What Does it Mean to Be 'SPIRITUAL'?

Summary

This video challenges the conventional understanding of spirituality, critiquing the materialistic practices and external symbols often associated with it. The speaker emphasizes that spirituality is not about appearances, possessions, or rituals but is an inherent quality that everyone already possesses. True spirituality involves recognizing one's essence as spirit or consciousness, beyond labels or intellectual concepts. The message calls for a deeper understanding of spirituality, urging viewers to move beyond superficial identifications and to simply embody their true nature without attaching themselves to the identity of being 'spiritual.'

Takeaways

• 😀 Spirituality is often misunderstood as requiring a specific lifestyle, terminology, and material possessions.
• 😀 Many spiritual practices, like buying certain items or attending popular events, are materialistic in nature and don't reflect true spirituality.
• 😀 Spirituality is not something to 'become'—it is already inherent in everyone, beyond physical body, thoughts, or beliefs.
• 😀 Outward displays of spirituality, such as wearing specific clothes or adopting certain practices, do not determine whether someone is truly spiritual.
• 😀 True spirituality cannot be bought, and no amount of material wealth can make someone spiritually advanced.
• 😀 The essence of who we are, at our core, is spirit or consciousness, which is present in every person.
• 😀 It’s a misconception to think one can become spiritual through actions or appearances; you already are spiritual.
• 😀 Spirituality should not be used to create a sense of superiority or exclusivity over others.
• 😀 The label 'spiritual' can be used as a simple recognition of one's true nature but should not be used to foster ego or separation.
• 😀 Identifying as spiritual can lead to a trap of ego if attached to external labels or practices, limiting true spiritual growth.
• 😀 True spirituality involves going beyond all forms of identification, including the label 'spiritual,' and simply being.

Q & A

What does it mean to be spiritual according to the script?

Being spiritual isn't about adopting a particular lifestyle or following specific cultural practices. It is about recognizing your true essence, which is spirit or consciousness, and understanding that everyone possesses this essence.

How is materialism tied to the concept of spirituality?

Many things considered spiritual, like buying special clothes, setting up altars, and attending popular events, are actually materialistic. These are external actions that don't define true spirituality but are just external symbols or practices.

Can someone appear spiritually advanced by purchasing a particular lifestyle?

Yes, with enough money, one can buy spiritual objects, attend events, and dress in ways that make them appear spiritually advanced. However, this appearance doesn't reflect true spiritual growth or awareness.

What is the core essence of being spiritual?

At the core, being spiritual is about recognizing that we are not our physical body, thoughts, or beliefs, but rather the spirit or consciousness that transcends all these things.

Why can't someone become spiritual by merely adopting certain practices or labels?

Spirituality is not something to be achieved through practices or labels. It is already inherent in every individual, so attempting to become spiritual through actions or appearances is a delusion.

What does it mean to call oneself 'spiritual'?

Calling oneself spiritual can be a matter of convenience, as a recognition that at the core, everyone is spirit. However, it should not be used to create division or superiority over others.

How does identifying as spiritual create a false sense of superiority?

If someone identifies as spiritual and believes it makes them better or superior to others, they are misunderstanding the true meaning of spirituality. Spirituality is about recognizing equality, not about ranking people.

What is the danger of attaching to the label of 'spiritual'?

Attaching to the label of 'spiritual' can lead to an ego trap, where one gets caught in the concept of being spiritual and continues to seek validation, which is counterproductive to true spiritual growth.

What does it mean to go beyond the label of 'spiritual'?

To truly embody your spiritual nature, you must go beyond the label of 'spiritual.' It's about dropping the need for labels altogether and simply being, without the need to categorize or define yourself.

How can someone truly embody their spiritual nature?

To embody your true spiritual nature, you must let go of all forms of identification, including the label 'spiritual,' and simply be without any need for external validation or conceptual thinking.