Most mystics are hermits, or at least semi-hermits. A hermit is an individual who intentionally withdraws from ordinary social life in order to cultivate silence, solitude, and simplicity, with the aim of deepening their spiritual life.
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They say it takes more wisdom to receive advice than to give it. This is because we usually do not want advice; what we really want is someone to agree with what we have already decided.
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I think one of the most misunderstood words is “spiritual” and “spirituality.” Ask someone to define the words, and they will be at a loss. We have a vague, foggy notion, but no clear concept.
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Enchantment is the spell of pleasure. Sense experience captivates, drawing us into a cycle of pursuit and temporary satisfaction. Pleasure feels compelling, almost hypnotic, but it never lasts.
The hedonist treats pleasure as the highest good, yet every high fades … Read the rest
One of the biggest mistakes beginners make when they encounter a mystical experience with ultimate reality is thinking that they’re enlightened. This is so common as to be comical. One taste of transcendence and people lose perspective.
Awakening is the … Read the rest
We spend our childhood in dependence. We rely on our mother and father for room, board, and food. We depend on them for love, comfort, and consolation—for countless things. As children, this is appropriate.
The problem is that many people … Read the rest
