His transition from security to politics was organic. In the 1990s, as Sabah became a political battleground between the ruling Barisan Nasional (BN) and the opposition PBS (Parti Bersatu Sabah), the BN coalition needed strong local leaders. Vernon Daim emerged as a reliable grassroots mobilizer.
As with any spiritual teacher, Vernon Daim's teachings and methods have not gone unchallenged. Some critics have accused him of promoting a form of "spiritual elitism," where only a select few can attain enlightenment. Others have questioned the legitimacy of his spiritual credentials, suggesting that he may be self-taught or lacks formal training in spirituality. vernon daim