This link was included in what I was writing about in the previous article. I sort of liked what it said so I thought I would share it:

 begin quote from Google AI regarding enligthenment and ascension:

Enlightenment is a sudden and complete realization of one's true, formless nature, bringing profound clarity, peace, and freedom from the illusion of the separate self, while Ascension is the ongoing, dynamic process of transforming one's consciousness from an unconscious, ego-driven existence to a state of heightened spiritual awareness, manifesting the truths gained through enlightenment in daily life. Ascension can be seen as the integration of spiritual insight into lived experience, evolving from personal to universal identity. 

Enlightenment

• A State of Being:

  Enlightenment is often described as a final, transformative moment of deep understanding and complete clarity of mind, where the mistaken identity of being a separate person or ego dissolves. 

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Ascension

• A Transformative Process:

  Ascension is the dynamic process of "waking up" from a long sleep of unconsciousness to a deeply aware and self-responsible life. 

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• What is the difference between enlightenment and ascension?

  Jul 20, 2022 — Our true nature stands revealed, and we no longer identify with being a person as we had previously. Enlightenment for...

  

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Profound Realization:

It's a realization of one's true nature as pure, infinite awareness, completely free and changeless. 

End of the Search:

For some, enlightenment marks the end of the personal quest for spiritual understanding, replacing it with a state of knowing. 

Buddhist Connection:

In Eastern traditions, it can also refer to the cessation of disturbing emotions and desires, leading to supreme Buddhahood or a profound understanding of non-dual reality. 

Shift in Identity:

It involves transitioning from a finite, personal sense of self to an infinite, universal one, and from an individual mind to a universal consciousness. 

Integrating Awareness:

It can be the continuous practice of living from a new, fundamental understanding of reality, experiencing deeper insights and ongoing spiritual growth. 

Inner Transformation:

The process of ascension involves significant inner shifts, often accompanied by challenges and introspection, including shadow work, trauma understanding, and forgiveness, leading to a more conscious life. 

Raising Vibration:

In some perspectives, ascension involves raising one's vibrational frequency, leading to a lighter, more harmonious, and luminous state of being. 

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