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Exploring the Dangers and Challenges of Spiritual Practices
The dangers and challenges of spiritual practices lie in the potential for individuals to misinterpret their progress and get worse rather than better. Engaging in practices such as prayer without understanding the underlying narratives can lead to negative outcomes. It is crucial to grasp the larger story embedded in spiritual practices to avoid unintended consequences. This insight is highlighted through examples such as prayer diaries from the slaveholding South, where prayers reflected harmful beliefs about slavery. Additionally, the underestimation of practices like leisure can lead to failures and overlooked growth opportunities in spiritual development.