Quote by William James

The world we see that seems so insane is the result of a belief system that is not working. To perceive the world differently, we must be willing to change our belief system, let the past slip away, expand our sense of now, and dissolve the fear in our minds.

The world we see that seems so insane is the result of a bel

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This quote suggests that the chaotic and nonsensical state of the world is a direct consequence of a belief system that is failing. In order to view the world in a new light, we must be open to altering our belief system, releasing attachments to the past, expanding our present awareness, and eliminating fear from our thoughts. By undergoing these changes, we can potentially gain a deeper understanding of the world and experience a more harmonious reality.

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