For the Mystic
Ancient Traditions
Mystic
The ancients spoke of human involvement with the divine. It has been the practice of so many to seek the divine experientially. But such a path can have its intensity, enough to overwhelm the psyche. In the long run, the mystic path toward awareness and connection has transformational quality. Before one arrives, though, the journey can be scary and rocky.
'Psychotic-Like'
Mystical experiences can generate major shifts in the psyche, sense of self, and relationship to the world. Some call it 'psychotic-like'. But this does not mean pathological. Some great minds--Carl G. Jung and others--see 'psychosis' as carrying potential for transformation. Nevertheless, 'psychosis' should be taken seriously.
Trauma
Who would think that one's pursuit for God can cause trauma? Such an experience can easily lead us to think we've done something wrong. Fortunately, with the help of a therapist the mystic can slow down those internal eruptions enough to activate a necessary healing.