HURRY UP AND RELAX

James Robbins, M.A.

Transcending the Paradox of Self-Improvement

• Do worry, stress and anxiety distract you from the present moment?

• Does your daily life lack creativity and spontaneity?

• Do you find yourself habitually and anxiously comparing yourself to others?

Spiritual wisdom teaches us that we are already perfect, that the only path to true happiness is by simply being yourself.  But for most individuals, trying to be yourself is like trying to hurry up and relax, like chasing your own tail.  This dangling carrot of self-improvement is the essential dilemma of the spiritual path.  James Robbins teaches participants to overcome this paradox by examining three habitual obstacles to self-realization:

The Lure of Self-Consciousness—Most individuals live their lives in a state of self-conscious distraction, failing to connect to the present moment and enjoy the immediacy and artistic subtlety of personal experience.  Communicating Eastern wisdom principles for overcoming anxious attachment and desire, James teaches participants to better enjoy the Here and Now, cultivating the freedom and satisfaction of living from day to day and moment to moment.

The Lure of Safety—The Hindu philosopher, Krishnamurti, said, "I used to be an atheist, then I realized I was God."  James teaches attendees that the divine is inside rather than outside, and can only be realized by creative, courageous and spontaneous action.  This presentation will teach individuals to approach their lives and relationships with an open mind, letting go of stagnant, knee-jerk habits to energize a more expressive, passionate personal and interpersonal environment.       

The Myth of Better and Worse—Lacking confidence and a secure sense of self, most individuals attempt to validate themselves by compulsively comparing themselves with others.  This need to rank one another and "jockey for position" only produces anxiety, envy and self-centeredness.  Utilizing Eastern principles of self-awareness and surrender, James teaches participants to look deep within themselves and others to realize and enjoy the perfection and equality of all beings.

Heather Robbins, Ph.D., is an experienced clinical psychologist and published academic researcher.  She maintains an innovative, cutting edge private practice, treating individuals, couples and families.  James Robbins, M.A., author of multiple works, emphasizes the integration of meditation and other Eastern wisdom principles in cultivating a more peaceful, focused and satisfying relationship with oneself and others.  Together, they are dynamic, charismatic motivators, offering keynote lectures and intensive seminars across the country.

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