Navigating Ego Death and Fear on the Path to Spiritual Awakening

Understanding the Territory

The intersection of mental health experiences and spiritual awakening can be both profound and challenging. What some traditions call “spiritual emergence” can sometimes look similar to what Western medicine labels as psychosis. This overlap requires us to hold both perspectives with care and respect, recognizing that the journey of awakening is deeply personal and can often be accompanied by intense emotions, including fear.

Acknowledge the Fear and Its Roots

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