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Embracing the Great Vehicle at the End of Winter
We live in a world where our perception is often illusory, like a dream, where reality and illusion intermingle. The concept of Alaya consciousness and its role as the repository of seeds of ignorance reveals a profound aspect of understanding this world through the lens of Nirvana. Misperception and misunderstanding of things, along with distorted perceptions in love and relationships, highlight the necessity of deep contemplation on the true nature of happiness, illusion, and reality. Liberation comes from eliminating afflictive attachments and continuous learning, while emphasizing the importance of maintaining spiritual nourishment. Through the awareness of interdependent origination and the true nature of all phenomena, we can reduce fear and anxiety, discovering the path to enlightenment and freedom through accurate recognition and understanding of the world.