The Art of Awakening: A Spiritual Journey

Have you ever felt a deep longing for something more meaningful in life?  I have, and that is when I started my search for answers.

No, I did not go to the Himalayas, nor renounced the materialistic world. I guess the calling was not that strong enough. However, I dived into books written by intellectuals and enlightened beings, started listening to their interviews, and joined a community of like-minded people. Here, I present some of my learnings that made sense to me and illuminated my path.

What does Awakening mean in the spiritual realm?

Awakening is about becoming fully aware of your higher self and transcending the limitations of the ego. It’s a process of recognizing the divine essence within yourself and all other beings and realizing the interconnectedness of all things. Everything in this Universe is indeed connected!

But what does it mean to be awakened?

For many, it’s a state of enlightenment or nirvana – a realization of the true nature of reality and the ultimate purpose of existence. It’s a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of all things and the ability to tap into the universal consciousness that surrounds us.

Have you ever wondered, what is your purpose on this planet? Have we really taken birth to simply grow, study, work, reproduce, and die? Such a precious opportunity of being born as a conscious human being should not just be limited to these mundane activities. To live consciously is the ultimate purpose.

But achieving awakening is not an easy task. It requires discipline and determination for one’s spiritual practice. It’s about cultivating mindfulness, practicing meditation, and connecting with one’s higher self.

One of the most powerful aspects of awakening is the ability to connect with all beings on a deep and profound level. Just as everything in the universe vibrates at a certain energy level, so do we. What if we could match our energy with that of the universe, we can feel a deep connection with all things.

I once read the experiences from the anecdotes of enlightened people. While meditating, they could feel the energy vibrations from the spider crawling on the wall to the extraterrestrial beings in far-off galaxies. These discoveries blew my mind and fascinated me beyond imagination. How deep and powerful is our mind, only if we had the determination to harness it?

But why is awakening so important?

Without it, we are merely living a superficial life, disconnected from our true purpose. We have been gifted with a conscious mind so that we learn to live consciously; being conscious of our acts, our existence, our relationship with each and every being, and our higher purpose.

The path may not be easy, but the rewards are truly limitless – a deeper understanding of the universe, a sense of purpose and meaning in life, and a profound connection with all things.

It may not happen at once, not even in this lifetime but the journey itself is worthwhile.

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