Hi, Cody.
I think no one has responded because you’re asking for advice beyond what most of us feel comfortable dealing with. I hesitate to advise anyone on things dealing with these deep issues because I’m not a trained and certified instructor. Maybe one of Bruce’s senior instructors might see and respond to this post.
However, I will say one thing. When I did the meditation circle, I committed to following Bruce’s advice about both the content and the time frame of practice. I found the program powerful and it greatly enhanced my meditation practice. I don’t think you can go wrong by being patient and following the instructions as given: on the flip side, I think you CAN go wrong by ignoring his directions.
The other thing I will say is this: Bruce, as well as several other teachers I’ve studied with, have emphasized that it’s important not to get too caught up in phenomenon, but to concentrate on deepening the practice.
These may be things to think about…
That’s just my two cents, for what they’re worth.
Good luck with your practice, and best wishes.
Matthew