In mind, we live in a duality and that is what produces seeker and master (and all other dualities). The master still lives in a duality, which I believe, is suggestible in the Zen proverb … "Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water."
The master and seeker are same same but different but still same. A master that forgets or omits this…. well……they are being dominated by the seeker ‘side’ of themselves (in mind)..…if only for a split second.
As a side effect of the duality paradigm, there are at least two or more major viewpoints the mind produces. I submit an example using this OP. 1) OP viewed as a variation of garbage. 2) OP viewed as a variation of value. 3) OP viewed as the "mind doing its 'thang'"
That is expected in a public forum where viewpoints are fostered.
I suggest, only suggest, we do not underestimate the power of our minds. Hear what I am saying if not more so, what I am not saying.
With the warmest of regards to all.
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