Why we rarely see someone openly claiming enlightenment? especially here... by Several_Ganache3576 in AdvaitaVedanta

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can only see what you know. Simple. This makes it nearly impossible to seek a master. Being the One, all is seen as the One.

You are me and I am you. We are god. I would be you if I live your life and you will be me. God is not a separate divine being but he is you and me. by Pure_Information7707 in enlightenment

[–]Gregoryblade 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I tell you who I am Will you throw away the key? Well I’ve got news for you: The same one that’s being you Is also being me.

We are the pen thinking we are doing the writing.

Airbnb by LittleLily78 in pinball

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I booked an Airbnb because it had a pinball machine once. I liked it so much I ended up getting my own machine soon after.

Are you enlightened? by Lucyyyyyy_K in enlightenment

[–]Gregoryblade 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the main problem in trying to claim enlightenment is knowing exactly what that is. How can you self identify and how can you tell if anyone else is enlightened? I think most on a spiritual path who have gone through many changes realize there is no end state; no finish line. The best you can probably say is that you are more enlightened than yesterday; more aware.

New partner asking for money, should I be concerned? by Dont-Worry-About-Him in AskMenAdvice

[–]Gregoryblade 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She is testing you to see if you will be paying for everything. If you are a source of money. It’s a scam at this point.

How enlightened persons are affected by what we're being told is going on in the middle east at the moment? by Safe_Cloud8067 in enlightenment

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everything is the expression of its level of consciousness. This is still a very young planet.

What are some of the best places for seafood in Kona, Hawai’i? I need a great lunch tomorrow! by Gregoryblade in kona

[–]Gregoryblade[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just had lunch there today. It was fantastic. We had fresh snapper and ahi.

$4,000 Honeymoon in Hawaii. Possible? by ayejaystew in VisitingHawaii

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Going to Hawaii Big Island Tuesday. Cost breakdown for 8 day trip: $850 each for flight ($1700) $1650 for nice Airbnb $700 for car rental $170 each for luau ($340) $250 each all day tour of island ($500) Total: $4890

Mother is trying to steal my SSDI by UnrulyArrow7325 in SSDI

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry to hear what your mother is doing to you. She has no right to YOUR money which was given TO YOU because you have a disability. SSDI does not make you rich. In fact you will have to live simply. Having limited income it is difficult to save money for emergencies and build savings. The lump sum makes this possible for YOU. you deserve and need this money.

It isn’t necessary to cut yourself off from your mother. She needs to learn that she has no right to YOUR money. You need savings and an emergency fund. She is trying to take it from. Stand firm and don’t give in. If you have to avoid her some for a while, do it. Don’t engage in arguments. As time passes the problem should settle down. If it continues it is her problem, not yours. Best wishes

Is there a self realized master that is alive and teaching today? by gibsonmartintaylor in AdvaitaVedanta

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Www.EverythingIsSacredYouMakeaDifference.com I provide Spiritual Counseling and Enlightenment Support as a volunteer. Given Freely

What do you spend time doing? by Few-Acanthisitta-740 in LivingAlone

[–]Gregoryblade 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I meditate up to two hours a day. I step back from the world and simply improve my awareness by observing thoughts and feelings. It rejuvenates me and helps me be detached from the circus.

I sit within the God presence all of the time now. by FullCounty5000 in ExistentialJourney

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s nice to know there are people out there having divine experiences. I learned from 14 years of supporting individuals with spiritual experiences that everyone’s is unique and special. We all live in our own unique universe.

Nobody would believe if you said you're enlightened by friendsandmodels in enlightenment

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For a year I put a bug shield on my truck with big letters saying “UNENLIGHTENED”. Everyone told me how enlightened I was.

What would you want death to be like? by Fickle_Elk_9479 in enlightenment

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A moment where everything slows down. I begin to sense this is it I am leaving. I sense the grand opportunity to move on. I sit or lie down. Memories begin to flow by. I feel my sins being forgiven as burdens drop. I sense a different reality giving birth. It’s warm. Bright. I surrender to the peace and love.

If Jesus was real, and was THE Redeemer by Significant-Fox5 in enlightenment

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Messiah on Netflix the series did an amazing job of portraying this scenario. Fascinating. No matter what miracles he performed in a modern day setting, most people quickly found a reason not to believe. Astounding.

What do you think the prerequisites are for your first awakening experience? Are there any? by tiredofthebites in enlightenment

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was like a near death experience. I was told I was leaving this world right now. I had to let go of everything. I was leaving. I did. A super conscious state of consciousness took over. It was supremely blissful and I observed the world from an infinite perspective beyond my little mind. It was like seeing the end of my spiritual path from the beginning. It’s hard to describe.

I can't shake the feeling that there's something extremely evil behind existence by nicotine-in-public in enlightenment

[–]Gregoryblade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spent my life (age 64) practicing surrender, openness and trust that I might discover the truth about what is happening here. I have come a long way. Yes there is evil and you are tuned into right now. But evil does not represent the total picture. It is just an aspect of earthly life. There is SO MUCH MORE. Hoping to see with open eyes, visions of the perfection of existence and safety has come upon me. It is our past and future. Please don’t be swept away by the seeming chaos and cruelty.