Beyond the Mind’s Clutter: Finding Presence | Eckhart Tolle

Join Eckhart Tolle as he explores the transformative power of presence and stillness amidst life’s constant mental clutter. Learn how to connect with the spaciousness within, encounter moments of thoughtless awareness, and face life’s challenges with a new perspective. This enlightening talk will guide you to a deeper understanding of being, beyond the noise of past and technology.
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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.

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Love Eckhart Tolle. He is a Wonderful gift to the human race.❤

[@angelidali]

Being “ forced to be present” is one of the greatest gifts (often disguised) that you can receive in this lifetime.✨💝✨

[@ianIccyStewart]

agree!

[@michaelbreeding1109]

So true! ❤

[@lauraionescu3439]

Minunat🎉

[@VDP207]

Eckhardt's sense of humor gets me everytime!

[@sandylunden5782]

I love it when Eckhart says… One damn thing after another! He’s so cool!

[@DiyaGoddess]

The most humourous spiritual teacher ever😂😂...my forever inspiration, ahh just love this guy😍❤️

[@brizhnev]

Spiritual masters are Always Humours .. it's the Religious Nutcases who are Serious all the time 😂😂😂

[@Steve197201]

Eckhart is the king of spiritual comedy! 😂

[@hamie63_m]

That bit about not taking the time to look up at the sky because the text comes in "and what does it say: What's up?" 😂😂😂

[@yaseminisk247]

Hahaha so truee

[@amherst88]

If you've ever heard his Findhorn lectures from years ago he is *so* *funny* ❤

[@brizhnev]

Actually All the Spiritual enlightened beings are great Comedians because they are free from all the Karma they carry .. that's why the Great Yogi Ashtavakra said this Life is a Universal Joke 😂😂😂

[@stephenflood3463]

This hectic world we live in today is evermore designed to frustrate our minds, and when our mind is continuously frustrated it makes us all unhappy and anxious, and the more we live in our minds the more we're distracted from our truest essence of being, which is knowing the kingdom of God within us. Thanks Eckhart.🙏

[@CJRelationshipConsulting]

Well said Stephen!

[@stephenflood3463]

@@CJRelationshipConsulting Thank you my friend!

[@ianIccyStewart]

its funny that an easy shift into not thinking eliminates most of the problems. We just don't have to think about anything that pops into our heads. Who knew?!

[@stephenflood3463]

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​@@ianIccyStewart Exactly. We don't have to get carried away all the time with the stream of thoughts passing through our human mind because the omnipresent flow of consciousness is constantly permeating throughout the entire universe regardless of what we think. So we ought to be able to have control over our mind rather than our mind have control over us. Awakened people are highly aware of this and they are able to harness the constant flow of consciousness to bring forth more light unto themselves and in to the world.✨

[@Nelisalara]

❤

[@ianIccyStewart]

absolutely one of the best videos. Made all the sense in the world for me at this time. Its funny how we search and search for valuable stuff and right here, with a little effort in meditation, the true answer lies! I feel more and more spaciousness each day right now and love it.

[@marjadobbelaar-lj2qm]

The kingdom of heaven…. Its IN me alteady. I forget it so often. Easter is there to remember me that there is always the option of a new beginning. Again and again. It makes me happy and gratefull to find support by Eckhart, to go on discovering and awakening. I wish everyone a happy and hopefull easter😊🐣….

[@kis4778]

Your comment resonated with me deeply, reading it I get glimpses of the heavenly self that I forget. No matter the condition, you always are, everything is within you, it’s all here now it’s just a matter of looking

[@midnightblue2893]

Thanks Eckhart I appreciate you! Have a wonderful week folks! 💜🌷💜

[@stephenflood3463]

You too Nicole!💜🙏💜

[@midnightblue2893]

@@stephenflood3463 💜💙💜

[@CJRelationshipConsulting]

👍

[@HarmonyPIll]

Silence stills our mind. Still mind can reflect everything as it is😊

[@sonyamartin1996]

While I listened to this wonderful man talking to people and giving so much loving insight with a bundle of soft twinkling humor, I ate my fresh cooked meal , petting my dog, gave him some of his most appreciated treats, and just smiled and felt blessed and grateful being alive. Happy Easter to everyone ! ❤🐰🌳🌞

[@michaelbreeding1109]

"The challenges of life can no longer make me unhappy.". Boy, i needed to hear that again this morning!

[@stephenflood3463]

That's the spirit Micheal! You got this my friend!🫂

[@superdeeper3294]

Stop thinking and be here now... That's all I need to remember ! Thank you :)

[@rosstodorovic4438]

This mans book 'The Power of NOW' had a profound effect on me about mid way through it. Like i found a peace and appreciation of everything around me that was beyond the ability of description. It should be a mandatory requirement to read the book as a part of every cell/smart phone sale.

[@lilyanazeitunyan6994]

Thanks a lot for such a deep insight, that you are transferring! Once I read a book of Artur Grandi on amazon and felt that everything we have is now and this genius author created his formula of valuing our every minute for our global happiness!

[@genezechin9809]

Spam!!!

[@sarahfairchild399]

I've been telling people for ever that my living space is a direct reflection of my internal state. Mainly its cluttered, chaotic and disordered. Thanks for this.

[@CJRelationshipConsulting]

I understand Sarah!

[@kkelly4806]

I've been telling people that my living space is not chaos but ideas flying around. I didn't have a problem with ideas flying around as long as they were beautiful and creative. But they no longer are.

[@hemispheres500]

Bingo sister, as they say. I have only what I need in my home. I got rid of all my accumulated clutter and uncluttered my mind at the same time. Thank you for sharing your insight. ❤️🙏RW

[@pinkifloyd7867]

Unlike my cat, who appears to have opinions 🤣😅😂

[@Siggylove]

I love Eckhart Tolle with whole My heart.

[@willieluncheonette5843]

" Learn silence. And at least with your friends, with your lovers, with your family, with your fellow travellors here, sit in silence sometimes. Don´t go on gossiping, don´t go on talking. Stop talking, and not only on the outside - stop the inner talk. Be in an interval. Just sit, doing nothing, just being presences to each other. And soon you will start finding a new way to communicate. And that is the right way. Start communicating through silence sometimes. Holding the hand of your friend, sit silently. Just looking at the moon, feel the moon, and both feel it silently. And see, a communion happens - not only communication, but a communion. Your hearts start beating in the same rhythm. You start feeling the same space. You start feeling the same joy. You start overlapping each other´s being. That is communion. You have said without saying anything, and there will be no misunderstanding."

[@stephenflood3463]

I agree with you, and if only human beings could do that more often, but unfortunately they are way too busy identifying with their minds or being preoccupiededly stimulated by social media nonsense and video games to even recognize our silent communion with the divine presence in all things.

[@claudiailling]

Thank you, dear Eckhart, I really needed to listen to you, though I have heard your message before many times. What happens is my shoulders relax and a smile appears and my breathing becomes deep and refreshing.

[@theanonymoushelpline7248]

Amen

[@michaelbreeding1109]

Same same...what he says is always profoundly deep and yet so simple at the same time! Having had some spiritual awakening, I really want more and more. Listening to Eckhart regularly is truly helping me to be honest with myself and to be truly present more regularly ❣️

[@marianfrances4959]

Not for me!

[@rtistic_Cosmic_translat3r]

1:13 free spirit. That’s ur center . In earth life we must have this awareness at all times ❤❤❤ words are keys

[@janicescott-pair97]

I agree. We often try to declutter our lives, to the point of exhaustion. I try to leave work at work, and sometimes it doesn't work.

[@JR-ef1er]

“the dog doesn’t have an opinion about you” be the dog!!! 😊❤

[@melvinbenavides8974]

Good one haha

[@shivtv6639]

The partner would be so happy 😊❤

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@@shivtv6639Whaf

[@berthlubny5634]

Right on!! We should strive to be like a dog in the respects of living with loving everyone unconditionally!!! With no judgement!!!

[@shivtv6639]

@ernychavaitulukina4325 I have no words the joy is overflowing

[@matasakka]

The best mind and big heart of this century I am deeply grateful to live at the same period as Ms. Tolle ❤❤❤

[@SeattleGirlMakesGood]

Nudging myself forward after Mother's death I experience Tolle's talks. Here, for the first time in a long time the odd sensation of laughter came from within. He's well worth studying and listening no matter what you are going through. 😊

[@littlewarcovers]

This is so true. One doesn't necessarily need to subscribe to spiritual beliefs to appreciate the power of presence, , test the practice and find for yourself.... Since my awakening, I've come to realize that moments of true happiness weren't solely about external factors like relationships or activities; they were about tapping into the spaciousness of presence within. Now, I can still cherish those experiences, but I no longer depend on them for my inner peace. It's a liberating realization, and I hope more people discover this innate source of contentment within themselves.

[@zovalentine7305]

Silent is anagram for listen 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@paula-pw7yd]

Wow! I did not know that 👍

[@user-wi3fw1qb5v]

And begin is an anagram for being.

[@josiahamaze]

I sit and look around all the time and that's one thing I'm proud of.

[@chopin4321]

Yes.. first meditations take place unconsciously early in life.. with a loving pet.. or looking at the stars.. nature reigns.. oceans.. the sun.. the wind.. a flower.. i just love the way he is.. he breaths.. he looks.. nice yelow colors like the sun.. such a loving soul.. thanks god for him.. humble invisible angel

[@rocioguevaraobando9075]

Gratitud Infinita. 😊🙏🌸

[@drm54321]

There really is perfection in these words. Thank you Eckhart. So much love for you.

[@michellepiercy5456]

Thank you, Eckhart. Gratitude for your teachings!!! ❤😊

[@Machado9]

I love your sense of humor💙

[@shivtv6639]

@7:46 "Encounter with the lovely dog on the street❤ " is rare

[@maelmitchell7207]

And the spoken word is creative. Namaste.🙏😊💖👍🌈

[@gabriellarujsz5741]

I am so grateful for your being Eckhart❣️🙏 Thank you 🙏 ❤❣️💕💖❤️🙏

[@everlast4719]

Thankyou Eckhart ❤🧡💛💚💙💜💟

[@Summerkirsom]

It's very challenging time right now since someone in our household had a severe stroke. It has taken me off my center so I pray for this presence to get out of my mind. Thanks for the reminder. My dogs definitely help!

[@postscript5549]

Thank you. 🌺

[@g_v678]

Easiest way to realize our true nature 🙏

[@wellbeingmill]

Shining love and light 🙏🫶

[@markdean4255]

Love this man

[@erickay7694]

This really speaks to us!

[@tylerdacrisis4132]

This was very nice and humorous😂❤ just what i needed!

[@SillyMoo-uf2ny]

I used to have pet gerbils and I always found being around them so therapeautic and meditative, just tuning in to something else and their energy, love your videos Eckhart ☺ 💜💜 xx

[@ezekiel1232]

I get this easy as im a child by creation and all I need to do is sing and praise life which is my light by knowledge through my father and God

[@pawprintsjersey5787]

Animals are very spiritual unconditional love ❤. They are companions friends healers Angels ❤❤

[@srl1187]

Such a beautiful clip

[@billarchie5040]

I love ET! I have learned so much but still have a long way to go but at least I’m working on it.

[@user-dt5he8wx1h]

Love and Appreciation ❤

[@mariamarimari1971]

I sometimes practice stillness when I finished praising almighty God. I stop doing it. I will start stillness everyday. We do needed with all this crazy world. Thank you, Mr. Eckhart.

[@mansuralimirani4186]

Thank you thank you thank you so much sir

[@silentteacherofoneness]

Thank you for the beautiful guidance

[@Jad3dJane]

Thank you

[@lynnrixson3013]

Best one by Eckhart I’ve seen for awhile 😁😁. So well put across 😁. Thank you

[@ron3537]

Yes, the thought stream is proof the ego is alive and kicking.

[@veraintuizione6497]

🙏... Spaciousness...✨❤️ So grateful 💓🙏✨✨✨✨🌺

[@lassilampinen4165]

Just saw a podcast with Sam Harris from the waking up app. They talked a little about Eckhart and inviting him to talk with Sam in the app. Would love to see that

[@curious_Mind87]

Its an expensive app.

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@@curious_Mind87 There is a free scholarship option you can apply for. It is always granted as far as i know

[@sukhikang2175]

Great person u are Echart.🙏

[@dtrudeau]

Best Eckhart video! ❤

[@sahir7462]

This video is amazing

[@bettymahoney8371]

😊 thank you so much

[@vakaliarelis]

R we love you man!!! ❤ not only does your voice and messages give us all that inner silence and freedom, but you make me laugh Man!! 🙌🙌💯🙏🏼❤️ love to all

[@Lisa.Regan8]

Thank you ❤ Now, I'm a prism of Lite

[@nilisoleimani6626]

As perfect as always with your wonderful sense of humor😊 Thank you so much for this wisdom🙏🏻🌹

[@CJRelationshipConsulting]

👍

[@pierrefiliatrault6167]

Thank you so much Eckhart

[@nancynorland260]

Thank you Cleo RA, it's an honor to be one with you and being in your presence, thank you. Yes, I say yes to life, and I am so grateful for all of my blessings, thank you universe, angels, source and higher self. How can it get better than this. I accept and allow all good fortune to come my way today in each and every moment 🎉❤♾️🙏🔮💫🔥💦🤜🧞🧚🧜 So much love and so it is done ✅ pure light and love coming your way in all ways today and May you be blessed with all that you are. ❤

[@ngelonearth]

❤❤❤it's enjoying the waves and the currants of life...thanks

[@margheritaacampora5575]

Just loved the speech. Thanks a lot for this teaching 🙏

[@pinkifloyd7867]

Thanks Eckhart

[@agokoovit5250]

Thank You!🕊

[@carmenr.r.8112]

Gracias amado 🙏 💜 🙇🏼‍♀️ 🌈

[@VansHalham]

I try to catch when I am manipulating time . And if I focus on my breath and posture, I try to acknowledge that nothing is happening right here and now. If I can give myself a break a few times a day, by getting to stillness. Dang, Eckhart inspires

[@peruaventuraau]

Awesome insight to stillness, thank you 🙏

[@tumochalla9055]

Watching from Lesotho. Thank you Eckhart.

[@bObsy.]

What a wonderfull message Thank You!

[@antonellamicheli1082]

Love you Eckhart you really make me laugh!!!!

[@anapereira6821]

Realy love this guy❤

[@doubleforsyth9419]

Understanding is everything

[@barbaraostaszewska8388]

Than you, very much.

[@wandersonkalildasilva4776]

Hi Echart Tolle I'm here from São Paulo/ Brasil 9:30

[@allislove369]

Very good. Thank you for sharing

[@kathybudd7040]

Thank-you

[@pierre931]

thankyou eckhart

[@hayderhasan2268]

Great as usual, thank you very much

[@shivtv6639]

The ending of this video is awesome 😂😂❤

[@rachelhovells]

❤Thank you🙏

[@CJRelationshipConsulting]

👍

[@pineapplesky1]

😂 too true. everywhere i look, literally everyones on their phones. especially in waiting rooms and lines. sometimes feels like im alone in wanting to enjoy the scenery of this sim ;)

[@haidehghaderi367]

Thank you🙏🙏

[@wildsoulalice252]

Yoga frees me from the past and future and helps me stay present ❤

[@Growing513]

Yes but it’s a bandaid. Temperary but meditation is not. But harder to do in the beginning.

[@fardinbi7955]

thank you so much

[@darbiemayberry2902]

Ahhhhh I am 💜

[@annacatlin]

Brilliant. thank you Eckhart 🫶❤️🌸

[@alexanderkarpov2035]

The best ❤

[@amin_abdollahi_369]

Thankyou❤❤

[@CJRelationshipConsulting]

👍

[@karalough4402]

So good!

[@elisabethseeger5837]

Yes I have and do experience the dimension of spaciousness- WONDERFUL!!!!-

[@mukeshdesai2862]

9:00. Inner spaciousness ❤ 14:00. 😆 15:55. 🔑 17:00. Kingdom of Heaven RXXXXX 18:30 👌 19:50 👏

[@pinkifloyd7867]

🤣

[@hemispheres500]

Silence in the mind comes from the simple state of knowing. Chapter two of The Book 1 (for all of humanity) talks about the peace of God that passes all understanding it is not faith or belief in God which brings the peace it is in knowing God that passes the need for understanding. Knowing God is real and that he is in charge always and that you are one of his children is a far better state to be in than believing that you are the monkey suit that you didn't inhabit until God put you in there (your earliest memory is the point you arrived) Waking up is all that is required now. Love and wisdom to you all and your families. RW ❤️🙏

[@TheGuyWithFunny]

It has been extremely stressful for me having the innate ability to sense thoughts and other things around me since being a child, resulting in extreme anxiety and lethargic depression, although now as I am an adult I am finding myself more able to adapt. However I have also been engaging with the non- present observers, which is usually advised against by anyone that knows their way or mystery teachings or any of that gnosticism business in depth, yet I know my way also. As far as we can tell progress is going well. They had to say to me to meditate and be am still and don't do that stuff we don't want you doing - though that's one of the ways to move past and decrease the clutter - when my mind is commonly very silent unless I choose to do some of that thinking.