How to Maintain Integrity as a Disciple

TLDRBeing a disciple is about integrity, not loyalty. You can follow multiple masters as long as you maintain dedication to the purpose. Deviating from the spiritual path is a lack of integrity. It's okay to love and respect multiple masters but focus on the teachings of the one you are following. Strive and make it work wherever you are.

Key insights

🧘‍♂️Being with a spiritual master is about integrity, not loyalty.

💔Deviation from the spiritual path is a lack of integrity.

💖It's okay to love and respect multiple masters but focus on the teachings of the one you are following.

🌟Make a conscious decision to build your life around a spiritual center.

💪Don't give up on your striving, maintain dedication to your spiritual path.

Q&A

Can I have more than one spiritual master?

—Yes, you can have multiple spiritual masters as long as you maintain integrity and dedication to the teachings of each.

Is it disrespectful to follow one master over another?

—No, it is not disrespectful. It is about focusing on the teachings of the master you are following and dedicating yourself to that path.

What if I fall in love or get married while on the spiritual path?

—It is important to make a conscious decision and prioritize your spiritual practice over other distractions. Maintain integrity and focus on the purpose for which you are on the path.

What if I feel drawn to a different spiritual path or master?

—If you feel drawn to a different path or master, it is important to make a conscious decision and follow that path wholeheartedly. Give yourself fully to where you feel called.

Should I have loyalty to one master?

—Loyalty is not necessary, it is about integrity and dedication to the teachings and path you choose to follow.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Being with a spiritual master is about integrity, not loyalty.

01:01Make a conscious decision to build your life around a spiritual center.

02:43If you feel drawn to a different path or master, make a conscious decision and follow that path wholeheartedly.

05:21It is important to prioritize your spiritual practice over other distractions. Maintain integrity and focus on your spiritual path.

06:36Maintain love and respect for everyone, but focus on the teachings of the master you are following.

07:13Treat everything with the same quality and see the spiritual in everything.

07:47Wherever you are, make it work and don't give up on your striving.

09:04Don't give up on your striving, maintain dedication to your spiritual path.

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