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Few people understand the source of will power. Will is the inner power created by the focusing of consciousness, and the way we use it determines whether we become trapped in ego or awakened spiritually. By using our will to resist experiences, we create samskaras that block our natural flow of energy and keep us identified with our personal self. The highest expression of will is to consciously relax, allow life to pass through without resistance, and ultimately surrender personal will to the divine will. © Sounds True Inc. Episodes: © 2026 Michael A. Singer. All Rights Reserved.
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by Michael Singer · English · Devotional & Spiritual
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