Neurodope Magazine

Life holds too much. Emotional baggage, habits, attachments—they pile up and weigh the brain down. The book: Elimination: The Buddhist Methodology for Letting Go and Moving On  by Chip Von Gunten (editor of Neurodope Magazine – yours truly) shows that freedom isn’t accumulation. It’s the deliberate act of letting go, of creating space, and moving consciously through life.

‘Elimination-The Buddhist Methodology for Letting Go and Moving On’ by Chip Von Gunten

Elimination: Clearing the Mind

Life clutters itself. Emotions, beliefs, routines, attachments—these layers slow the mind. Elimination teaches readers to notice what doesn’t serve them and actively release it. Decluttering isn’t just physical; it’s psychological. By letting go, the brain can think clearer, see opportunities, and breathe in space for growth.

Decluttering your life isn’t spring cleaning. It’s a full-brain liberation, making space for growth and clarity. #Buddhism #MindfulLiving share this

Meditation and mindfulness enhance resilience, clarity, and the ability to let go.

Embracing the Flow

Resistance is mental friction. The book highlights acceptance as a tool to navigate life’s unpredictability. Mindfulness isn’t passive—it’s seeing reality clearly, choosing wisely, and surrendering to the rhythm of events. Reduced attachment to outcomes allows moments of self-transcendence and a sense of connection to something larger than the self.

Acceptance isn’t resignation. It’s seeing clearly, moving lightly, and finding peace in the flow of life. #Buddhism #Mindfulness #Elimination share this

The Buddhist hand is holding a vajra.
The vajra is a ritual object in Buddhism that symbolizes the properties of a diamond and a thunderbolt. It represents indestructible strength and the power to cut through ignorance.

Attachment and the Illusion of Control

Clinging keeps the mind tight. The book teaches detachment with love—freedom emerges without abandoning relationships. Similarly, control is an illusion; life unfolds unpredictably. Embracing uncertainty allows the brain to adapt, pivot, and notice hidden opportunities, fostering clarity and inner freedom.

Detachment isn’t loss. It’s freedom. Embrace uncertainty, let go of control, and see the space open. #Buddhism #LetGo #Elimination share this

A Zen rock garden reflects the principles of mindful release and focus.

Action and Zen Rock Gardening

Letting go alone isn’t enough; action matters. The book combines release with intentional steps: goal-setting, movement, momentum. Zen rock gardening mirrors this practice—deliberate placement, raked patterns, and focus echo mental decluttering. Life thrives when attention is deliberate and clutter is cleared.

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Letting go isn’t waiting. It’s moving smarter, lighter, and faster toward what matters. #Buddhism #IntentionalAction #Elimination share this