OUR GREATEST DISTRACTIONS IN 21ST CENTURY

In our modern world, we are constantly bombarded with distractions. From the moment we wake up until the moment we go to bed, we are surrounded by a never-ending stream of information, entertainment, and stimulation. Whether it's scrolling through social media, binge-watching TV shows, or checking our email every five minutes, these distractions can easily consume our time and attention. But what is the cost of these distractions from a spiritual perspective. From a spiritual perspective, the distractions of the modern world can be seen as a great impediment to our spiritual growth and development. Many spiritual traditions teach that in order to connect with our true nature or the divine, we must quiet our minds and cultivate a state of inner stillness and awareness. This requires us to be present in the moment and to focus our attention on what is truly important. However, the constant barrage of distractions in our modern world makes it difficult to cultivate this state of inner...