Psychologically, this mirrors Jung’s concept of individuation. We’re turning inward, treating our own minds as the primary temple. In Tarot, this is exactly what The Hermit represents: solitary reflection, carrying a lantern through the dark. But here’s the friction: when spirituality becomes hyper-individualized, what happens to community? We lose the shared liturgy, the collective rhythm, and the accountability of showing up for others. Energy healing and mystic science thrive in isolation, but they struggle to scale into something that actually binds people together.

I’ve tried building a looser network through shared moon rituals and journal prompts, but it still feels fragmented. Panpsychism—the idea that consciousness isn’t just human, but woven into nature itself—helps reframe this. If awareness permeates the world, then our solo practices aren’t just self-help; they’re dialogue with the earth. But without a communal anchor, that dialogue risks becoming an echo chamber.

So I’m curious: has anyone else felt this shift? When the church pews empty out and we retreat into our own sanctuaries, do we lose the glue that holds society together, or is a new, decentralized form of community emerging? I’d love to hear how you’re navigating the tension between solo spiritual practice and collective belonging.