#spiritualmaterial

[wendel-luxes-worldly-wondering]

Wondering: Spiritual Materialism

In our pursuit of enlightenment, it's easy to get lost in the trappings of Spiritual Materialism—a phenomenon where we treat spirituality like a trendy accessory, a symbol of status, or a source of validation. From amassing crystals to attending meditation retreats, it's not uncommon to find ourselves caught up in the material aspects of spiritual practices, often at the expense of genuine inner transformation. In todays worldy wondering, we'll dive into the dangers of Spiritual Materialism and explore ways to strike a balance between appreciating the tools and traditions of spirituality and focusing on the personal growth they can provide.

The key to avoiding the pitfalls of Spiritual Materialism lies in our intentions. When we approach spiritual practices with a genuine desire for personal growth, self-awareness, and connection, the material aspects of spirituality become tools to support our journey rather than ends in themselves. By staying grounded in our intentions, we can ensure that our spiritual pursuits align with our authentic selves, promoting inner transformation rather than superficial displays of enlightenment.

Achieving a balanced approach to spirituality involves being mindful of our motivations and staying centered on our personal growth. While it's natural to appreciate the beauty and symbolism of spiritual objects or practices, we must remember that these are tools to support our journey, not the destination itself. By allocating time for both inner reflection and engagement with spiritual materials, we can create a more well-rounded spiritual practice that fosters growth and transformation.

To maintain a healthy balance between the material and inner aspects of spirituality, consider these suggestions:

Reflect on your intentions: Regularly check in with yourself to ensure that your spiritual practices align with your genuine desire for personal growth and self-awareness.

Prioritize inner work: Dedicate time for introspection and inner reflection, as these practices are crucial for fostering personal transformation.

Use materials and resources mindfully: When incorporating spiritual materials like crystals or tarot cards and/or tomes or bibles; do so with intention and a clear understanding of their purpose in supporting your spiritual journey.

Stay open and flexible: Be willing to adapt your practices and beliefs as you grow and evolve on your spiritual path, ensuring that they continue to serve your personal development.

As we navigate our spiritual journeys, it's essential to remain mindful of the potential for Spiritual Materialism to creep in and overshadow our authentic pursuit of personal growth. By staying grounded in our intentions and striking a balance between inner reflection and the use of spiritual materials, we can foster a deeper, more meaningful connection with our spiritual practices. Remember, the true essence of spirituality lies within us, waiting to be discovered and nurtured. Let us continue to explore, question, and grow, as we journey together on the path of enlightenment.

[olaqueenbeeofastrology]

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[bdaddyyy]

I like new things. — — — #SpiritualMaterial #Retro1 #Sneakerhead (at Air Jordan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2W9_azHJ7B/?igshid=14h9g1oq6kcy6

[cogentclips]

A man came to Abû ‘Alî ad-Daqqâq and said, “I have come to you from a very distant place.” Abû ‘Alî ad-Daqqâq replied, “Attaining knowledge of the path has nothing to do with traversing great distances and undergoing journeys. Separate from yourself even by one single step, and your goal will be reached.”

[kirti168]

🌠The best gift I got was quiting when the going was good and learnt to trust my self to use the tools of life that came from my failures, research and contemplation. 🌠The best gift I got, was the pain of loosing friends, adopting themselves as coaches and were offended I didn't subscribe to their advice. I learnt the difference between friendship and friends who want to look important. Being friends with the self is self-care, not yoga or meditation. #spiritualmaterialism. 🌠The best gift I got to understand is I don't have to know it all and be a strong woman defined by society who want to make a change, by blame or falsifying positivity. Just be in quietness and so much reveals itself. What a revelation!😌 🌠The best gift in life are the ones I didn't want and still don't, it opens an inner dialogue within that's been avoided for so long and having the courage to have them quietly. I am just a being going through this world, like anyone else and want to enjoy the experience of it. And whoever I meet along the way, is beautiful in itself. Life is simple and for that am grateful. #namaste #noneedforlabels #fakeittillyoumakeit #relationshipadvice #noadvice #befriendurmind #empowerwomen #girlboss #podcast (at London, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2ygUqfg-Oi/?igshid=7jiu1bycuqud

[floatuniverse]

Sike @mikeadelic_podcast ・・・ “Walking the spiritual path properly is a very subtle process; it is not something to jump into naively. There are numerous sidetracks which lead to a distorted, ego-centered version of spirituality; we can deceive ourselves into thinking we are developing spiritually when instead we are strengthening our egocentricity through spiritual techniques. This fundamental distortion may be referred to as spiritual materialism.” - Chögyam Trungpa, Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism 👁📚⚡️ - my favorite book - must read! - - - @shambhala_publications #spiritualmaterialism #enlightenment #meditation #spirituality #consciousness

[myyogatao]

Locks & love & Tao Oh my!! I just cut off my sweet love's dreads a little over a week ago. We counted 23 locks.. and is birthday is the 23rd of this month (Sunday). I didn't have an opinion either way regarding the decision process. As his partner, I am here supporting & loving him! I explained I'd love him the same with or without hair.. He immediately looked as if so much symbolic weight & energetic smudge had been taken off his shoulders. I was so happy to see him glowing anew! He said "When you are ready, you are ready!" There was about 3-4yrs of experiences, growth & stories within those very organic formed locks (he's a natural curly Q) that he sorta detached from without a blink of an eye. Some feel as though their locks serve as sacred connections which they should bind to (or any other rhyme or reason) and this is also beautiful and to be honored.. I can't truly speak for Taylor, but I feel the radiance he beamed internally-out was within the releasing (or cutting) of specific energetic circuits that he grew from but no longer needed for the next thing on his "To-do list" so to speak. Without intentionally creating ceremony or intent around the releasing, it turned to be a necessarily Kriya to make way.. for way's sake 😉 Or the sake of space and so on. Hehe! ~Maybe that's why I snip at my own hair about once per week.. Intuition can work as simple and as effortless as that. You get a feeling and you go with it and everything else will sorta play out in a domino effect in accordance to your decision/action. In this case, new vitality showing through his majestic clear blue/green eyes! Very much in alignment with the Tao. Truly I'm happier with and for him when I see him shinning from a genuine happiness.

[emojistybr]

Happy Monday! Hope everyone is ready for an amazing week ahead 🙏🏻😇💖 #LadyVenus has stepped forward today to share her #energy with those of us who are studying #spiritualmaterial at this time. Residing outside the #astralrealm of #Venus , she enjoys connecting to #lightworkers on #Earth who are receiving "downloads" of information such as #signsandsymbols #colorsandvisions or a mix of them all. Any #guidance you may have received through #meditation or #sleep can be easily studied with her beside you when you #ASK for her help. As you continue to #study the spiritual information around you and within you, your #SpiritGuides can help you channel some of the information tucked within your mind out onto a canvas or pad of paper. #Expressing your self is a must, and the more #creative you can be, the more #authentic you can become, which leads to a #highervibration of your #energy that is #begging to shine through! The higher you #vibe the better #tribe you will #attract and this helps you to better #connect with beings like #LadyVenus on a daily basis. These higher beings of #love can help you live a life of #joy and #ease by helping you find that #within yourself. Enjoy! 😘

[detroityoga]

#spiritualmaterialism #chogyamtrungpa (at Detroit Yoga)

[rachaelrice]

Thank you #DecolonizingYoga for picking up this piece. Apparently it hit a nerve. Once you see it...you can't unsee it :::: We can do better. We can! Link in profile. . . . #goddess #divinefeminine #sisterhood #whitefeminism #giftingcircles #whilft #fleb #loa #thesecret #lawofattraction #spiritualbypassing #spiritualmaterialism #yoni #tribe #gypset #grief #capitalism #racism #spiritjunkie #coredesiredfeelings #cdf #desiremap #intersectionality #diversity #bodyneutral #newage #crystals #shamanic #blacklivesmatter #idlenomore #standingrock #activism #witch #beltane #healing #onceyouseeit #youcantunseeit

[raindawgtao]

Success and productivity are illusions born of self-serving materialism. Pursuit of these goals will expend a great deal of energy, make you a bother to yourself and others, and the most you will reap from this effort will be even more illusions, such as security and social acceptance, underneath which lies a gnawing sense of anxiety, alienation, and despair. Your attachment to these illusions will continue to be the measure of your pain. There is no escape from this; however, on the other side of these illusions lies an endless perfection of truth and beauty that is freely available to anyone with the good luck and courage to take a voyage of self discovery. This journey within is the only one that matters. All else is ephemera.

theraindawgtao

Meditation Lounge,' curated by Jonatan Lopez , co-facillitated by Julia Claire at HCC-Northline (July 2011). Ranma Kumayama Raindawg Photography by Hilary Scullane

[cogentclips]

Do not say that you are a righteous person because it is self-satisfaction.

Zayd ibn Aslam

[neonplasticlotus]

This is essentially how I view anyone who claims to be in yoga, or on a "#spiritual" path, or what the hell ever. One of the most important things I learned from watching #AniaZiolkowska is there's no integrity in ANY of it. It's just narcissism Or, as #ChogyamTrungpaRinpoche said "#SpiritualMaterialism" (his nice way of saying #SpiritualNarcissism) They're not into it for anything but to put off an image of being something people can respect. Their "ideals" are mercenary, disposable, and always have been. Check our articles "Narcissist, Sociopath, Racist", "Id: The Ego of Maya; The Shadow", and "Gone Girl: The Devil's Greatest Trick" at Neon Plastic Lotus website – Civa www.neonplasticlotus.com / http://tinyurl.com/mucdtx5 #AniaZiolkowska #ChrisExeris #MindlessFaith #RickFurr #GrainsOfSound #MindcageRick #JasonDurant #Psytrance #Yoga #Narcissism #Narcissist #Psychopath #BurningMan #AnnikaBackstrom #UziGrindler #Berlin #Poland #Warsaw #AngelinaLorenPanaigua, #TanyaKing #KevinLeon #JaySelway #JumbieIndustries #Milo #Notyournegro

[cogentclips]

Islam is not an extension of your ego.

Abdal Hakim Murad