The Ancient Secrets To Escape The Simulation

In both the Eastern and Western philosophical traditions it has long been suggested; notably in concepts, among others, like Plato’s allegory of the Cave and Hindu notions of the unreality of the world. However, The Simulation Hypothesis brings these philosophical and spiritual understandings into the realm of technological possibility. If we are indeed living in a simulation, what does this mean for spiritual understanding, enlightenment or awakening, and human consciousness? Could this actually align with the many spiritual traditions that view physical reality as an illusion or Maya? Do we need to redefine spiritual awakening for the digital age as the transcendence of simulated illusion?