Sometimes we have a tendency to view a spiritual path as being something "up there" or "out there." Being spiritual is seen as almost a rebellion, a separation from those others who don't get it.We are spiritual — they are not. We know the truth, and must share it with the world — they are blind sheep who are living "in the matrix." The internet is full of such statements.
But how spiritual are we, really, if we think we are better than others? Smarter, more "knowledgeable," more evolved, more sensitive — whatever it is we hold on to the most. If all our "spirituality" does for us is make us feel superior to others, dare I suggest it is not a spirituality at all?
For all it does is keep us in the state of perpetual war with ourselves and the world.
And this inner war is being projected outward in a very tangible and physical manner for all to see. As our world is filling with more and more "spiritual" people who know best and who want to guide the lost sheep, the wars are only increasing. And love, frankly, isn't abounding.
What is, then, an authentic, true spiritual path? I would say, it is a path that makes you at one with the world. A path that makes you see yourself in everything and everyone you meet. That makes you see the Divine in everything and everyone you meet. A path that grows you in your power — the power to choose. And, above all, it is the path that bears fruit.
Real, tangible fruit.
This spiritual fruit is what we are discussing with Courtney Thomas in this podcast.
Courtney Thomas started on the path of spiritual development as a juvenile inmate, when the words of Jesus "you will do even greater works than I do" caught his eye. Now Courtney is a co-owner of a float spa and salt cave, and a teacher of transcendental meditation.
In this podcast, Courtney shares his story, and his understanding of how a spiritual journey is different from belonging to a religion. We talk about taking responsibility, bearing fruit, and the path to inner peace. We also discuss transcendental meditation — what it is, how it works, and where to find out more.