Is my vision clouded by personal attachments, biases, and prejudices? Could my upbringing, experiences of bullying, or political views be influencing my perspective? The human mind is like an onion, with layers of conditioning gradually covering it up. To uncover the truth, we must be aware of the ways in which our personal attachments and prejudices can obscure it. Just like a third object can block a mirror’s reflection, our biases can prevent us from seeing clearly. Engaging in de-conditioning activities can help us peel back these layers and gain a clearer view. The truth is like an image waiting to be reflected onto our minds, but we must be willing to look beyond our preconceptions. Gautam Buddha was approached by a milkman who asked for wisdom or enlightenment. In response, Gautam Buddha asked the milkman whether he would prefer to have milk poured into an unclean container. The milkman replied that he would not, and explained that the container must be cleaned first. Gautam Buddha then used this analogy to explain that the same principle applies to the attainment of true understanding or enlightenment. He suggested that one’s heart and mind must be cleansed of any moral pollution before they can receive the truth. For spiritual development, one can refer to both Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) and the verses from Chapter 49 of the Quran, Al-Hujurat.

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