The more unconscious individuals, groups, or nations are, the more likely it is that egoic pathology will assume the form of physical violence. Viole… - Eckhart Tolle

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The more unconscious individuals, groups, or nations are, the more likely it is that egoic pathology will assume the form of physical violence. Violence is a primitive but still very widespread way in which the ego attempts to assert itself, to prove itself right or another wrong. With very unconscious people, arguments can easily lead to physical violence.

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About Eckhart Tolle

Eckhart Tolle (born Ulrich Leonard Tölle on 16 February 1948) is a German / Canadian spiritual teacher, motivational speaker, and writer.

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Alternative Names: Ulrich Leonard Tölle
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