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The Guru Mirage: Unmasking the Illusion of Enlightenment

Thomas A. Vik
3 min readSep 4, 2023

Ok, so you’re on a quest for enlightenment…

…and you think a guru is your golden ticket.

Let’s get one thing straight: gurus are people, not gods. Why should you care? Because you’re about to invest your time, energy, and maybe even your sanity in someone who claims to have all the answers.

Let’s dissect this illusion, shall we?

The Charisma Trap

The Allure of the Magnetic Personality…

You meet a guru. They radiate wisdom, serenity, and a magnetic charm that draws you in.

You think, “This is it. I’ve found the one.” Hold on, cowboy. Charisma is a tool, not a sign of enlightenment. Hitler had charisma. So did Charles Manson. Charisma can be a smokescreen for narcissism, manipulation, and infantile delusions.

Don’t confuse the glow for the gold.

The Bliss Mirage

The Emotional High Isn’t Enlightenment…

You sit in their presence. You feel bliss, oneness, a sense of transcendence.

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Thomas A. Vik
Thomas A. Vik

Written by Thomas A. Vik

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