I used to have vivid experiences during spiritual practice, but after returning to a stressful living situation they gradually faded. Meditation is difficult there, and trying to force a connection has not helped. How can I approach this without making things worse?
Why might my energy practice feel like it stopped working?
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Stress, lack of privacy, poor sleep, and pressure to notice something can all change how vivid an inner experience feels. That doesn’t prove anything supernatural has been taken away, and it doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Maybe pause the goal of sensing energy for a while. Try a brief, low-pressure practice focused on ordinary sensations, like noticing your feet on the floor or the temperature of a mug. If nothing unusual happens, that’s still a useful observation.
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I’d treat the change as a shift in your experience, not as proof that you need to push harder. Set a time limit, keep the practice gentle, and stop if it ramps up frustration or fear. You can still use practical steps to improve your situation and feel safer, rather than relying on energy work to solve those problems. If the experiences become frightening, disrupt daily life, or you feel unable to cope, consider talking with a healthcare professional.
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MossyTeacup:
A short practice that doesn’t depend on seeing or feeling anything specific might be easier to manage in a stressful space.