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What are the signs of spiritual bypassing in advanced meditation?

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Spiritual bypassing is a common pitfall in advanced meditation practices, where individuals use spiritual beliefs or practices to avoid facing unresolved emotional or psychological issues. This can manifest as an overemphasis on positivity, detachment, or transcendence, while neglecting the necessar...

What are the risks of over-attachment to elevated meditative experiences?

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Over-attachment to elevated meditative experiences can lead to several risks, including spiritual bypassing, emotional imbalance, and a disconnection from everyday life. When meditators become overly focused on achieving or maintaining heightened states of consciousness, they may neglect their emoti...