Psychedelics may open you to ineffable spiritual insights, feelings, and ideas. You may feel that you finally understand how “everything is connected,” that “everything is one,” and “it’s all love.” At the same time, you may wonder how to bring spirituality into your daily life, or how to create regular reminders of your experiences and connection to the Divine? Here, we propose a few possibilities you might consider.
You may find it beneficial to gather, study, and contemplate the works of spiritual teachers that inspire you. You may even be able to visit and spend time with some of these teachers. Their insights can help you remember important truths.
Rumi shows how pain is often necessary for growth: “The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” The Dalai Lama shares: “Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.” Amma teaches: “When we perceive goodness in everything, we will be filled with God's grace. That grace is the source of all success in life.”
To help you remember and maintain your connection to your teachers and their messages, you can create an altar with pictures or objects you find meaningful. Every altar is different, and there are no right or wrong ways to create yours. If you feel like your altar helps you connect with an essence both within and beyond yourself, you are on the right track. You can learn more about creating an altar here and here.
At certain times, you may wish to visit spiritual sites such as retreat centers, churches, mosques, temples, or monasteries. These places might offer opportunities to connect with communities of like-minded individuals. Feeling part of a larger community is integral to the integration process.
