SPIRITUAL

In the tumultuous landscape of the present day, the endeavor towards spirituality appears an insurmountable challenge. 

The lofty ideals of awakening and surpassing mortal desires, of mastering one's emotions and impulses, seem but a distant dream in a society gripped by the relentless pursuit of material gain, the pervasive cloud of anxiety, and the cacophony of noise that drowns out the whispers of the soul.

The World, with its relentless demands of work, the oppressive weight of fears, and the ever-looming specters of war and economic instability, serves as a harsh reminder of the harsh realities of human existence. 

In the face of such overwhelming burdens, the ethereal promises of spiritual enlightenment appear nothing more than a romanticized notion of a bygone era when humanity was interconnected with the natural world, unfettered by the trappings of modernity.

In the realm of the present, where the relentless quest for survival and the unending pursuit of financial security dictate our every move, the pursuit of true spiritual transcendence seems an unattainable enigma, a illusionary reflection shimmering on the horizon.

The construct you perceive as the tangible World is merely a fabrication of your own mind, a virtual reality meticulously constructed within the confines of your consciousness. 

In this intricate tapestry of illusions, the concept of spirituality finds itself suffocated, rendered unattainable by the limitations of this manufactured realm.

From the moment of your inception, you stood as a blank canvas, a feral creature in the vast wilderness of existence, unbridled by the constraints of societal conditioning. Yet, the hands of human adults intervened, imposing upon you the shackles of domestication, a vicious cycle perpetuated by generations past.

The process of awakening heralds the commencement of a lifelong pursuit to dismantle the chains of domestication that bind you, a task fraught with challenges and tribulations. 

Awaken, I would refrain from categorizing this labyrinth of chaos as the true reality; it stands as nothing more than a fragile construct teetering on the brink of collapse. 

Indeed, it has metamorphosed into a mechanized entity, reducing the essence of humanity to a mere commodity for the insatiable consumption of colossal corporations.

In this manufactured facade, devoid of any semblance of natural order, spirituality has been relegated to the status of a trivial indulgence, forsaken in favor of the relentless pursuit of survival. 

This misguided prioritization only serves to perpetuate a perpetual cycle of conflict and scarcity, even in times of ostensible peace.

Our tenuous grip on this existence is sustained solely by our insatiable desires, deep-rooted insecurities, rapacious greed, and unmitigated selfishness. 

While the prospect of liberation beckons, the clutches of this oppressive system strive to ensnare us in its snares, fostering a dependence that borders on addiction. Many among us succumb to this noxious environment, acquiescing to its deleterious influence as the path of least resistance.

Breaking free from these shackles demands an unwavering connection to the divine, an unyielding bond that transcends the confines of material entrapment. 

Only through this profound communion can one navigate the turbulent currents of emancipation, weathering the storm of withdrawal with unwavering resolve and indomitable spirit.

I would opt for the spectacle of existence over the void of nothingness.

A recurring refrain echoes through my interactions, as I passionately urge individuals to shun the notion of normality or ordinariness within this enigmatic realm. 

As you embark upon this odyssey of self-discovery, the world will once again reveal itself to you as a wild and untamed entity, your innocence stripped away but replaced by a newfound sense of purpose and awareness. 

With deliberate intent and conscious effort, you shall bear witness to the world with fresh eyes, akin to a child experiencing the wonders of existence for the very first time!

The sanctimonious dictates of the elder generation, intoning the mantra of - that's just life, in an attempt to mold us into obedient replicas, only serve to further perpetuate our collective disorientation. 

It is in this disarray that solace is sought, a fragile alliance forged in the mire of bewilderment. The unyielding pursuit of Truth in the face of these entrenched falsehoods is met not with open acceptance, but with a wary reluctance born from the fear of disrupting the fragile harmony of shared delusions.

I shall proceed without hesitation.

Feb 3, 2024 | UN