"THERE DO EXIST ENQUIRING MINDS, which long for the truth of the heart, seek it, strive to solve the problems set by life, try to penetrate to the essence of things and phenomena and to penetrate into themselves. If a man reasons and thinks soundly, no matter which path he follows in solving these problems, he must inevitably arrive back at himself, and begin with the solution of the problem of what he is himself and what his place is in the world around him. For without this knowledge, he will have no focal point in his search. Socrates’ words, “Know thyself” remain for all those who seek true knowledge and being."

VIEWS FROM THE REAL WORLD, BY by G.I. Gurdjieff, p 43

29 June 2009

Problems ` Solutions

"Sometimes we have more faith in the power of the problem than we have faith in the power of the solution. We want to stand in conviction behind an otherworldly solution—by God or whatever other name. And central to that power is love—not blame, not condemnation, not unforgiveness—but love."

Marianne Williamson, Foundation for A Course in Miracles
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