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Scenario

When mystical experiences isolate you from community

Every time I try to describe my prayer experiences to my small group they look at me like I'm speaking another language, and I'm starting to feel completely alone in my faith journey.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The ineffable nature of contemplative experience creates a chasm between those who taste mystery directly and those who encounter faith through conventional means.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Christian mysticism — the contemplative tradition?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.