Why you should not brag about your level of spirituality to others

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Spirituality is a deeply personal aspect of our lives. There are thousands of beliefs out there, and people have their reasons for believing in what they believe. Spiritual faith brings a tremendous comfort to those who have been through a lot. 
It becomes problematic, however, when the ego gets in the way. There are people out there that will brag about how far they are in their spiritual journey and do it in a way that makes you feel small. 

A person's spiritual journey is sacred, and there are many reasons why you should extend grace to others when sharing your story, and not brag about where you are in your journey:

1. Humility: Many spiritual traditions emphasize the importance of humility and modesty. Bragging about one's spirituality can be seen as contradictory to these values.
2. Authenticity: True spirituality often involves inner growth, self-reflection, and genuine connection with something greater than oneself. Bragging about spirituality may come across as insincere or inauthentic, undermining the genuine spiritual journey.
3. Comparison and Judgment: When someone brags about their spirituality, it can inadvertently lead to comparison and judgment among others. This can create a sense of superiority or inferiority, which is counterproductive to the principles of spirituality that often promote inclusivity and acceptance.
4. Ego Reinforcement: Bragging about spirituality can feed into the ego, reinforcing a sense of self-importance or superiority over others. This can detract from the humility and selflessness often associated with spiritual growth.
5. Misinterpretation: Others may misinterpret bragging about spirituality as a form of seeking attention or validation, rather than genuine spiritual insight or growth. This can lead to skepticism or distrust regarding the individual's intentions.
6. Harming Relationships: Constantly bragging about spirituality can strain relationships with friends, family, or colleagues who may not share the same beliefs or who may feel alienated by the perceived self-righteousness.
7. Focus on External Validation: Seeking validation or approval from others through bragging about spirituality can distract from the internal, personal journey that spirituality often entails. True spiritual growth is often about inner transformation rather than external validation.

It is so important to be graceful and compassionate when sharing your story. Speak with love and kindness. Listen. It is so important to listen, AND THEN speak. Just because you have achieved a level of spirituality, doesn't mean that you are better than others. It's important as a spiritual being to always be humble. This doesn't just apply to spiritual people; it applies to ALL people. This world gets in the way of our humility. The light in this world has dimmed because ego rules the roost. If we took a step back and tried to be humbler, we could lighten the fuck out of this world and be a prosperous people.