Garfield, Jay L.

Losing Ourselves: Learning to Live Without a Self

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ISBN 13:: 9780691220574
author:: Garfield, Jay L.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Princeton University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 224
Dimensions:: 20.3 x 13.5 x 2.3 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Philosophy, Mind & Body,
Condition:: New
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Losing Ourselves: A Radical Account of an Idea That Promises Liberation and Improvement. Jay Garfield, a leading expert on Buddhist philosophy, presents a clear and concise account of an idea that may initially seem frightening but holds the promise of liberation and personal growth. Drawing on various philosophical traditions and cognitive neuroscience, Garfield explores why it is natural to think we have a self, yet this notion is fundamentally flawed. By shedding the illusion of a fixed self, Garfield argues, we can lead healthier social and moral lives. The book delves into the practical benefits of embracing the Buddhist concept of no-self, including abandoning egoism, acting with greater morality, and navigating life with increased spontaneity and skill. Ultimately, this transformation enables us to participate in the shared enterprise of life, fostering a more connected and compassionate existence. This transformative book offers a compelling case for letting go of our sense of self, revealing that there is nothing to lose and everything to gain by embracing a more fluid and interconnected understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

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