Sorry, Lawson, I can't discern where this question comes from, but I'll gamely try to respond.
I've stated often I don't believe it's possible to know for certain a person's inner states, such as motivations, from their writings or public actions. I *think,* but don't know, the Maharishi was a complex man, whose motivations can't be summarized in one or two simple sentences. I *think,* but do not know, that he believed he was making the world a better place by exporting Hinduism. I also think -- and I think Judy said something similar recently -- he saw it as no contradiction to make money, garner power, and have a little fun along the way. I also think he believed the ends justified the means. I *believe* he gave a lot of enjoyment to a lot of people. AND that he damaged a significant minority of his followers along the way. I'm sure there's more to write, but that gives you some idea of the thoughts I have. Not *conclusions.* Working hypotheses. J. --- In [email protected], "sparaig" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > --- In [email protected], "John M. Knapp, LMSW" <jmknapp53@> > wrote: > > > > --- In [email protected], "feste37" <feste37@> wrote: > > > > > > I'm not on a spiritual path, which is a meaningless phrase. You're > > > pretending to be all nicey-nice but I don't believe a word of it. > > > > > > > In cognitive therapy attributing thoughts, feelings, and motives to others > > is called "mind > > reading." It's considered a "cognitive distortion." It's thought to lead to > > pain and > > dysfunction for a lot of people. > > > > So, do you believe that you have been able to evaluate MMY's motives over > teh years? > > L >
