That was a great article Open. I used to defend myself all the time once my awakening kicked into full gear and my BF and I were growing apart. I finally left the relationship a couple of months ago and gave him total silence for almost a month. His judgments and attacks on my spirituality had been so endless and frequent that one day, I too, found myself just laughing out loud during his rant. He asked what was so funny and I told him I was in a very good mood. That threw a curve ball to him. So he stopped ranting once he realized I was not going to participate in those endless loops again. We are now friends but the entire mood has changed. No more endless loops. He's free to be himself and think as he wishes and I'm free to continue my spiritual growth in peace. I noticed he's much more considerate now. Maybe he learned something and will grow from it. I appreciate you for always having these articles at the perfect time in my life. Thank you!