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Spiritual Cultivation and Movement

Why might I not immediately reject spiritual movement I suspect is problematic?

English translation draft · Based on the Chinese article. This is not a word-for-word translation approved by Master Shengyuan.

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Helping understanding also requires considering readiness to hear. Hearing 'possibly an external spirit' may feel rejecting and stop discussion. I later began by listening and asking feelings before finding a suitable time to explain.

During YOYO's first movement I observed and asked seniors to supervise. Through later learning she gradually understood the sounds, motions, and weakness afterward. I wanted more than acceptance of a teacher's verdict: understanding her experience and differences mattered too.

Another woman enjoyed speaking spiritual language to her mirror until her reflected smile felt unfamiliar and frightening. Her initial account was unclear, and I did not want every inquiry to seem labeled external, so asked her to observe. About half a year later she still felt wrong and returned. This differs from YOYO wanting movement before a school bathroom mirror. Fun alone does not prove all is well. Clarify beginnings and changes.

Waiting for conditions means beginning where understanding and help are willingly accepted. If something already feels wrong, ask. Do not continue unclear activity merely to prove ability.

Talking later with Ming Fen, I recalled a male student who noticed uncoordinated limbs after practicing for some time and raised doubts. We then investigated and handled it together. About a year was that case's duration, not a mandatory wait before asking questions.

Newcomers should not hear only that everywhere else is wrong and we alone are right. Let them explain feelings, then discuss. This does not mean ignoring discomfort. Raise concerns instead of suppressing them to preserve an earlier account.

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