In 2018, ‘truth’ is a slippery concept indeed. Many people are proudly ‘speaking their truth’ which seems like a difficult thing to do without first establishing what truth is. I propose that truth is, by its very nature, inarguable. Unfortunately, this definition doesn’t help matters much, because most people are unable to accurately discern what…
Surely, one might think, there is no more unproblematic injunction in the self-help industry, and in popular spiritual culture, than ‘love yourself’. Well, think again. When people try to heed this seemingly salutary command, it can lead them into a whole mess of trouble. I’ll first describe some of those issues, then I’ll share the…
Read on for insight into the life and musings of Tantrika’s Media Manager, Stuart Williams Team Tantrika Spotlight Interview Please use image of dimensions 653×653 21 JULY 2020 STUART WILLIAMS Read on for insight into the life and musings of Tantrika’s Media Manager, Stuart Williams WHAT YOU DO (FOR TANTRIKA) I’m not one for titles…
Surely, one might think, there is no more unproblematic injunction in the self-help industry, and in popular spiritual culture, than ‘love yourself’. Well, think again. When people try to heed this seemingly salutary command, it can lead them into a whole mess of trouble. I’ll first describe some of those issues, then I’ll share the…
The self-help industry has perpetuated the story that the purpose of human life is psychological and/or spiritual growth, and that this growth inevitably leads to the actualization of your ‘innate potential’ and the manifestation of the best version of you. Near Enemy #8: I Want To Be My Best Self By- HAREESH WALLIS, January 31,…
In the alternative spirituality scene and New Age scene, the idea of “finding your soul’s purpose” or “giving your unique gift” is currently popular—indeed its desirability is almost wholly unquestioned. In this post, however, I will argue that it is a Near Enemy to the Truth. Near Enemy #7: Finding Your Soul’s Purpose By- HAREESH…
