One of the most challenging aspects of living in this reality is facing the onslaught of intense energies that affect us on an emotional level. We have inherent defense mechanisms that, left unchecked, will numb and subdue our spiritual presence — and blur our perspective — and we can lose much in the process.
Tag: psychology
It’s not supposed to be easy to live a full life — a flowing, worry-free experience — right? Our society values struggle and effort, so it’s the only way to achieve and succeed, right?
I was thinking the other day, while hiking around the smoky woods, how it’s a shame there are so many more fires these days, seemingly. Talking to my dad this morning, he reflected some of the same notions.
I am less a fan of the word “illusion” every time I read it, especially in the context of spiritual teaching and philosophy.
We are so afraid. You can see the evidence everywhere: how we treat ourselves; how we consciously and unconsciously control and manipulate each other; how we raise our kids; how we treat employees; how we need lawyers; how we troll on social media, and how the vast majority of snap judgment is biased toward the negative and fearful.