In my definition of consciousness, consciousness is the same thing as life. What wisdom traditions also call spirit.
Deepak ChopraHappiness for a reason is just another form of misery because the reason can be taken away from us at any time.
Deepak ChopraOur minds influence the key activity of the brain, which then influences everything; perception, cognition, thoughts and feelings, personal relationships; theyโre all a projection of you.
Deepak ChopraTo live without love, compassion, or any other spiritual value creates a state of such severe imbalance that every cell yearns to correct it. Ultimately, that is what lies behind the onset of disease; the body is sending a message that something lacking in the presentโan imbalance existing somewhereโhas given rise to highly visible, unarguable, physical symptoms.
Deepak Chopra