Zen, Yoga, Gurdjieff: Lee's Gurdjieff Newsletter

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The Intentional Idiot

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Lee van Laer
Aug 17, 2022
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One of the more confusing roles I find myself thrust into as I age is that of mentor and confidante.

Younger people expect me to know what to do; and how to do it. I recognize the affliction; when I was younger it’s exactly what I expected of older persons, parents, mentors, and surrogate parents alike.

The situation puts demands on us; people want help, …

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