The Witness Within #76 The Middle Path
May 7, 2021
Explore the fascinating concepts of hypnotisms and magnetisms that distract us from our true path. Discover how inner inclinations lead us astray and why focusing on inner work is key to change. Balance spiritual surrender with the complexities of external life to avoid extremes. Learn to discern when to submit or resist, and the power of kindness over coercion. Musa emphasizes the wisdom of patience and the importance of modeling love as a magnetic force for positive change. The middle path is challenging but ultimately rewarding.
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Inner Causes Drive External Temptations
- Hypnotisms and magnetisms are external triggers that only attract us because of our internal inclinations.
- Musa Muhaiyaddeen stresses that change must begin by looking inward, not by attacking external magnets.
Danger Of Overemphasizing Externality
- External religious rules can become hypnotic when imposed by hierarchies that only see outward obedience.
- Musa Muhaiyaddeen warns that relying solely on external compliance disconnects people from the internal spiritual path.
Balance Inner Practice With Worldly Life
- Find a practical balance between internal spiritual practice and external worldly needs.
- Musa Muhaiyaddeen advises integrating both realms because pure withdrawal or pure externality fails.