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Wouldn't we first have to define Asleep?
My skeletons love the closetCleansing skeletons from our closets and finding a better fitting wardrobe, perhaps.
Better fitting to whom? The masses?Cleansing skeletons from our closets and finding a better fitting wardrobe, perhaps.
I could answer Oneness with God, But what does that mean
We are naturally locked into the state of believing only the physical body and physical world is real and that we are the body. We are stuck in that dream.What does it mean in spiritual terms to "Awaken"?
Gods far outWe are naturally locked into the state of believing only the physical body and physical world is real and that we are the body. We are stuck in that dream.
To awaken is to realize we are eternal consciousness beyond the physical. The physical is just a play/drama of consciousness.
While asleep, we believe the dream to be real. When we 'awake'. we realize it was just a dream and not the ultimate reality.
Blind and now I see?
Its an analogy to waking up from sleep. Instead of putting forth no exertion and no thought, you exert and think. Instead of being minimally aware or unaware, you strive to listen, plan and act. Instead of doing nothing you do something. Instead of sliding down, you inch upward or around or to the side. When you are called you answer.What does it mean in spiritual terms to "Awaken"?
What does it mean in spiritual terms to "Awaken"?
Wouldn't we first have to define Asleep?
We are naturally locked into the state of believing...
Having strong Eureka-like experience(s) that remain(s) with you and change(s) your whole view on existence and your place in it.
Leading to a shift in perspective, with new values, priorities/choices, actions/reactions and general way of life.
Resulting in an increased sense of harmony within self and within those whom you encounter.
Humbly
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