Some of us like to read or play video games in our spare time, some of us like to play in the local softball league, and others spend their leisure time playing the tuba. And then there are those of us who meditate twice a day, read books by Deepak Chopra, and go on meditation …
Not everyone bears the stress and strain of everyday life in the same way. Some people take difficulties, conflict, and general unfairness in their stride. Others are shocked, depressed, and made anxious by the ways of people and the world. The latter must find a way to bring their mind and body back into balance. …
From our earliest ancestors shaping clay into forms of their Earth Goddess forward, humans have been fascinated with the realm of the spirit and how we connect with that mystical place. Spirituality and mystic practice has always been present. Mystics and spiritualism have driven our artists, leaders, and thinkers alike. What is Spirituality? Spirituality is …
Science and spirituality are often pitted against one another as if the scientist abhors spiritual belief, and spirituality condemns the pursuit of science. Understanding these two fundamental human experiences offers insight into how they align in our search for greater understanding and connection. What is Science? Science is the systematic study of the natural and …
There are some low-level addictions that most people are familiar with—coffee, scrolling Instagram—and we all know that hard drugs lead to compulsive use and abuse, but you’d be surprised at some of the mundane things people become addicted to doing. There are running addicts, weight-lifting addicts, cleaning addicts, and addicts to anything at all that’s …
Plants in your home help clean the air and affect your mood. Often the plants we keep have sentimental value or particular qualities. For example, by adding plants to the space, you meditate. Many plants have healing qualities. Some people attribute spirituality to the plants used for medicine, meditation, and a healthy lifestyle. For example, …
If you talk to any religious person, they will most definitely say that there is some commonality between spirituality and identity. Most religions deal with individuals through their collective identity within a group or in their individual relationship with God or the cosmic order. Individuals who deviate from these long-held beliefs find themselves to be …
The will to believe writes William James, who is one of my favorite authors, consists in “our right to adopt a believing attitude in religious matters, in spite of the fact that our merely logical intellect may not have been coerced.” And the same writer goes on to say that a “live [religious] hypothesis is …
Meditating is one of the most effective ways to redirect and moderate your thoughts. But, given how busy and chaotic life can be, this may prove to be a very big challenge. Modern technology has made it much simpler to concentrate, refocus, and center oneself by providing you with meditation applications that are simple to …
Mediation is beneficial for both relaxing and focusing your mind’s activity. When music is used for meditation, on the other hand, it can help you acquire a clear perspective on whatever it is that you’re going through. Meditation music strengthens and stimulates this mental activity, making it a more pleasurable experience for the practitioner. That’s …
Imagine that you have been trying to live a more spiritual life, and you are wondering if faith and spirituality are the same thing. You are not sure if you should continue to pursue spiritual practices if they are the same as religious beliefs. You might also be wondering if faith and spirituality are different, …
As you are researching spirituality, you may come across different types of religions in the process. You may wonder how spirituality is different from religion. While both require belief and a feeling of a greater feeling of the world, they both have their differences that people should understand. However, even though they can have their …
I am one of the few people who thrive in the cut-and-thrust of conflict and turmoil. But I am the exception. Most people would rather get on with their day without argument, confrontation, and stress. Indeed, the strain of life can be overwhelming. Most people need some way to settle their nerves and bring their …
There are many different ways to find a sense of calm and inner peace. If you have an especially hectic and stressful life, you may need to take time out for yourself and bring balance back to your mind and body. Some people do this with exercise. For others, it’s cooking or engaging in some …
Have you ever searched for meaning in life? I certainly have. In fact, I think it is that search that drives all of us. Further, than the search for meaning, I have looked for a way to find harmony with the world I live in – to explore my spirituality and find an expression thereof. …
A common way for many people to describe their faith is by saying they are spiritual, but not religious. What does that even mean? Many people automatically think it means the person practices a form of Buddhism, but do they really? Does a spiritual, but not religious person, practice meditation? Do they try to live …
Some people might want to know how zodiac signs relate to spirituality because they want to better understand themselves and their lives. They might also think that knowing about their zodiac sign can help them make decisions or plan for the future. There is no one answer to this question since everyone’s beliefs and experiences …
Figuring out how many calories are going into and out of the body is a key method of regulating diet and health. The science behind how humans gain and burn energy is both simple and complex at the same time, so figuring out something like the number of calories burned during meditation can have more …
Certified meditation? Why would someone want that? There are many reasons why people might want to get certified in meditation. Maybe they want to learn how to control their thoughts and emotions more, or maybe they’re looking for a way to relax and de-stress. No matter the reason, certified meditation can be a great way …