Am I Angry or Bitter?
Am I feeling inner negativity? From some of my posts, it might come across that way, but the truth is: I am neither angry nor bitter. I’ve forgiven even those who wronged me — not because they necessarily sought forgiveness, but because I value my own peace.
On a personal level, I feel calm and content with life. That said, when I engage with social and spiritual topics, there is a sense of annoyance that shows up.
Why My Tone Sounds Firm
Recently, my mother told me that Shambhala is a real physical place because she heard someone claim it on YouTube. I had to correct that. Multiple ancient texts describe it as symbolic — a coded way of pointing to something peaceful rather than an actual geographical destination.
I’ve also seen how unfamiliar many people are with ideas like self-initiation. When I share that such concepts exist in the scriptures, I often have to provide direct textual references just to get people to pause and reconsider.
Then there are those who misread and misrepresent both scripture and science. For example, some claim that the Toba volcanic eruption erased all evidence of ancient faith in India. But scientific research shows that Toba did not erase evidence even in regions much closer to it; so such claims don’t hold up to scrutiny.
The list of misinformation goes on. And when I see people in robes — fraudulent, misguided, or simply uninformed — presenting themselves as authorities, it genuinely troubles me.
This makes my tone firm. Not out of hatred for individuals, but out of concern for the confusion being spread.
My Stance On This
I have chosen to read the scriptures directly — line by line, with contemplation. I also follow the step-by-step approach recommended by scholars, rather than picking verses and texts at random.
And what I’m discovering is enlightening. At the same time, it makes the spread of misinformation all the more frustrating to witness.
So no, I am not angry at any individual. But yes, I am annoyed by the way fantasy, fear, and half-truths are being promoted in the name of spirituality; often for attention, influence, or personal gain.
If my tone sounds firm at times, it’s because clarity in faith matters to me. Truth deserves careful presentation — something that is far too often neglected.
