Spiritual bullshit: dependency and useless beliefs
Updated: Nov 9
The Illusion of External Mysticism: The True Path to Spiritual Growth
In today’s world, many seek spiritual fulfillment through mystical experiences, substances like ayahuasca or peyote, spiritual books, religions, or gurus. While these paths may provide temporary insights or experiences, they can easily become traps that prevent us from understanding the true nature of spiritual growth.
These external methods of seeking spirituality often keep us stuck in a loop of dependency, intellectual exploration, and fleeting mystical highs. They offer glimpses into another dimension but are frequently unable to provide the lasting transformation that we crave. The danger lies in confusing these experiences for the goal itself, rather than seeing them as mere stepping stones on the journey of self-realization.
The True Essence of Spirituality: Moving Beyond the Body-Mind
The reality of spiritual development is not about chasing experiences or intellectual knowledge. It's about discovering an inner dimension that is beyond the body and mind — a dimension that is always present but often overlooked because we are caught up in the constant fluctuations of thought, emotion, and sensory input. True spiritual awakening doesn’t require external substances or teachings but requires a deep inner awareness of our own mental, emotional, and energetic processes.
The path to self-realization is not about accumulating knowledge or seeking powerful experiences. Instead, it is about quieting the mind, understanding the body, and learning to observe the energy that flows within us. When we stop seeking outside of ourselves and begin to turn inward, we tap into the very source of life energy — the Qi, or vital energy — that has the power to transform us at every level.
The Childish Approach to Spirituality: Dependency on External Sources
There is a tendency, especially in modern spiritual practices, to rely on external sources to guide us: gurus, rituals, sacred plants, and spiritual books. While these things may offer some initial insight, they are not the end goal. Spirituality, in its truest form, is not about reliance on external authority or substances. It is about independently discovering and realizing the truth within ourselves.
A spiritual journey that depends on external sources for validation or experience is akin to a childish approach. It’s a necessary phase for many, but it is only the beginning. As we mature spiritually, we must leave behind the crutch of external sources and develop the internal capacity to discern truth, cultivate wisdom, and guide ourselves through the inherent wisdom of our body, mind, and spirit.
Breaking Free from Spiritual Dependency
Relying on gurus, religious systems, or external tools to feel “complete” or “enlightened” will only create dependency and perpetuate dissatisfaction. These systems might give us temporary moments of clarity or comfort, but they often leave us feeling that something is missing. We may begin to feel that we are forever chasing the next experience, the next high, the next teaching, in an attempt to fill the gap of inner emptiness.
The true goal of spiritual practice is inner freedom — the freedom to stand in our own truth, without the need for validation from outside sources. This is the freedom to feel whole, complete, and connected to the essence of life, regardless of the circumstances or teachings we encounter.
The Path to True Integration: A Personal Journey
Spiritual growth is a personal journey. The path of self-realization requires self-awareness, the courage to face our own limitations, and the commitment to transform the body, emotions, and mind through practices that cultivate energy and awareness. Nei Qi Gong is one such practice that can help guide us in this process. It teaches us to understand our Qi, align our energy, and discover the true power that lies within us.
The essence of Nei Qi Gong is not about intellectual knowledge or external experiences; it’s about discovering and experiencing our inner world directly. It’s about taking responsibility for our growth and transformation, rather than relying on external forces to make us whole.
Moving Beyond the Illusion of Mysticism
To move beyond the illusion of mystical experiences or dependency on external teachings, we must cultivate a deep self-awareness that allows us to see reality as it truly is. This means embracing the power of the present moment and experiencing life without the constant need to interpret, judge, or chase experiences.
Nei Qi Gong provides a framework to help us achieve this, but ultimately, the transformation comes from within. It is a personal journey of self-discovery, and the true freedom lies in embracing the present moment and our own inner wisdom.
If you are ready to begin the journey of discovering the inner dimensions of your own being, I invite you to explore Nei Qi Gong and begin your practice today.
Step away from the search for external answers and begin the true inner journey of transformation. The power to create lasting change and live a fully integrated life is already within you.
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