Every evil deed, every example of heartlessness in the world, stems directly from this false sense of "me" as distinct from everything else.
The quote from Henepola Gunaratana’s "Mindfulness in Plain English" emphasizes the connection between a false sense of individuality and negative actions in the world. The idea suggests that when people perceive themselves as separate from others and their surroundings, it leads to a mindset that fosters selfishness and cruelty. This separation contributes to a range of harmful behaviors and attitudes that ultimately affect society at large.
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