Desire & Passion

The Fire of Life

Desire is the engine of the universe. It is the feeling of "wanting" that moves us from stillness to action. While often maligned in spiritual circles as the root of suffering, conscious desire (Passion) is a state of high vibration and alignment. When we burn with passion for a cause, a person, or a truth, we transcend out petty concerns and enter a flow state of high effectiveness and magnetism.

Core Principles

Key Concepts

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Eros

Life instinct. The drive for life, creation, and connection.

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Dopamine

The molecule of "more." It drives seeking and motivation.

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Attachment vs. Aspiration

Distinguishing between clinging to an outcome and aspiring towards a vision.

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Bhakti

The yoga of devotion. Directing intense passion towards the Divine.

Exploration

Harnessing Passion

Direct experience is the only way to understand an altered state. Here are ways to explore desire & passion safely.

Identify your "Burning Desire": What keeps you up at night with excitement?

Follow your curiosity: It is the seed of passion.

Connect the mundane to the meaningful: "I am laying bricks" vs "I am building a cathedral."

Risk taking: Passion requires stepping into the unknown.

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The Benefits

Vitality

Passion is energizing. Passionate people seem to have limitless energy.

Resilience

He who has a "why" to live can bear almost any "how".

Attraction

Passion is infectious and draws opportunities and people to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is desire bad?

Unconscious craving creates suffering. Conscious desire creates the world. It is a tool.

Q: How do I find my passion?

Stop thinking and start tasting. Try many things deeply. Passion follows action, it rarely precedes it.

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