Belief in mysticism continues to impede human progress. People distract themselves with fantasy rather than face reality for what it is. I believe mystic belief, that is, belief in the existence of things for which there is no evidence of existence, is one of the greatest obstacles for human beings progressing beyond their current state of ignorance and petty tribalism.
All mystic based religious (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Wicca, Scientology etc.) followers are mentally ill, suffering from delusions, talking to themselves, and otherwise showing signs of a disconnect between themselves and reality.
Facing reality for what it is, devoid of meaning, is hard. It is difficult to define the meaning of life for onself. It is depressing to think that when we die our existence has ceased. It is just as depressing to look at the world that human beings have created for themselves and realize that this is all there is. All these things the free and honest individual must do in order to face the reality of their existence.
It is not easy, but it is necessary.
