The Dangers of Non-Duality Explained

Today we talk about the potential 'dangers' of non-duality and nondual philosophy as a whole. For some it can be a powerful tool in their own awakening process, for others it may not. Why is this? Lets find out.

#spirituality #nonduality #awakening

[VishuddhaDas]

Hope this can help 🙏 if you have any questions you'd like videos on please feel free to let me know

[benf]

Very helpful. I had a profound "experience " of non-duality a few years back before I even knew what it was. It lasted for several months and then faded as you said.. Then I started searching and coming up non-duality I was like "holy cow. I can't believe this is what those traditions were always talking about.". But the juxtaposition of the everyday with this powerful memory really took a lot of conscious practice to put that experience down as some kind of end goal and to simply be here now with whatever is appearing.

Matt Kahn likes to say "whatever arises, love that.". It's a nice moment to moment reminder.

[stangoodvibes]

When i first started into non-duality, i did spend a few months where i really didnt bother doing anything. Kinda like a depression but i wasnt depressed, i just couldnt be bothered to do anything. In a way it was good because i had all these mental ideas about myself and an internal critic, so for example when i stopped going to the gym during this time i realised i had always judged myself about being a regular gym guy and also critical of others who i perceived as not as committed to working out as I was! Or when i stopped cleaning my place for a while i realised i was shaming myself if people had come round and the place wasnt spotless. I discovered i had a real issue with perfectionism and all the judgement that comes with that.

But that goes after a while and then the world becomes a safer place, because you find joy and satisfaction in all the small things of life. Youre LESS likely to have an accident from not paying attention to something because you arent in your mind thinking endless stuff all the time. You're present and aware. And you do things slowly and thoughtfully, because there is no point rushing anything 😀🙏

[VoodouFairy]

this was so helpful. sometimes i feel discouraged and falling behind my spiritual practices when life get too busy.. this video really eased my mind. thank you!

[dopamine_]

I've been in an existential crisis lately over the possibility of Solipsism and hearing this is really soothing and helpful. Thanks my friend. X

[myhypnoticvision]

Beautiful observation fam❤️☀️super important on how we direct this infinite energy within us. The way we let the infinite express itself through us, manifests into our experience.

[elpida]

I have been subscribed for years in your channel, I see so many similarities in the way we have grown in our spiritual path. I absolutely love adveita vedanta, what you shared in this video is exactly what I needed to be reminded of. I am sending you much love, have many thanks

[thejuliateresa]

I loved the analogy with fire, wind, and water ❤. This video was so helpful.

[VeronicaDenoi]

This was a great way of explaining and helping others to better understand. I really enjoyed listening to this.

[PhillP]

I couldn't have asked for a better message today. Thank you! 🙏

[Theartoflivng]

Thank you so so much for this video… what a synchronicity!

Been living the “non-dual lifestyle” for a while and I’m starting to realise that I have a lot of trauma to take care of outside that space… this video is a huge confirmation and very well explained 🙏

[dbxniker]

each new video i watch of yours, you seem to be at peace more and more and more

[AC-jgok]

Weird how everything you're talking about is what I'm currently dealing with in my Sobriety Journey 🧘 Glad you're back! ✌️🌼

[funkyskunk]

I came to non-duality on my own and didn't even have a name for it until I read the Upanishads and found that Hindus had discovered the same thing thousands of years ago. I was studying the philosophy of the mind and was doing lots of meditation and introspection. In short, I realized that all that exists is consciousness. I realized that I am a finite mind inside of the infinite mind, and that all is one, I am connected to all things, and that separation is an illusion. In deep meditation, the oneness with the rest of the universe can be felt. I will not die, I will merely reunite with the infinite.

Before I came to discover non-duality, I was in a deep spiritual depression after becoming disillusioned with my former faith (mormonism) I was an atheist for many years, and I wasn't happy or healthy. I was terrified of death. Not just my own death, but moreso of those that I loved. Nonduality has brought me back to spirituality and given me a sense of purpose and peace.

I think non-duality can be dangerous if immature seekers come to it. It's dangerous in the same way that psychedelics can be dangerous. You can't just jump into it unprepared, you have to be mindful and careful, and probably should have an experienced guide with you as you discover the true nature of yourself and of reality.

[Magik]

Non dual is not a negation of one's sacred personal selfhood. To integrate at the Soul level takes decades of hard arduous, agonizing purgation and integration. This is the path Kundalini took me on 23 years ago. Skipping over the Soul is not wise. It is true that prior to awakening, the ego exists as a mental construct. However, when one experiences authentic ego death, one is rebirthed at the Soul level and becomes an even bigger, authentic, stronger, powerful, loving spiritual Being. Sri Aurobindo called this realization the Psychic Being. It is a literal flame of the Divine deep inside the heart. This is not the highest realization but attaining it is no easy task. Like you said, one must face and heal one's shadow, samskaras, and trauma. The next level is increasingly non dual and that is the Realization of the Transcendent Self. However the Divine Soul continues to abide as one's full actualized Divine Selfhood and experiences and abides in the Non Dual awareness simultaneously. This is the integral path. This is a high level of realization in that it marries and unifies the opposites of male and female or Spirit and Soul. Non dual is not so much a philosophy or experience as it is an aspect of Reality itself. Advanced Beings can abide simultaneously in ever present non dual awareness and still have a highly developed and discriminating consciousness.

[lindahartmandausel]

Just exactly what I wanted to know. I’ll move slowly and be prepared. I may pass on before I reach the goal, but that’s okay. ❤

[James-lbyd]

Thank you. Very well said. I could not have said anything better. Many blessings for you and your family. ☮

[Kirstymarie]

I unexpectedly gained a deep understanding of non-dual philosophy following major bereavements and trauma. Whilst this understanding was initially incredible, it caught me off-guard as I wasn’t in a healthy place. I’m slowly coming to terms with balancing non-dual beliefs with the material world, and your emphasis on the importance of this life really resonated. The philosophy of karma yoga has inspired me to transform grief into helpful actions. I’ve finally started to create art again as I’m fascinated by the human ability to materialise intangible concepts into our perceived world. My only questions are, is it a requirement to detach from maya / sensory enjoyment in order to practice vedanta? Can I continue to create and mindfully engage with the illusions of modern society? Thanks!

[gtl]

I feel like I needed to hear this message. Thank you

[amylitz]

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This is exciting news! Thank you for the content and all of your work.