11-11-2012, 10:24 AM
Personally, the concept of progressing through STO/STS paths seems like two sides of the same philosophy on the most common way for spiritual growth. I dont see them as the only paths out there, but the STO/STS path will be "easier" to travel on, if only because there are a lot of guides along the way. Then again I find boolean systems to be quaint, and really just a synthetic way of boiling down a much broader, vibrant reality into an easy to communicate condensation of the wider possibilities.
Perhaps my "disconnect" with the STO/STS perspective stems from a proper understanding of the terms "others" and "self". I think by and large we assume we know what these terms mean, and we draw greater meaning on what we feel the manifestation of these definitions would look like. As is the case with many things, interpretations and translations are often dubious if not outright spurious.
Desire to make growth and progress under the perceived deadline of a harvest may be pressuring people to grab the most expedient methods at their fingertips. Uncertain if they will "make the cut" some may be pushing forward with zeal along the path that makes the most sense at this moment. This may work for some, not for others, cant really say.
Then again I don't really feel pressured by some impending end to the cycle, which may end up being some egg on my face followed by some remedial learning, haha.
Ciest la Vie
The Dude abides
Hail Eris!
Perhaps my "disconnect" with the STO/STS perspective stems from a proper understanding of the terms "others" and "self". I think by and large we assume we know what these terms mean, and we draw greater meaning on what we feel the manifestation of these definitions would look like. As is the case with many things, interpretations and translations are often dubious if not outright spurious.
Desire to make growth and progress under the perceived deadline of a harvest may be pressuring people to grab the most expedient methods at their fingertips. Uncertain if they will "make the cut" some may be pushing forward with zeal along the path that makes the most sense at this moment. This may work for some, not for others, cant really say.
Then again I don't really feel pressured by some impending end to the cycle, which may end up being some egg on my face followed by some remedial learning, haha.
Ciest la Vie
The Dude abides
Hail Eris!