The Art of Non-Judgment – Freeing Yourself from Illusion & Returning to Pure Perception
Ancient Shamanic Wisdom for Seeing the World Through the Eyes of the Divine
The Prison of Judgment
Have you ever noticed how quickly the mind labels, categorizes, and judges everything?
Before you even realize it, thoughts arise like:
✔ “This person is good, that person is bad.”
✔ “I should be further ahead in life.”
✔ “I can’t believe they did that.”
Judgment is a habit—a program running in the background of the mind.
It creates suffering, separation, and distortion because it is rooted in illusion.
The ancient shamans of the Andes knew that judgment is the first barrier to enlightenment.
When you judge, you see reality through a distorted lens.
When you release judgment, you see through the eyes of the divine—clearly, truthfully, without distortion.
✨ Non-Judgment is one of the four great practices of the South in the Incan Medicine Wheel.
✨ It is the first step to shedding the old self and stepping into true power.
✨ It is the practice of pure perception—seeing reality as it is, without resistance or illusion.
In this blog, you will learn why judgment is the root of suffering and how to practice the ancient art of Non-Judgment.
Why Judgment is the Root of Suffering
Most people believe that judgment helps them make sense of the world.
But in reality, judgment is a mental cage that keeps you trapped in illusion.
🔹 Judgment Separates You from Truth – The mind filters reality through personal biases, blocking true understanding.
🔹 Judgment Creates Emotional Turmoil – It keeps you locked in anger, resentment, or frustration.
🔹 Judgment Distorts Perception – Instead of seeing reality clearly, you only see your conditioned beliefs.
🔹 Judgment Blocks Divine Flow – The more you judge, the more disconnected you become from your soul.
But here’s the secret:
👉 The universe is not judging you.
👉 Nature does not judge. The divine does not judge.
The moment you release judgment, you return to the natural state of flow, clarity, and peace.
Now, let’s explore the 5 Sacred Practices of Non-Judgment from ancient shamanic and mystical traditions.
🔹 5 Ancient Practices to Master Non-Judgment
These practices come from Peruvian shamanism, Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and other wisdom traditions.
Each one will help you rewire the way you see the world, clearing away illusion and revealing truth.
1. The Serpent’s Perception – Seeing Without Labels
In the South of the Incan Medicine Wheel, the Serpent teaches us to shed judgment like old skin.
The serpent does not judge—it simply experiences reality as it is.
Practice:
✔ Find a moment when you catch yourself judging someone or something.
✔ Pause, breathe, and ask: “What if I am not seeing the full truth?”
✔ Imagine shedding your judgment like an old skin.
✔ Whisper: “I release the need to label. I see clearly.”
🔥 Why it works:
✔ Trains your mind to pause before judging.
✔ Allows you to experience life directly, instead of through conditioning.
✔ Rewires your brain for pure perception.
2. The Zen Mirror – Seeing Yourself in Others
In Buddhist and shamanic traditions, they teach:
✨ “The world is your mirror.”
✨ “What you judge in others is a reflection of what is unresolved within you.”
Practice:
✔ The next time you judge someone, pause and ask:
✔ “What part of myself is being reflected in them?”
✔ If you see arrogance, ask: “Where am I arrogant?”
✔ If you see anger, ask: “Where am I holding anger?”
✔ Instead of judging, send compassion to both yourself and them.
🔥 Why it works:
✔ Breaks the cycle of projection.
✔ Transforms judgment into self-awareness.
✔ Releases emotional triggers and creates peace.
3. The Eagle’s Vision – Seeing from the Eyes of the Divine
The Eagle of the East in shamanic tradition represents higher vision.
To practice Non-Judgment, you must rise above the small self and see as the divine sees.
Practice:
✔ Close your eyes and imagine rising high into the sky.
✔ See the situation or person you are judging from above.
✔ Ask: “How would the divine see this?”
✔ Whisper: “I choose to see through the eyes of wisdom and love.”
🔥 Why it works:
✔ Shifts perception from small mind to higher awareness.
✔ Releases ego-based thinking.
✔ Brings instant clarity and neutrality.
4. The Toltec “Not Taking It Personally” Technique
In Toltec shamanism, they teach:
💎 “Nothing others do is because of you. Everything is a reflection of their own reality.”
Practice:
✔ When you feel judgmental or hurt, remind yourself:
✔ “This is not about me. This is their story, not mine.”
✔ Visualize their words or actions passing through you like wind.
✔ Choose not to engage with the emotion.
🔥 Why it works:
✔ Stops emotional reactivity.
✔ Prevents taking on others’ negative energy.
✔ Creates a deep sense of inner peace.
5. The Path of the Sacred Observer – Being the Witness
In shamanic and Eastern traditions, the highest practice is simply to observe.
Instead of reacting, labeling, or resisting, you become the witness.
You allow life to unfold without interference.
Practice:
✔ Throughout the day, pause and simply observe life without labeling it.
✔ Notice how things happen without your input.
✔ Whisper: “I am the observer. I do not interfere. I allow all things to be as they are.”
🔥 Why it works:
✔ Frees you from the need to control.
✔ Brings instant clarity and inner stillness.
✔ Aligns you with the natural flow of the universe.
Freedom Begins With Non-Judgment
💎 The moment you release judgment, you release suffering.
💎 The more you see reality as it is, the more peace and power you embody.
💎 The world becomes clearer, lighter, and full of wonder.
The ancients knew judgment is the first veil that must be lifted to walk the path of mastery.
Now, you have the tools to shed that veil and see through the eyes of truth.
🌟 You are free. You always were. Now, will you embody it? 🌟
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In Light and Love,
Cristhian Alexander Cadenas
-The Modern Day Medicine Man-