A.H. Almaas Diamond Approach
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y

 

States and Stations

The condition of having isolated experiences of an essential aspect is termed by the Sufis the stage of the hal; the experience is still a state. A state is contrasted with a station (maqam) when the essential aspect is made one's own, when it is attained by one's own efforts and established permanently by such efforts. That an essential aspect has become a station does not mean it is always present. This condition exists after it is just established, but as other aspects emerge they will displace it. In this case, a station means that the aspect is permanently available; it is present whenever the situation requires it. (Essence, pg 156)

 

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States and transformation

Experiencing an essential state affects some people in such a way that the experience deeply transforms their life, shifting their whole orientation and perspective. Whether this happens seems to have to do with expectations that the person has, or what the person is already valuing and idealizing. It has to do with that person’s focus… Also, it depends on the depth of a person’s interest and love for the truth itself. (Diamond Heart Book 4, pg 73)

 

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Station

A station means that a quality of Essence is present whenever there is a need. When you are yourself as a station, you are no longer being guided, you have matured. (Diamond Heart Book 2, pg 210)