Needing Others To Do Spiritual Work

I read The Book of Secrets twice and enjoyed it very much. However, I feel as to practice what is in this beautiful book, you need the people around you to come with you and join you in your journey otherwise they call you eccentric if they don’t understand your method of changing. I feel as I am alone in this boat and sailing in this amazing ocean by myself and see people look at me in a different way when they find out I am actually practicing this book. It is hard to believe as how many people out there going against humanity lie, cheat and bully.
I want to know how I would practice the book and all in there when nobody else is doing it? How do you respond when someone reads your book and call it heavy or extremely out there. I understand a lot of the topics and some things are not that clear, but all in all I get the message and I am going to keep practicing it. But please respond as what my answer would be to these people. It makes me realize as one of the subjects was about our environment being a reflection of ourselves. I feel a bit bad about myself when I see my environment and I don’t want to admit it reflect who I am. But I guess that is part of knowing myself better in order to change. Once again I thank you for this amazing book and look forward your respond.

Trusting Your Gut

Can you tell me if I am mislead in my belief that when you are following your right path, following your destiny, then everything should be smooth sailing and without obstacles? Do bad events and pain mean that somewhere you have taken a wrong turn? My relationship has recently ended and through all the ups and downs I never thought us to be anything but soul mates. With exception of those that have died I have never before had to let go of love. I have never had to reject what is in my heart to obey my brain. This feels wrong but the only option I have to move on. I am also confused because where I am now feels oddly like where I am supposed to be. A tragic event occurred whilst we were together which I would give ANYTHING to change but without this happening I would not be where I am now. How could my heart have betrayed me and led me towards something so bad? If I cannot trust my heart to lead me in the right direction and away from hurt then what do I trust? My gut instinct has always been my compass but now I am lost.

Ask Deepak: How to Reach Spiritual Enlightenment

Each week,  Deepak Chopra responds to Oprah.com users’ questions with enlightening advice to help them live their best lives.

Q: Is it man’s purpose to seek and reach enlightenment? What are the obstacles to reaching enlightenment, and how does one overcome these obstacles? I preach positive thinking to all that are around me, yet sometimes I find myself feeling hopeless and can’t get out of the rut. Please help. Thank you.

— Claudette Y., Fair Oaks, California

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Activity To Stabilize Joy

My mind is swimming away from the physical reality all the time. I find myself very often in the transcendental state, which gives me lots of joy, however it is hard for me to function in the physical world as my mind escapes so often to those states of bliss. Could you advise me which kind of job would be best for me in which I could fully employ my mind and ground me properly?

Evaluating Psychic Healers

I recently met a self-proclaimed psychic who says I have a generational curse that has closed off my chakras, making it impossible to find true happiness. She says she can clear the blockages, eliminate curses, etc. by her meditation and powerful healing rituals. She uses crystals, tarot cards, candles and various other items. Do you give this type of “spiritual healing” and “cleansing” any credence? I know shamans and holy men are used in many cultures. She did seem to have an uncanny knowledge of aspects of myself and those around me. Of course, it is not inexpensive to have this type of healing…