I wonder what life might be like without conceptual thinking

Sometimes thinking itself can mangle reality. And I'm beginning to see that Author Byron Katie 's quote, 'Nothing is true.' seems more and more like reality.
The term Conceptual thinking I happened to see in a book from Eckhart Tolle. He said suffering, anxiety, etc come from partially, reliance on Conceptual thinking. It's a fascinating concept ! To be rid of it for a while, (Conceptual thinking) would mean the stillness within us all, could be made more present. I wouldn't mind a year without thinking whatsoever 💜🤔🌹

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uncalled4 · 56-60, M

So what is he saying? Don't think? Don't use what you've learned to advance yourself? Sorry, I think he's one of the biggest hacks out there.

Coralmist · 41-45, F

@uncalled4 No he's saying when we base everything on perception , it can lead to anger, fears, etc. ..Because going beyond thinking, is to be in Stillness and presence. I wouldn't mind that for a while. Turning off the chatter of the Mind.

uncalled4 · 56-60, M

@Coralmist I wouldn't know how to avoid relying on perception. That's not to say that instinct is worthless. And yes, it's important to be able to go to a happy place.