
Examining Mysticism in Today's Culture
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Exploring Guilt, Performance, and Spirituality in Modernity
The modern sense of guilt is no longer tied to sin before a holy God, but is more centered on personal disappointment and a feeling of not living up to one's potential. This guilt often stems from the constant need for performance and comparison with others, leading individuals to seek spirituality for coping and finding individual meaning. In modern spirituality, there is a shift towards a focus on personal transformation and encountering the transcendent without the necessity of a personal God. This trend is seen as a response to the pressure of always striving to achieve more in a culture of competition and self-performance.
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