Is your mind constantly racing, making it difficult to stay present? Eckhart addresses one of the most common struggles in spiritual practice—overthinking. A questioner shares their challenge of applying Eckhart’s teachings, only to find their mind becoming more active with thoughts about how to be present. He explains that excessive thinking is an overlooked addiction, forming a pseudo sense of self. However, true presence isn’t about suppressing thoughts—it’s about allowing awareness to remain in the background, even as thoughts arise.
