Mistaking Wonder for Wisdom: a Student’s Guide to the Pre/Trans Fallacy

Introduction When discussing spirituality, meditation, or altered states of mind, two recurring mistakes appear. Some critics dismiss the concept of “oneness” as naïve regression. Some enthusiasts celebrate immature feelings or emotional highs as a form of wisdom. This article offers … Continued

Idiot Compassion & Toxic Empathy: When “Kindness” Goes Wrong

 Translate to Slovenian now. Intro Imagine a scenario where a friend continually borrows money because of mismanaged finances, and, in an attempt to help, you lend them money every time without addressing the root of the problem. This kind of … Continued

Book Review: It’s Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People

Intro Manipulation, gaslighting, passive-aggressiveness, guilt induction, and sustained emotional invalidation can cause profound harm in relationships. Recognizing these patterns is a crucial first step toward change — and toward recovery. Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a licensed clinical psychologist and Professor Emerita … Continued

Spiritual Bypassing: When Spirituality Disconnects Us From What Really Matters: A Gentle, Grounded Review

Overview: What This Article Is and Why It Might Pinch a Little This article is a soft review of Spiritual Bypassing: When Spirituality Disconnects Us from What Really Matters by Robert Augustus Masters. With nearly three decades of experience as … Continued

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