When Does the Sense of Self Develop in Childhood?

A man with a four-year-old grandson asks about when the sense of self develops, and what he can do for his grandson. Rupert responds that the child knows 'I am' which is consciousness's knowledge of itself, so he is always consciousness but that becomes qualified by experience. The parent, or grandparent, can hold the knowledge of the child's true nature and hold this in their heart without needing to talk about non-duality. That knowing and holding will be enough.

From event 14 - 18 January, 2022 Five Day Retreat at Froyle Park – 14th to 18th January

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