What is Manifestation? | Eckhart Tolle Explains

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About Eckhart:
Eckhart Tolle is widely recognized as one of the most inspiring and visionary spiritual teachers in the world today. With his international bestsellers, The Power of Now and A New Earth-translated into more than 50 languages-he has introduced millions to the joy and freedom of living life in the present moment. The New York Times has described him as “the most popular spiritual author in the United States,” and in 2011, Watkins Review (now Watkins Mind Body Spirit) named him “the most spiritually influential person in the world.”
Eckhart’s profound yet simple teachings have helped countless people around the globe experience a state of vibrantly alive inner peace in their daily lives. His teachings focus on the significance and power of Presence, the awakened state of consciousness, which transcends ego and discursive thinking. Eckhart sees this awakening as the essential next step in human evolution.

[@ashleyannephd]

I love what Eckhart teaches us about obstacles. I call these "disruptions." They are necessary disruptions in our patterns to give us opportunities to become the person we're meant to be.

[@Memyself-g5m]

Omg this is me right now! Scrolling on you tube and just the advice I needed to help me understand my own obstacles and my own reactivity. Thank you!!

[@JustPlayMusic6891]

I love the tidbit about "how" being primary over "what". My parents instilled in me, that as the eldest, my siblings look up to me. So from an early age I have been hyper conscious about "how I do things" because I wanted my siblings to have an example of a still/steady/calm approach to reaching goals or solving problems. Now, when I was young, I was not aware of creative consciousness or mindfulness, but cultivating this deep habit of "being still" has served me well. I am not sure how much of an impact I've had on my siblings, but I know I have impact with every person I have interacted and will interact with in the future. I find a deep sense of satisfaction in doing even the simplest of tasks with a level of mindfulness and consciousness that others leave my presence feeling at least slightly better, but definitely not worse.

[@susanerickson6752]

“What you do is secondary, how you do it is primary “. ❤

[@fida6166]

The moment i decided never to leave my self.. i feel full in my being and rarely upset. Again, whenever i feel upset, its just a reminder to return to myself 😊

[@vintage_violet]

I ❤ this! 🙏 😊

[@theuniversewithinn]

This made my day. I have been having an awakening since the last 3 4 months and it’s something I have to do conciously. The jourey is not easy but certainly rewarding. I’m not the same person I was last month let alone when I was pushed into it. Can you clarify what you mean fully in being and rarely upset? I realsied that I always don’t have joyful emotions rather I have this straight face of calmness. It’s more like neutral.

[@sp-gw7zl]

Way around it. That's exactly what my Dad always said to me about life. There's always a way ! ❤❤❤ My Dad was always calm about problems. This is exactly the same thought process he had. Complete acceptance of everything and everyone ❤ amazing !!!!😊 thank you for this it's a perfect reminder ❤

[@leonardkeret]

When there's a will, there's a way :)

[@Anne_W._VerbundenSein]

How lucky you are. My father has always been negative, pessimistic and judgemental. Okay, it's because he was traumatized, but it is a heavy legacy for me.

[@sp-gw7zl]

@@Anne_W._VerbundenSein yes people aren't perfect or circumstances make life difficult and my Dad had a difficult upbringing also. Everyone deals with trauma differently but I hear that at least you know that he did his best. No matter how people behave most are just doing their best 🙂

[@living58]

Thank you Eckhart 💕 you are a vehicle through which the Divine Source of all Life brings New Consciousness and Calls for the Spiritual Awakening of the human race. ☀️ You're a shining mirror through which shines the Light of the infinite underlying I AM. It's really time to WAKE UP, times are changing. ❤ Love from Italy.

[@sageysage8638]

You are so lucky to have a dad like that. I can only dream of that.

[@teresamcalister7096]

Mom always said ‘there’s some solution to every problem’. ‘Pull back from it a bit and you will see’

[@karenkneisley288]

Just remember that Eckhart was 29 when he dissociated from his mind. . He published "The Power of Now" when he was 49.

[@amsou4846]

This!

[@divinenonbinary]

Right. I think I’m on a similar journey time wise. Very good reminder. All in its time 😌🙏

[@bethgrimsley7165]

What do you mean by that?

[@annabellacrewe8858]

This takes time; we were not brought up to be conscious ! AND, as ET says somwhere else: children should be taught consciousness about their own thoughts in school !! So much anger and violence would be prevented 🙏❤️🙏

[@ohcrystal]

"Ultimately, what u do is secondary but how u do it is primary. When the "how" means the consciousness that flows into what u do." 💡💕🙏🏻

[@PG964]

That's really game upon game if you fully understand that statement

[@ohcrystal]

@@PG964 Yes, it's a game changer for real 🙂

[@thanujadilhani2413]

What you do is secondary but How you do it is primary

[@aussiekidslify673]

I cried watching this coz I was upset yesterday and Eckhart knew what I needed to hear. Thank you.❤

[@moonchild66]

Stay blessed❤🙏

[@raperecovery]

❤

[@jamiaburchamcnhp8712]

Life… “it’s not yours btw” that hit home… love it

[@Syl-Vee]

"Ultimately, what you do is secondary; but how you do it is primary." So beautiful, thank you!

[@scottc3165]

Eckhart is a treasure.

[@Bee.in.]

I opened this video because Eckhart is one of the most impactful teachers in my experience, and because of the ACIM quote: “I am never upset for the reason I think”. Have I realized that this video was about manifestation, I would not have watched it. And it is the title 😅 I have been avoiding anything related to manifesting because of how hurtful it was (or seemed to be) to personally try to manifest material things in “my life”. I’m happy I watched this video because it made me realize that I am ready to observe the “hurt”, the thoughts, beliefs and perceptions, and welcome them into awareness. It is okay to feel this way. It is no my job to manifest anything, but to allow whatever wants to flow through me. Thank you God for providing us what we need. Thank you Eckhart

[@adriantroy3657]

‘What you do is secondary how you do it is primary’

[@redsugar723]

The number of times I find precisely what I need to hear for that day is beautiful. Thank you Eckhart and community.

[@matthewscopelite5303]

It's not WHAT you do, but HOW you do what you do that really matter! Many thanks!! I'd litterally forgotten this saying for years, up until just now.

[@SeemaChanan]

Wow what a gift Eckhart Tolle is to humanity. Mostly undiscovered by the world

[@abigailknox-leet6949]

Very helpful. I teach in a very stressful demanding environment. I’m always on edge, frustrated and tired. This is very helpful

[@lindamckenzie4543]

I’m happy for you. Another teacher 🌝🥰

[@MrRandy1221]

Meditation can change "YOUR" conditioned perspective. Thank you Eckhart for reminding us of how insidious our Ego's are and how wonderful life can BE when one isn't focusing on past and future. (EGO)🙏❤

[@peaceful_universe]

To the person reading this message no matter how dark the night may seem, remember that even the smallest glimmer of hope can dispel the darkness. Life's toughest storms can lead to the most beautiful rainbows. Your strength, determination, and resilience will guide you through any challenge that comes your way. Keep your dreams alive, and never lose faith in yourself. You are capable of achieving greatness, and your journey is filled with opportunities for growth and happiness. Keep shining brightly!❤️

[@narcisamendez77]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Jason-eo1rh]

These copypastas are beyond tedious now

[@rebeccalove6844]

Thank you❤I was your 111th like❤

[@jora4527]

❤

[@prettyawesome2561]

So much wisdom in 17 min, the best invested time of my life. Infinite gratitude ❤

[@analauraaznar1552]

How beautiful, powerful and useful I always find Eckhart's words. Thank you Thank you Thank you.🌄

[@Da_Xman]

Eckhart Tolle began this excellent/brilliant video, by addressing the very first thing necessary to taking such an approach of non resistance - the personal realization that "our" lives are actually not "our" own (i.e., Life is living "us"/"you"/"me" (i.e., intellect/ego); “we"/"us"/"you"/"me" (intellect/ego) are actually >not< living Life; as such, "our" control is very limited [which is why we're so frustrated and suffering]. The situation(s) of Life isn't/aren't mere random, blind chaos. There is a control factor that's immensely larger, broader and deeper than is obviously apparent to "me"/"us"/ego/intellect; THAT is the entire point of Self Realization - which is difficult for "us"/"we"/"me" (ego/intellect) to comprehend, accept and surrender to. Ramana Maharshi said that God is using our own karma to lead/guide us to Itself. That applies individually and collectively, superceding practically every belief system humanity has devised consequent to [gross] misunderstanding of the Subject/object "relationship". As Eckhart Tolle states in this brilliant video to the effect of "if 'you' believe 'you' know what the problem is, and it still continues, it's not what 'you' believe it is, which underlies what the entire video is all about. In this light, here's something to consider: "What you are seeking is causing you to seek." Cheri Huber Once this becomes obvious, complete acceptance of and complete surrender (i.e., devotion) to The Self becomes much easier (and so does "our" experience of Life). For what it's worth... ✨🥴✨

[@BeSurgeon]

A person who brought me out from darkness to light forever

[@satsheelsapre5767]

One of the greatest spiritual teacher.his talks always give joy peace.

[@moonchild66]

He has such a beautiful way of explaining things...with humour and patience❤

[@landaiho7959]

I always thought therapy is needed to heal enormous hurt but watching these teachings are all i needed to heal. Powerful!

[@Nesbo5155]

The timing of the recent videos is just perfect. Thank you

[@dazzlingeyes2013]

"What u do is secondary, how is primary." U sir are amazing. I think i wont need as much therapy now that i have your videos. Thank u. ❤

[@compactc9]

I had a recent experience with the DMV and renewing my license. In the past I’d have gotten all worked up over it. I caught myself going there, and made the conscious choice to calm down and work through this calmly and without the mind. The second I managed to be completely present, the problem ceased to exist and a solution materialized.

[@letmebereal]

He's very very good isn't he the way he guides us to peace and calm.

[@kittyg.1433]

I look forward to Eckhart’s daily teachings and I also really enjoy the comment section on his channel. I am grateful for everyone who share their stories, insights and positivity on here. I’ve been going through a breakup and listening to a lot more of ET’s advice lately~ I keep reminding myself to trust the journey 🙏🏻 and I check in to not only remind myself of ET’s teachings but to see his community uplift one another, it’s a beautiful manifestation and I’m grateful to be here to watch it unfold ✨

[@stevekille6239]

Thank you, Eckhart. It is so beautiful to laugh with you.

[@rebeccalove6844]

Eckhardt, your teachings are helping me transform my life ❤❤❤

[@veraintuizione6497]

"I am going to transmit Consciusness!" 🤣😂 Too nice! Anyway it's so true so TRUE what this teaching points to, is so true that I can only say that practicing it leads to a sort of resurrection. ✨❤️🌺 The world, the Universe and what we ARE will never be the same again. SO grateful 💓🙏✨✨✨✨

[@DexterMag-aso]

Eckhart your wisdom is truly enlightening! Currently, I'm enrolled in a Zoom class with the insightful Lisa Haisha, a respected life coach. sherecommended watching this video. your teachings are profound, and your unquestionably one of my favorites. 🌟🧘‍♂

[@kellymaddenartstudio]

Bravo Eckhart! ❤ Brilliant teaching with wonderful, relatable and beautiful examples. 😊 This really brought added clarity and comfort. And, thanks to the team for the excellent sound quality.

[@e02100]

Perfectly worded!!!! He does an amazing job of addressing all aspects!! Thank you

[@sgninv2196]

Real guidance for one who wants to get out of suffering and realise himself. Great.

[@midnightblue2893]

Thankyou for these reminders Eckhart! 💜

[@sukalyanghoshal2839]

How beautifully he rounds it up at the end... beautiful and profound. One of the best 'viewers' of these times - along with Jiddu Krishnamurti and Alan Watts.

[@natureg4696]

I agree

[@abbiecratcha5536]

“I am never upset for the reason I think” is posted on a notecard on my mirror. Use this line often.

[@Lp-vw1lf]

Thank you so, so much! The insights you share are always so profound and helpful to me on my journey. The reassurance in your voice and laughter is a blessing and healing. I'm honored and grateful to be one of your global listeners!😄

[@darinsmith2458]

This reminds me.. I was working at this place that paid well but was really stressful.. One day the boss and his crew were yelling at me just to yell at me and all of a sudden that stillness or you could say the peace of God took over within me.. Yes, I got fired on the spot but that was so worth it.. I also had a revelation.. My mom would yell at me until I would react.. I thought it was so that she could release her anger.. My revelation was so that she could justify it.. Just what you are saying about the EGO or you could even say Pain Body..

[@agnivaray7476]

Just love for this being. ❤

[@sarahjmount9221]

This man is truly a gift from God. I’m fairly new at following his teachings but have been able to be still and have awareness of the presence, a little, during meditating by not thinking. I’ve been capable of being a better listener of others by staying in the present moment, and being still in between their words to me. So, I’ve been able to implement an absence of thinking, in a small way so far, going about my daily activities. However, how do I really go about bringing stillness into my activities? Am I missing something in Eckhart’s precious messages?

[@EmelieNilsson]

You are not doing anything wrong. It's an ongoing work of reminding ourselves to be present with what is.

[@sarahjmount9221]

@@EmelieNilsson Thank you for your response. I appreciate your input. 😊

[@EmelieNilsson]

@@sarahjmount9221I found Eckhart many, many years ago. For me it helps to listen to him regularly here on KZbin since I need to be reminded again and again. Just like he says in this video, I tend to not be perfect, but sometimes I go back to the "old pattern" of feeling frustrated etc when things don't go my way. At other times I feel I can truly be "in the now" without reacting negatively when obstacles appear. I wish you the very best!

[@johngreen4683]

You like everyone else are a work in progress and in many ways you are actually more advanced than some others simply because you are aware of and accept what you don't yet know 👍, it's not the destination that really important but the pleasure of the journey 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@sarahjmount9221]

@@johngreen4683 Thank you so much for your encouraging words. Sometimes it’s good to get a fresh perspective. I think you’re right about everything you said. Good luck on your own journey and I’m grateful for your support. 😊

[@lewisfirth6502]

Big Thanks Eckhart.

[@sandrastojanovic6869]

Thank you lovely Eckhart! God bless you! ❤

[@sophiavasalou8833]

What a great teacher you are Mr Tolle 🙏

[@marianmurray926]

I so thank God for you. Thank you for being. 😊

[@olivijagrudzinski7266]

Thank you sooo much! It's wonderful to become more and more aware. Love from Germany

[@Battleganz]

I noticed that I was already upset before even clicking on this video. But wow, that was quick for a full 18 minutes!

[@rogerlin9602]

4:19 Wisdom of nonresistance. Resistance is unconscious doing, complaining, fear. No judgment of people or situations. Clear seeing. Power of consciousness. Jesus talks about nonresistance. 7:18 When you suffer or get upset, that’s sign of falling back to unconscious doing. You lose connection to being. You are out of alignment with is-ness of the present moment. You are never upset for the reason you think. You have lost inner being connection, lost consciousness and awareness. Thanks Eckhart. 6 July 2024. 🍒🍄🤩😇🦩🐠☘️

[@rogerlin9602]

1:20 Take action without attachment to the outcome. Outcome isn’t more important than the present moment. Action becomes egotistical if you are lost in the doing. If obstacle upsets you, the ego is lost in the doing. Shine your consciousness on the obstacles like a torchlight. This is the power of nonresistance. Thanks Eckhart. 21 April 2024. 🥂🤩🍇🍇💖🌹🦅💥🦅👍🏻💪🏻🍁💝💗💗🍑⛈

[@rogerlin9602]

12:00 Stillness is the return journey to Source, and still be active in the world. Then what you do is empowered by the Source. Power of Source is no longer distorted by the ego. Power of Source uses you. You are Source. Thanks Eckhart. 21 April 2024.🍑💥🍑💐🦩💖🍇🍄🍁😇🦩🤲

[@cmargo10]

If Eckhart hadn’t become a spiritual guru, I think he would have been an amazing comedian. His standup routine would be observational comedy and I’d be there for it. He makes me laugh so hard in between these moments of profound knowledge

[@TheLUCIANA63]

Amazing, this talk couldn't come at a beter time.... gratitude 🙏🏽

[@dmrd222]

I lapsed badly into unconsciousness today - I got angry at how a friend treated me or, I should say, how I perceived he treated me. I recognized this lapse about a minute after it happened.

[@henwilki6693]

I love how animated Ekhart was throughout this teaching 🥰 awesome ☀️

[@mreudeco]

My Buddhist neighbor was facing demonic activity and I invited him to a prayer meeting and he was totally healed. Now he and his entire family attend the meeting every week. Jesus’ power is incomparable. No one else can save our soul. 🙏🙏🙏

[@mspattycakes1954]

Whatever makes you still, whatever makes you present, at one with all, then it doesn’t matter if you ascribe it to Buddha, Jesus, God….you are present and not being an ego identity. If you believe people are being tortured by demons, then you are simply describing the egoic mind. 😊

[@fortissimoX]

I like all Eckhart's videos, but today this one meant so much to me, and has reminded me of some important things. Thank you, and best wishes to all!

[@rogerlin9602]

16:20 Let go sense of doing. Be still. Blessings. What you do is secondary. How you do is primary (consciousness that flows to how you do). Thanks Eckhart. 21 April 2024. 😎🍀🐠☘️💪🏻💪🏻💥🌾🤣

[@raquelgramaco5628]

😃This man is such a genius, I just love the way he teaches! Pure consciousness with a lovely sense of humor ❤

[@agam5186]

Thank you so much 🙏 Wisdom of presence Plus great sens Of humo, which helps be detached 😊

[@anandakumarsanthinathan4740]

Beautiful. Thank you, Eckhart. I would like to make a gadget that alerts people whenever their ego surfaces. And I want my name to be printed on the gadget. :-)

[@lindaschneider4904]

😂

[@seanmiller598]

Beautifully simple steps to a harmonious life ❤

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

What you do is secondary. How you do it, is primary. Yes!

[@No-thing-ness]

Thank you Master

[@zorkabaljak3919]

When you need money, it is a powerful feeling within you, and so of course through the law of attraction you will continue to attract needing money.

[@strollingthroughparadise353]

This is so true!!!! I have many examples of this and how much easier life has become as I gradually let go of more and more ego until now life is now full of consciousness and better than I ever could have imagined years ago.

[@HeatleyBros]

I’ve seen a lot of spiritual videos… (irony recognized 😜) but this is one of them ones. ❤✌️

[@ismellya]

This was perfect for me to hear at this particular moment! Thank you for your wisdom and your wit! 🙏💕

[@dominiquebonnet2839]

Tres juste merci pour cette vidéo !!! On se reconnaît tellement...

[@buddhaneosiddhananda8499]

Truth is supposed to make sense... if it doesn't make sense it's not true... "The truth shall set you free..!!"😇😇

[@dazzlingeyes2013]

Thank u so much. Your wisdom is appreciated. I absolutely relate. Whenever i meet certain people and they behave a certain way (in general and with me) there is such a strong disturbance in me. It has caused anger, questioning, lack of sleep, you name it. And whenever i try to be still, life does becomes easier. I can react better. I always look up to people who are calm under pressure or when life is hard. Kudos to them and i strive for the same equanimity within. ❤ God bless u sir.

[@yaminimanikandan9728]

This is what exactly I wanted to hear. My internal sufferings are huge and it’s all due to ego

[@anamuraro]

I love you! And I'm so glad it got easier to exchange with money energy here on youtube from abroad ❤

[@rocioguevaraobando9075]

Maestro Eckhart: Infinito Agradecimiento. 😊🙏💚

[@janetpark3020]

A return Journey… I really like that. Thank you. ❤

[@pilargarcia6724]

Escucharía toda la vida!!! Es maravilloso 👏👏muchísimas gracias!!!🩵🤍💙💜❤️🙏😃

[@shiney4075]

I was upset in the morning.... and I needed to hear this ❤

[@evelinam.5835]

Oh Lord what a powerful lecture. Cant wait to let the source create through me 😮❤❤❤🎉

[@Grandmo2010]

Wonderful sensation to be stillness and presence ❤

[@deepthir503]

Thank you so much for sharing Presence 🙏. Thank you so much for posting this 💗 😊 ❤️ 💕 💖 💜 . This is very powerful 🙏.

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

I love all your videos Eckheart all uplifting and learning lots. Got your books.

[@h2_kumar]

Thank you, Eckhart. Peace and love. ☮💌🙏

[@adikeys]

Gratitude ❤🙏

[@CadeCYC]

Golden wisdom

[@anamuraro]

16:40 in alchemy this is called multiplication and is illustrated by Jesus multiplying food. The field does the work once you're reconnected to your true Self. Also, words are sounds and have a certain frequency vibration. So if they come from a body full of love, it doesn't really matter what it says. It vibrates love.

[@carmenr.r.8112]

Gracias siempre 🙏🏼 💜 🙇🏼‍♀️ 🌈

[@tingelingg1201]

Without the sound of the waterfall at the end of the video while listening only to the audio, I always thought Eckhart was taking a long pause, and I tried my best to stay in the present moment until my ego comes in and ruined everything by asking “what is he waiting for?”😅

[@annaparticolare6455]

I see exactly what you mean. Same here. Let's try not to be too harsh with ourselves

[@-MADITA-]

There are constantly people in my environment who are upset with me and my behaviour - no matter what I do and each time different people, not always the same. It's tiring because I try to stay in my presence and not get rattled. But often enough it makes me sad because it's really exhausting to endure constant discontent or criticism.

[@shanpengishere]

Thanks!

[@EckhartTolle]

Thank you for your support.

[@SaiSai-n6y]

Thankyou Eckhart sir i was waiting for these tips from months to understand how to shift now i know Thanks 🙏🏻

[@mirian593]

Thank you for reminding me how to be stillness ❤

[@EckhartTolle]

Thank you for watching.

[@arjuna3234]

thank you so much for this pragmatic explanation of india's vedish book of Bhagavad Gita. All its principles explained so well, simple and comprehensive

[@lynnmcquillan2338]

Perfect & beautiful Eckhardt 🙇‍♀️🙏🙇‍♀️

[@Eyes_Unclouded]

Thank you for lowering the volume for the ending clip🙏✨❤I really appreciate it