[A profound spiritual crisis] What is a dark night of the soul?
. A dark night of the soul is a profound spiritual crisis typically characterized by feelings of despair, emptiness, and a sense of being disconnected from oneself, others, and the divine. This phenomenon refers to a period of intense inner turmoil and existential questioning that can lead to a profound transformation and spiritual growth. The Dark Night of the Soul forces you to face your shadow self. Your Shadows are the parts of yourself that you don’t like. This could show up as fear or hate, anger, rage, impatience or intolerance. Guilt, shame or apathy etcetera. Most people try to suppress these emotions and that’s why they keep showing up. What we resist persists. In the Dark Night, you have no choice but to face your shadows and learn how to integrate them into your life. That means learning to illuminate and ultimately love your Shadow aspects There are various triggers that can bring about a dark night of the soul experience. These triggers often stem from significant li...