Book Summary: The Natural State, in the words of U.G. Krishnamurti (Part 1/3)
“If you shock easily, this may not be for you.”
“Are you ready to be shattered, to have your beliefs stripped away and then not be given anything new to hang on to? Then read this book.”
“I am not in the holy business. I sing my own song. If somebody comes I talk. If nobody comes I go for a walk or look at the birds, look at the trees.”
No-Ego or Oneness is NOT Awakening, but Spiritual Experience
Mystical and Spiritual experiences are relatively rare and transformative, possibly the pinnacle of human experience. Yet, it’s not awakening. Too many people stopped before the finish line and were fooled by the experiences.
The Trilogy of the Spiritual Journey: Healing, Awakening, and Healing (again)
A spiritual journey comprises three phases: healing, awakening, and healing. Let’s break down what it entails.
Contrary to popular belief, love, compassion, purpose of life, and happiness have nothing to do with awakening—they are dualistic attributes of this world. However, these attributes are part of the human experience and bring us joy and fulfillment.