This post offers a valuable reflection on how differing definitions of a "spiritual person" can create tension in relationships, especially when spirituality is used to bypass emotional realities. The story of the couple highlights that true spirituality isn't about avoiding difficult emotions or labeling others, but about empathy and being present for each other in times of need. It’s a great reminder that real spiritual growth embraces both the messy and mindful aspects of life.
I think everyone has their own unique perspective and experience of spirituality and this shapes how they become spiritual. We are all different and all spiritual beings ✨
I believe we are all Spirit. We each express Spirit in a multitude of ways that changes frequently. Love, anger, denial, selfishness, violence, generosity- it’s all Spirit.
I don’t believe anyone is more or less spiritual - in fact, I think that is an impossibility
I personally attempt to remember that everyone (including the beyond-human) is Spirit and act accordingly. I fail frequently. Failing is an act of Spirt as is remembering as far as I can see.
This is such a helpful exploration. Being a student of A Course in Miracles, my inclination is to say that in the absolute sense it is not the right question. If spirit is what we are in truth, if it is reality, then the correct question would be to what extent a person is in touch with their spirituality. But even that is relatively immaterial, for a seemingly not very spiritual person can have a sudden awakening. Some of those go via NDEs but there are many ways. Mike Yeadon in his recent interview told James Dellingpole about an experience he had, which was clearly a spiritual awakening of sorts. So again, our nature is spirit, therefore eventually we always come back to that, but we're capable of making (nearly) endless detours.
I think a lot about spiritual bypassing and I desire to be cognizant of it. However, this is a sticky subject, maybe too sticky for a blog post. Are you suggesting that people who have faith in God and pray for grace are bypassing? Every religious tradition I know of entails “bypassing.” I don’t think it’s my business to dissect another’s tradition and claim they are bypassing. I prefer to think of psychology and spirituality being on two different axes. I tread lightly in calling another human who has different practices and mindsets a bypasser.
This post offers a valuable reflection on how differing definitions of a "spiritual person" can create tension in relationships, especially when spirituality is used to bypass emotional realities. The story of the couple highlights that true spirituality isn't about avoiding difficult emotions or labeling others, but about empathy and being present for each other in times of need. It’s a great reminder that real spiritual growth embraces both the messy and mindful aspects of life.
I think everyone has their own unique perspective and experience of spirituality and this shapes how they become spiritual. We are all different and all spiritual beings ✨
I believe we are all Spirit. We each express Spirit in a multitude of ways that changes frequently. Love, anger, denial, selfishness, violence, generosity- it’s all Spirit.
I don’t believe anyone is more or less spiritual - in fact, I think that is an impossibility
I personally attempt to remember that everyone (including the beyond-human) is Spirit and act accordingly. I fail frequently. Failing is an act of Spirt as is remembering as far as I can see.
Thank you for asking!
This is such a helpful exploration. Being a student of A Course in Miracles, my inclination is to say that in the absolute sense it is not the right question. If spirit is what we are in truth, if it is reality, then the correct question would be to what extent a person is in touch with their spirituality. But even that is relatively immaterial, for a seemingly not very spiritual person can have a sudden awakening. Some of those go via NDEs but there are many ways. Mike Yeadon in his recent interview told James Dellingpole about an experience he had, which was clearly a spiritual awakening of sorts. So again, our nature is spirit, therefore eventually we always come back to that, but we're capable of making (nearly) endless detours.
I think a lot about spiritual bypassing and I desire to be cognizant of it. However, this is a sticky subject, maybe too sticky for a blog post. Are you suggesting that people who have faith in God and pray for grace are bypassing? Every religious tradition I know of entails “bypassing.” I don’t think it’s my business to dissect another’s tradition and claim they are bypassing. I prefer to think of psychology and spirituality being on two different axes. I tread lightly in calling another human who has different practices and mindsets a bypasser.