Our Buddhist study group is split on whether we should be working to dissolve the ego or strengthen our sense of authentic self through practice. Half the group talks about 'letting go of who we think we are' and the other half focuses on 'discovering our true nature' and we can't seem to bridge these interpretations.
More people experience this than they realize.
A study group is discovering that their fundamental assumptions about identity and spiritual development are irreconcilably different.
“Where Are You with No-self and identity in Buddhist thought?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.