# E189: The Spiritual Art of Handling Life

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Podcast: [Michael Singer Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/michael-singer-podcast-4033298)
Published: 2026-06-11T06:01:35+00:00
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## Resource

Spiritual growth is not about escaping life or reaching for God outside oneself, but about letting go of the ego self that constantly tries to resist and manipulate reality. Human suffering comes from the inability to handle inner discomfort, which leads people to try to control the outside world, suppress emotions, and fight to defend their self-concept. As one practices acceptance, surrender, and non-resistance, consciousness naturally rises beyond the personal self into peace, clarity, and union with higher awareness. © Sounds True Inc. Episodes: © 2026 Michael A. Singer. All Rights Reserved.

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