I agree that mystical events are real. I had a whole bunch in my younger years, thanks to the illegal pharmecutical industry.
As an athiest, I also have meditated for long periods of time, and have had experiences related to the chemical (naturally, this time, I'm too old for that other stuff!) reactions in my brain. The difference is that I know them for what they are, and I do not assign them to a pooka or other imaginary spiritual friend.
They are cool when they happen. Just enjoy the ride without making up a story about it.
As an athiest, I also have meditated for long periods of time, and have had experiences related to the chemical (naturally, this time, I'm too old for that other stuff!) reactions in my brain. The difference is that I know them for what they are, and I do not assign them to a pooka or other imaginary spiritual friend.
They are cool when they happen. Just enjoy the ride without making up a story about it.
“I've done everything the Bible says — even the stuff that contradicts the other stuff!"— Ned Flanders