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Susanne Marie ~ The Wisdom of No Escape
Saturday, June 14, 2025 @ 9:00am-10:30am (Pacific Time)
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Sometimes the only way to be free of something is to allow yourself to be fully trapped. Most of us are initially drawn to spirituality with the understandable desire to feel better and in general to be released from suffering. Often, however, our desire to escape suffering creates its own bondage. The desire itself plays into the belief that something needs to be done about what we are feeling, that we need to somehow disappear a feeling by replacing it with bliss or peace, or whatever we imagine freedom to be.
The truth of reality, however, is that all is One. Which means that what you are feeling and trying to escape is part of a totality. By wishing something away, we are setting ourselves up to be at odds with an aspect of ourselves. Truth is inclusive, meaning that what you are feeling is included in what you are. Rather than trying to escape unwanted feelings, we might consider building bridges to deeper understanding, where true freedom awaits.
Bio: Featured in conversation with Adyashanti on Buddha at the Gas Pump as well as on Conscious TV, Susanne Marie offers integrated teachings in support of freedom, and the celebration of our common essence of love and unity with all life. Susanne, who lives in Northern California, is the parent of two young adults. As a natural empath, her teaching style is heart-centered and practical, whose focus is on supporting you in your unique awakening journey. Susanne leads in-person retreats, online courses, a monthly online meeting, and mentors individuals privately.
Find out more about Susanne Marie: susannemarie.org
In this short video Susanne is sharing details of her awakening journey:
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