Spiritual Censorship...

I know, MIrielle. That's why I've created this space ... in order that people, like you and me, can actually discuss the state of our spiritual journey. Your point is well taken! Please, here, feel free to discuss. I promise, nobody will censor or edit you, here!

You cannot say exactly what your spiritual journey teaches you to teach others... you must keep the message hidden... or else others get angry with You... spiritual Political correct universe :-( :-)

Thank you, Maggie... I find real beauty in your emotional honesty. I remember, so many years ago, when I was first trying to make my way in the world, also feeling in many of the ways you have so eloquently expressed. I, too, felt like I’d lost my sense of self, I too had lost my “why,” and I was drawn toward activities, physical activities like breathing technique, which acted as a therapeutic for me. My sense is that, in the purely materialistic reality of the world today, so many people struggle with developing a true identity, a sense that life can have genuine meaning and purpose.

So many, from what I can observe, appear to struggle in their attempts to overcome feelings of emptiness, a void at the center of their lives. For me, this represents a crisis of spirituality in our society, and in the world. How do others feel, and how can we better understand, and implement, the process of healing and recovery? Please, share....

I have found myself in somewhat of a standstill in my spiritual journey as of late. I resonate heavily with what you wrote about Mr. B, the idea that my true spiritual nature is so deep rooted and buried so deep, but at times it feels like I am unable to bring these ideas to the surface. I feel as though my own values and ideas that have always been so deep rooted in my spirituality have become distorted in illusion to a great degree, as you discussed. I’ve lost my sense of self in many ways, I’ve lost my “why”.

* * recently, I have tried several different forms of breathing and meditation. It’s truly fascinating how much of an impact a single breath can have on the human body. I’ve found that before I ground myself in any other being or ideology, I first need to find myself. Finding myself one breath at a time.

Thanks for sharing this, Emily. I love the idea of a “clear headspace.” It sounds very attractive. Of course I have lots of ideas on this... Maybe I’ll share my own morning routine with everyone! It’s pretty crazy...

By listening to the podcasts and talking to Mr. B via direct message on multiple platforms recently, this idea of a spiritual journey has been on my mind. Since this semester has been so crazy with the pandemic and online classes, I have not been focusing on myself as much. During this break, I've been able to reflect and gain back more of this ideal.

Recently, I have been able to start my day doing yoga and refresh myself in the morning. I remember Mr. B sharing a story (or this could have just been a dream correct me if I am wrong) about someone close to him attending a spiritual journey camp where they woke up and drank a glass of saltwater and did yoga. Even though I can not get myself to drink a glass of saltwater, I have been gulping down a glass of water after my morning yoga as a refreshing cleanse! Having this morning reflection has allowed me to put my best foot forward and have clear thoughts to start my day. To end my day I have been finding meditation videos on Youtube and have been using them to reflect on my day and calm me before heading to bed. These reflections have been able to put me in a clear headspace detaching my mind from all that is going on around me.

If anyone (including Mr. B) has any more resources about how to further this spiritual journey of mine, I would love to hear about them!