Human Relationships and the Concept of Judgment

[Ohr Ein Sof]

I can't say that I can relate to that point of view Ray. In my experience my faith is not shaken by this contact, but others are positively affected by contact with me. I agree that attachment should not be of the needy type.

My understanding of what Ra meant does not result in estrangement but on the contrary it results in you not being pulled into the problems of others, even if they are trying to have a problem with you. Not by remaining away but by remaining unswayed.

But certainly if one feels they cannot be themselves while in the presence of non spiritual people, then maybe a change in relationships is mandated.

The other thing is that often these people will be glad to have philosophical discussions even if not spiritual per se. I find that we can discuss concepts very close to the Law of One while only using the language of philosophy.

The Material does say "bonds" it does not say "unswayed". Pardon, but I think you both are seeing the quote out of context; slightly.
And we are speaking of the life of an adept not the life of a common person learning spirituality, spiritual concepts, learning to apply them to one's life and becoming more aware of its interior environment. Much must take place before we could call ourself an adept or even an initiate (one who has been initiated into the mysteries).