A New Earth
disappear, as of course they will. Their very identity that was based on them
is then threatened with collapse. In either case, ugly or beautiful, people
derive a significant part of their identity, be it negative or positive, from their
body. To be more precise, they derive their identity from the I-thought that
they erroneously attach to the mental image or concept of their body, which
after all is no more than a physical form that shares the destiny of all forms-
impermanence and ultimately decay.
Equating the physical sense-perceived body that is destined to grow
old, wither, and die with “I” always leads to suffering sooner or later. To
refrain from identifying with the body doesn't mean that you neglect,
despise, or no longer care for it. If it is strong, beautiful, or vigorous, you can
enjoy and appreciate those attributes – while they last. You can also improve
the body's condition through right nutrition and exercise. If you don't' equate
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