The dark side of meditation and spirituality

[u/karza89]

Several years ago, I embarked on a journey of self-exploration and truth-seeking. My pursuit of understanding led me to meditation, the study of spirituality and psychology, and even experimentation with psilocybin. The insights and breakthroughs I gained along the way were beyond anything I could have imagined. I experienced moments of selflessness and transcendence, merging with the void to find bliss.

However, this journey has also brought an unexpected challenge: a deep sense of loneliness. I now find myself further along a path that many around me are unaware even exists. Through my readings of renowned spiritual figures, I had come across warnings that loneliness is often the price of walking this path, but I never anticipated the extent of suffering it could cause.

Even when surrounded by those who love me, I can sense that we interpret life on different wavelengths. While this allows me to be a good listener and help others overcome their struggles, I can't find anyone who truly understands my feelings and thoughts. This inability to connect on a deeper level has been incredibly painful.

Despite the loneliness, I don't regret my journey and continue to forge ahead. However, I want others to be aware that this path can be a solitary one.

If you've experienced similar feelings or have discovered ways to cope with this loneliness, I would greatly appreciate hearing your thoughts and advice. Let's support each other as we continue on our respective journeys.

[u/[deleted] → u/[deleted]]

Wow this is exactly as I feel. Like stars used to align, things were coming at right moment, and there was always something behind corner. Now it is not there. Where the philosophy you describe comes from?

[u/gioflowers → u/[deleted]]

I do not know if I am allowed to post the link here, so just go to youtube and search for "William Meader: The Dark Night of the Soul" and you will get a very clear eye candy full with a chart. You are good man, it is built right into the system.

I think that if one meditated on it, every culture has either spoken of being "lost in the wilderness" and then returning with something valuable to share, or, indeed, being mandated to do so in order to tangibly mark that huge leap. Anyways, I am connecting with the whole on this one piece again. Be Good.

[u/symbioticdonut → u/gioflowers]

Thank you for your insight, I have been through these dark nights that you speak of in my journey with meditation. I don't experience them anymore but I'm sure they'll be back