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Awakening Practices from PRACTICAL WORK ON SELF, "Awakening the Machine", Part Two
Episode 1064th January 2026 • The Three-Headed Man • Jazzy, Jimmy, and Phreddie
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This transcript features a discussion between three individuals exploring the concept of inner awakening and the practice of self-observation.

Dissatisfied with the "treadmill" of conventional life, the participants examine the utility of observing one's physical body as a means to gain a broader perspective and detach from habitual reactions. They introduce an experiment from the book Practical Work on Self by EJ Gold, which involves monitoring the movements and postures of the "human machine" without attempting to change them.

The speakers explain that this practice aims to realign the mind and body, potentially shifting the brain's function from idle association to a more present state of awareness. To make the practice effective, they suggest setting clear intentions to perform these observations during specific daily tasks, such as washing dishes or walking.

Ultimately, the dialogue serves as an invitation for listeners to join their public quest for spiritual presence and psychological clarity.

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