Enlightenment is not about attaining a ultimate level of intelligence or intellect. It is regained by shedding all the ideas, illusion and binds thrust on you and that you then so readily accrue.
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  • Freedom — The value of liberty, independence, and self-determination
  • Peace — The pursuit of harmony, reconciliation, and inner calm
  • Wisdom — Timeless insights drawn from experience and reflection

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