New? Here are Some Tips on Navigating Social Spiritual Spaces

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Whether you found your way into spirituality from rejecting religious norms, an interest in aliens, neurodivergence, hallucinogens, spontaneous awakening, or whatever, we all have come to the same conclusion. 

The universe is vastly different than we've been taught, and that we are more than just a physical body.

There are many different opinions on how the universe works, but ultimately, a spiritual awakening let's us experience a deeper sense of interconnectedness, inner peace, and a clearer understanding of purpose.

This is a deeply personal and individual journey that can only be done by trusting your own discernment. That IS the journey. Meeting and becoming your own sovereign self. 

It looks different for everyone, and no two experiences will be exactly alike. 

So the tips and advice that is following will only be about how to navigate online spiritual communities like this one. They are simply the things that I wish I would have known when entering this space. 

1. Trust your own discernment: 

This journey is all about finding and truly believing in your inner truths. If something feels off, it is better to leave it behind. Even this post!

2. Sharing your story:

Awakening is like falling in love with yourself, you want to paint it on the water tower and shout it from the rooftops! But, make sure that you become comfortable and feel safe online before sharing. Not because it's wrong, but because it is usually met with derision. And the last thing a new person needs instilled is doubt.  

3. Guidance with a price tag:

Gurus, cults and spiritual “influencers"  often prey on new and earnest seekers looking for knowledge. Money is better spent on books, meditation tracks (especially with binaural beats) or tools to learn yourself more easily, like pendulums or dowsing rods. Oracle and tarot cards come with a guide book and are easy to figure out. All connect you to your higher self. 

If you do feel particularly drawn to a person offering guidance, someone that is confident in their abilities should be willing to offer a free sample to prove their knowledge. 

4. Avoid bad actors and big egos: 

The same negative forces that prevent all from Awakening, are here in droves. Spiritual “trolling” is more common than “seeking” in these spaces. 

And because Awakening can inflate the ego, many here talk in absolutes and arguments. Avoid engaging with either type, they only serve themselves. 

5. Notice synchronicities:

Take interest and information from threads about what you've been currently internally questioning. There's usually some wisdom to be found there. 

6. Free Will is for everyone:

Our experiences are what form our reality. Yet, we still live in a collective one. Avoid anyone who uses their free will to avoid accountability and to remain firm in bigoted, untrue beliefs. “I have never personally seen racism, so I believe it, and the history books to be untrue.” This is called conspirituality and is a form of spiritual bypassing. 

7. I am Awake, I am Enough: 

Although true, this is used as another form of bypassing in which people reject internal growth because of being awakened. Awakening is about understanding that we already have the intrinsic value and traits inside of us to be whole. But those traits have to be brought to the surface with shadow work and self-introspection. It is not an excuse to harm others. Avoid these types as they discourage wisdom seeking and compassionate discourse. 

8. Use social spaces as a supplement, not a source:

The tools you used to get you here will also further you along on your journey. Meditation, breath work, and grounding, all should take priority. 

9. Enjoy finding your tribe:

Follow and interact with those who portray compassion and sincerity in conversation, as that energy exchange makes all the digging worth it. 

Feel free to add other tips below. 

Best of luck on your journey!