But the clarity, or enlightenment that we experience only benefits us if it leads to decisive action, and we utilize the tools we gain as a way of life. In my experience, we seek the spiritual journey when we are in trouble and are only looking for answers rather than a means to tap into our spiritual nature. In essence, when we get the answer, we seek or get a sense of validation for our circumstances; we run back to our ego state of being and resist our connection.