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As “New Age” spirituality has exploded in popularity, “spiritual influencers” have emerged. This ranges from astrologers on TikTok to music artists who infuse frequencies into their music.
Many of these influencers share information with their followers about trending topics such as witchcraft, religion, and astrology.
However, the question of course arises as to whether this information is reliable. More importantly, is it safe?
In 2020, New Age spirituality gained immense popularity, especially on TikTok. It has become popular with a large number of influencers, many of whom share similar beliefs. astral projectionaliens, and how Aquarius age He will save us all.
After quarantine was lifted and people returned to “normal” lives, the popularity of New Age spirituality waned. Lately, it’s been back in the spotlight, but for all the wrong reasons.
When I return to my own online spiritual community, it is clear why.
At first, this content seems light-hearted and sometimes silly. There is a lot of positive content such as healing. Reiki And crystals. However, when we dig deeper into some of these beliefs, concerns begin to arise.
Several influencers are promoting “natural remedies” (which can be useful within reason) for serious illnesses, leading their followers to believe that they can cure illnesses that require professional treatment. .
Some people promote ideas like “.starseed‘ has been proven to be. racists and ableists origin.
Influencer and singer Shannyn Blake has been heavily criticized recently. Facilitate Exactly these ideas. One of the big things she’s been criticized for is for claiming to have “cured” her own kidney infection, an infection that can be fatal if not treated by a medical professional. It’s about being there.
Such beliefs show how easily a person can fall into spiritual psychosis. Spiritual psychosis is a phenomenon in which people delve deep into spirituality and begin to lose touch with reality and rational thinking.
This is also seen with cult leaders who often believed themselves to be prophets of God. On a less serious level, as mentioned above, it is seen in people who believe they are starseeds.
Many self-proclaimed “starseeds” have exaggerated egos (although some believe they are experiencing a “starseed”).death of egoThey believe they are on Earth for a higher purpose or at a higher “vibration” than other humans.
In general, spiritual psychosis can be very dangerous if not detected and treated in a timely manner. It’s not just about having an ego or believing you’re at a higher frequency than humans. You can quickly put someone or those around them at risk.
Unfortunately, there were multiple instances like this regarding the solar eclipse in early April of this year.one woman killed his own children and partner before committing suicide. Her social media showed that she is an astrologer who frequently shares conspiracies regarding solar eclipses.
another woman went mass shooting During the solar eclipse, she claimed that God told her to do it.
At the mass level, it is very easy for vulnerable people to fall into spiritual psychosis. As more people turn to spiritual services, so do the predatory people who take advantage of them.
I’ve personally seen several “spiritual coaches” trying to sell courses full of information (and costing thousands of dollars, of course) that will (supposedly) solve all of your life’s problems. But none of these people can provide reliable sources behind what they are selling.
This is reminiscent of religious cults preying on the weak and selling them the idea that they will be saved from damnation and misery.
It is important to note that not all new age spiritualists are extremists who regularly experience psychosis. It is just as easy to fall into spiritual psychosis as it is to fall into a “diabolical panic.”
I’m not entirely sure if many of the “New Age” practices are legitimate, but I think many of them are reasonable if used judiciously.
If you think you or someone you know is experiencing psychosis, please seek help.
National Alliance on Mental Illness, 800-950-NAMI (6264); info@nami.org
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