Self-Inquiry or "Who Am I?" - A Diary-Essay on the Long and Short Paths to Awakening

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  Morning arrives with that peculiar, almost disembodied silence in which light does not yet possess color, only contours. I sit before the blank page of my diary, feeling the coolness of the air blend with the rhythm of my breathing. In this weightless hour, before the world has imposed its noisy demands and roles, a single inquiry surfaces from the depths of my being, blurring the boundaries between dreaming and waking: Who am I? This is not merely a question addressed to the intellect; it is a muffled, yearning moan of the soul seeking its lost home. Behind me lie years of arduous, at times despair-inducing, inner labor. This is the Long Path  - the pathway of the slow, methodical polishing of the human vessel so that it may become fit for the "descent of the Holy Spirit." From the perspective of spiritual psychoanalysis, this stage is a time for the raw construction and refinement of the ego. We cannot transcend that which we have not first known and tamed. For years, I ...

Spiritual Reason to choose Fasting and Veganism as a lifestyle



There are several spiritual reasons that some people choose fasting and veganism as a lifestyle manner:

✔️ Compassion: Veganism is often motivated by a deep respect for all living beings and a desire to reduce harm and suffering to animals. This aligns with spiritual beliefs in compassion and non-violence.

✔️ Connection with nature: A vegan diet is seen as a way to live in harmony with the natural world and avoid contributing to the destruction of the environment.

✔️ Inner peace: Fasting can help individuals to develop greater self-discipline, mindfulness and awareness of the present moment, leading to a greater sense of inner peace.

✔️ Simplicity: By simplifying one's diet and avoiding materialistic consumerism, individuals may feel a deeper connection with their spiritual values and a greater sense of purpose.

✔️ Closer connection to a higher power: Some people find that fasting and mindfulness can help them to feel closer to a higher power, through increased devotion and contemplation.

It is important to note that spiritual beliefs and practices can vary greatly among individuals and communities, and what is considered a spiritual reason for one person may not be the same for another.

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