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This first part of the course is emphasizing the actual experience of sense gratification. In other words, we are learning how to be interested, intimate and discerning as the sensitive heart connects with the reality of this world of sensuality. Are we willing to meet this sense world honestly, with real interest in order to better understand the experience of gratification?
Here are some reflections for week two in preparation for small group discussions:
What have you learned in specifically observing, being intimate with experiences of gratification of sense experience.
How have you experienced happiness in the past? How much of this happiness has been related to the gratification of desire?
Reflect on the experiences of gratification and disappointment. What is the ongoing effect of these past successes and failures on your life?
Honestly map out those places in your life where you see enchantment with sense experience. For example, desires that seem to promise real lasting happiness for oneself.
Below are Study Materials for Week 1 and Week 2:
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