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How to tell the difference between spiritual seeking and escapism

I'm planning a pilgrimage to process my divorce but I'm afraid I'm just running away from dealing with my life

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More people experience this than they realize.

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The seeker struggles to distinguish between authentic spiritual calling and the desire to flee difficult circumstances, questioning whether geography can facilitate genuine inner work.

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