Musings

I told myself I would update this blog somewhat frequently. So even if I don't have time to write anything elaborate or careful, I figure I should use it to jot down ideas, just so they don't disappear into the ether of my mind.

At some point I would like to write more about something Paul and I began discussing last night: There are many different types of "spiritual experiences" to be had. Many of the different religions have grown as a means to organize and codify those specific experiences. Types of experiences differ based on cultural background, inherent disposition, and information one is currently exposed to. I'm sure there are countless other factors; I just can't think of them right now.

Mainly, I am trying to work out if some experiences are more authentic than others. I assume there are. I assume certain experiences are more tainted by illusion than others. For example, if someone sees the Virgin Mary standing in his bedroom versus someone coming into contact with the Atman during a deep state of Samadhi. Or, the experience of kundalini rising. What are the differences? Is the source of these experiences the same? And it is just a matter of pulling back the veils -- the koshas -- in order to witness what is truly driving these things?

Again, I want to explore these things... I just don't have the time today. Many times I've wished I could wear a small video camera at all times, to record the happenings of my life. That way I could locate interesting conversations and experiences and relive them for further understanding. I am much better in conversation than in any other form of communication. I love reacting to people, and using their ideas to fuel my own and vice-versa. Remebering all of those points and then trying to write them down is less easy. It could be that I am merely out of practice with writing. It is a craft like any other, after all. I need to remind myself of this. I need to look at my spiritual practice, and see how that's evolved in a relatively short period of time. Where would my writing be in, say, two years time, if I practiced every day?