This talk by Ann Mathie was given at the 2023 Conference of the Institute of Consciousness Research. It is quite technical and challenging, but also I think outlines a helpful path through the potential pitfalls and distractions on the spiritual awakening path. Well worth a watch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfpdjvb8hXg&list=PL6cUJ4WO8n0jfN45eK6rDJH3nnzHOlH5E&index=2