What is enlightenment, and what lies beyond the illusion of separation? In Chapter 6, Gary Eagle explores Divine Awareness through self-inquiry, inclusion and the ordinary moments of daily life.
These teachings are not religious. They convey the truth that underlies them all.
Watch Chapter 6 on YouTube · Approximately 9 minutes
A synopsis of Chapter 6
Following God: Awakening – Chapter 5, this contemplation asks what changes when we no longer experience ourselves as isolated beings. In Gary’s model of reality, Divine Awareness is the presence in which the body, thoughts and the world appear.
The chapter explores two complementary approaches. The first is the way of removal: through Neti Neti, or “not this, not that”, and Via Negativa, we question the identities we have taken ourselves to be. The second is inclusion: recognising our connection with other people, trees and the life around us.
A gentle attention exercise begins with the hand, expands to both hands and the whole body, and invites the question, “Where am I inside my body?” Gary then brings this inquiry into everyday life: standing, walking, doing household tasks and meeting others with care. Living for God is expressed through service, honesty and helping where we can.
The closing reflection considers the peace and bliss of enlightenment as a release from the felt separation between self and life. These ideas are offered as a personal invitation to contemplation and direct experience.
Let awareness include the life around you.
A contemplation inspired by Chapter 6
Explore the video
- 00:58 — Divine Awareness
- 01:31 — Dissolving separation
- 02:52 — Living for God
- 03:35 — Where am I inside my body?
- 05:22 — The process of inclusion
- 06:18 — Living life in full awareness
- 07:45 — The bliss of enlightenment
A moment for reflection
In a quiet, safe place, notice the sensations in one hand. Let your attention widen gently. What do you notice when you make room for the sounds and life around you as well?
Reserve deep contemplative exercises for a safe setting. Stay fully attentive while driving or operating machinery.
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Written by Gary Eagle. Artwork created with ChatGPT; narration produced with Azure Speech and VoiceShaper.