It is the same "me" that often thinks it will be happy if it gets a better job, looks prettier, loses weight, or gets a new car.
There's nothing wrong with self-improvement if you're not interested in the truth of who you are. Most people think they are separate and distinct entities with names like "John" or "Betty." They have a personal story that defines who they think they are. If someone is interested in the truth, that story must be tossed out the window in favor of direct experience and freedom from ideation.
For people who discover the truth, it is obvious that nothing is needed and nothing is lacking. Who you are is already perfection itself. The spiritual path is about discovering the REAL YOU. First, find THAT, and then see if there is anyone who needs improvement.
There's nothing wrong with self-improvement if you're not interested in the truth of who you are. Most people think they are separate and distinct entities with names like "John" or "Betty." They have a personal story that defines who they think they are. If someone is interested in the truth, that story must be tossed out the window in favor of direct experience and freedom from ideation.
For people who discover the truth, it is obvious that nothing is needed and nothing is lacking. Who you are is already perfection itself. The spiritual path is about discovering the REAL YOU. First, find THAT, and then see if there is anyone who needs improvement.
