The Sense of Self Perspectives from Science and Zen Buddhism
At the heart of this book is one of the most ancient and profound question philosophers, spiritual seekers, and curious individuals have pondered since the beginning of history: “Who am I?” Advances in modern science, and access to Zen tradition, ha
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SENSE OF
SELF
PERSPECTIVES FROM SCIENCE AND ZEN BUDDHISM
RICHARD W. SEARS
The Sense of Self
Richard W. Sears
The Sense of Self Perspectives from Science and Zen Buddhism
Richard W. Sears Center for Clinical Mindfulness & Meditation Cincinnati, USA
ISBN 978-1-137-56370-5 ISBN 978-1-137-56371-2 DOI 10.1057/978-1-137-56371-2
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To my Zen teacher, Wonji Dharma, who introduced me directly to myself.
Acknowledgements
My original interest in the sense of self was inspired, and very much continues to be, by the late Alan W. Watts (1915–1973), a philosopher and scholar who devoted his life to the study of the self. His insight, curiosity, and sense of humor have deeply influenced my approach to this subject. His emphasis on comparative philosophy, and the exploration of Asian traditions, is what led me to formal Zen study. While I did my best to give Dr. Watts credit for many of the ideas discussed in this book, it is quite possible that I failed to attribute some of the ideas I may have unconsciously borrowed. Stephen K. Hayes, the Western world’s first ninja, was my first true mentor and, after 30 years, is still one of my greatest inspirations. He embodies his teachings in his own life and family, perpetually seeking to grow and share what he learns. He has always been like a father to me, graciously sharing his deepest insights and supporting me in all my e
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