Category: Spirituality?

The Origins of Andalusian Mysticism

ChatGPT: Sufism, also known as Islamic mysticism, is a complex and diverse tradition that cannot be easily defined. While it is often associated with the Middle East, Sufism also developed in Andalusia, the southern part of the Iberian Peninsula, during the Middle Ages. This unique mystical tradition was distinct from the Sufism of the East and was influenced by neoplatonism and the Safa philosophy. Read More

Tantra and Nonduality

“… both Tantra and non-duality are about going beyond duality and recognizing that form arises within the formless. While Tantra may use physical practices as a gateway to the formless, there can be a danger of becoming attached to those practices. Non-duality, on the other hand, can sometimes lead to an avoidance or denial of form. Ultimately, both paths lead to a collapse of the separation between self and other, and an intimacy with all things.” Read More

Normalitivity & Pathologizing

… the social epidemic of pathologizing people and why it’s important to correct. We’ll also explore how understanding this issue plays a significant part in one’s spiritual and contemplative life. Read More