In "Light from Darkness" Samael states that "Thinking is an abnormal accident whose original cause is found in the "I." If so, when I am reading and studying gnosis and thinking about gnostic information, is this always through the lens of my ego?
Can I assume most, if not all, emotion is also from the "I"? When I look at my dogs and my heart feels warm and full of love, is that also through my ego, or is there some purity in that?
In self-observation, many of the thoughts that enter my head seem benign ("I should vacuum the floor."). Many of the emotions that I feel seem to be benign or maybe even somehow beneficial ("That orchid is so beautiful. I am so appreciative mom gave me this lovely plant, and I am in such awe at the beauty of nature!") I am confused as to whether ALL of what goes through my mind is tainted, and how to discern what is or is not. Could someone please share some insight?
Can I assume most, if not all, emotion is also from the "I"? When I look at my dogs and my heart feels warm and full of love, is that also through my ego, or is there some purity in that?
In self-observation, many of the thoughts that enter my head seem benign ("I should vacuum the floor."). Many of the emotions that I feel seem to be benign or maybe even somehow beneficial ("That orchid is so beautiful. I am so appreciative mom gave me this lovely plant, and I am in such awe at the beauty of nature!") I am confused as to whether ALL of what goes through my mind is tainted, and how to discern what is or is not. Could someone please share some insight?