Spiritual

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Why is it so rare for enlightened people to help others become enlightened? Is it because they don't regard other people as real?
Almost all enlightened masters and spiritual texts stress on us to always 'remain in the present moment'. If we always remain so, how do we recollect certain timelines, such as appointments, meetings etc fixed earlier, but due now?
Should we be afraid or welcome going through the Dark Night of the Soul?
What is spiritual enlightenment, and how does it differ from emotional or intellectual enlightenment?
What steps did you consider to clarify your doubt or answer the question of your own belief to arrive at your enlightenment? How did you feel about your decision?
How does non-duality relate to emptiness? And is non-duality its own study? We have several sutras/texts on emptiness. Has non-duality been written about as well? Can you refer me to them?
If reincarnation is infinite, why haven't I reached enlightenment in a past life?
Is being enlightened & feeling ‘special’ akin to being schizophrenic or ‘mentally ill’?
Why are all enlightened beings (the likes of Buddha, Osho, Ramana, Eckhart etc.) all done up? If they don't possess an attachment to ego, why is there an effort to fix up one's appearance. Does dressing up and styling hair make you more enlightened?
Are enlightened people happy?
If one has failed in material life, will they succeed in spiritual enlightenment?
What are some details about enlightenment, as your faith and belief systems explain?
Isn’t calling oneself awakened or enlightened a bit of boost to ego?
What is more important in this life, to achieve spiritual liberation (enlightenment) or acquire fame, status, wealth, degrees, etc.? Why?
What is a saying or story that triggers the enlightenment realization? A realization maybe or a saying from an Enlightened master to his student right before the student realizes or sees what enlightenment is?