The concept of "awakening" is highly varied across different spiritual and philosophical traditions, so I teach universally accepted list of 11 steps in my course
However, based on common themes in traditions like Buddhism, Yoga, and various forms of spiritual growth, here are 11 generalized steps often associated with a path of awakening, summarized concisely:
* 1️⃣ Disillusionment: Recognizing the inherent suffering and emptiness in ordinary life.
* 2️⃣ Intention Setting: Committing to the path of inner truth and transformation.
* 3️⃣ Self-Inquiry: Deeply questioning one's identity, beliefs, and reality.
* 4️⃣ Mindfulness Practice: Cultivating non-judgmental awareness of the present moment.
* 5️⃣ Shadow Work: Acknowledging and integrating suppressed psychological aspects.
* 6️⃣ Ego Dissolution: Observing and transcending the limitations of the small, conditioned self.
* 7️⃣ Developing Compassion: Expanding empathy and love toward all beings.
* 8️⃣ Non-Attachment: Releasing dependence on outcomes, possessions, and sensory pleasures.
* 9️⃣ Energy Cultivation: Activating and balancing internal spiritual or vital energy (Prana or Chi).
* 🔟 Direct Perception: Experiencing reality without the filter of conceptual thought.
* 1️⃣1️⃣ Integration/Embodiment: Living from this higher state, unifying the spiritual and ma
terial life.