Spiritual Psychosis vs Awakening: How to Tell the Difference and Stay Grounded

Not every intense spiritual experience is a smooth awakening. Sometimes, sudden energy surges from meditation, plant medicine, or trauma can tip into spiritual psychosis, a state of overwhelm that feels like divine revelation from the inside but chaos from the outside. This guide breaks down the difference between awakening, channeling, and psychosis, plus how to ground yourself when the cosmos comes rushing in.