| | I think this concept is usefull after a long time of "someone" doing the "practicing". At a certain point (high equanimity for example) it makes sense to surrender any concept of effort or even surrender. But before that, it is kind of ridiculous and disempowering, not to mention pernicious, IMO. I mean, enlightenment *does* require transformations in brain processing, something that takes time (99% of the time). New neural pathways have to be carved, etc. Also even teachings by people like Tony Parsons still requires people to buy the book, attend the workshop, watch the video, i.e., it requires "somebody" doing.
You might want to look into Kenneth Folks 3 Speed Transmission framework, which seeks to integrate 1st gear which is the developmental model with 3rd gear which is "you are already here, nothing to do" stuff. It helped me sort out my thinking on the matter. Both perspectives are valuable in their proper context. |