Effacing the Self Jean Li

Effacing the Self Jean LiArgues that self and selflessness are aspects of the same insoluble problem at the very heart of modernity. In spirituality and mysticism, many seek a counterbalance to the strong emphasis on the self that modernity demands of us: We desire a fixed self on the one hand and are fascinated by selflessness on the other. But is our fascination with selflessness not a ruse to make that self of ours even stronger? And is that self critical question not the

From personal experience

Inspired by Brontë’s experience traveling and teaching English in Brussels

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Scenarios are presented in a structured format that includes objectives

combined with a trend away from three-generation families and changing social values

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The Sonderberg Case

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While providing a simple and fun reading experience

Offers a holistic

this book documents what remains