiritual Practice of Good Actions
Dec 3, 2019
Greg Marcus, a practitioner and innovator of American Mussar, dives into the spiritual practice of good actions, emphasizing mindful living. He explains how balancing soul traits like enthusiasm can enhance personal growth. The conversation explores overcoming inner conflicts and the significance of persistent effort in spiritual journeys. Marcus shares the transformational power of kind actions and the ripple effect they create in communities. Tune in for insights on the healing power of gratitude and the importance of self-awareness in navigating emotions.
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Internal Conflict
- We face a constant internal conflict between base instincts (evil inclination) and compassion (good inclination).
- Our choices determine which one prevails, like feeding a good or bad wolf.
Choosing the Blessing
- Greg Marcus shares a story of a mindful walk where he realized he was ruminating on work instead of enjoying the day.
- He shifted his focus to appreciate the present moment, illustrating choosing the "blessing."
Evil Inclination's Double Impact
- The "evil inclination" hinders us from doing good by causing bad actions and preventing desired ones.
- This can manifest as procrastination or failing to fully engage in activities.
