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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Spiritual nutrition is a concept practiced by many faiths and followed in many belief systems. That is, the foods we eat connect to our energy and our spiritual health. Depending on your spiritual support system, some foods are a big no! The Energy Connection The old saying we have all heard, “You are what you …
First of all, what is spirituality? Many people erroneously confuse spirituality with religion. Religious people generally regard themselves as spiritual, but spiritual people do not always regard themselves as religious. They prefer to believe that being a human being is much more than a sensory experience, that there is something out there that is much …
I grew up in the rural south where Christianity was almost the only religion, and everyone was expected to be part of it. Even those that were not at least gave it lip service. Even in that environment, there was always some group who had found a more enlightened path. They had some secret, or some discovery, …
We often root human experience in the relationship of spirituality and belief. However, the two words are sometimes used interchangeably, even though they have different meanings. With spirituality, the connection is internal, while belief refers to something external to oneself. It’s good to note that you can be spiritual without believing in any religion. Spirituality …
Religion is a highly debatable topic. As is spirituality. Some insist that they walk hand-in-hand. Some insist religion is the only path to spirituality. Others assert that religion gets in the way of spirituality. Are they the same thing? Are they entirely different? Can a person be spiritual without religion? What is a Religion? Merriam-Webster …
For those who have a passion for spirituality or religion, it may feel like a natural subject to study in college. Luckily for the spiritually inclined, it is possible to study spirituality in college. There are many different avenues to take for studying spirituality at university. Some colleges offer a major that directly leads to …
When you start out practicing yoga, you may notice a prayerful or spiritual element to it. Some yogis like to connect with the divine during their time on the mat. Others like to save spirituality for the temple, church, or other setting and stick to the physical exercise benefits of yoga. For some folks like …
Everyone struggles with this question, regardless of religious affiliation. If you are a sage, priest, monk, shaman, imam, guru, mystic, master, cantor, rabbi, scientist, agnostic, atheist, or any combination of those named, you have confronted the origin of the universe. I have had many friends who have struggled with their perception of spirituality due to …
Some people might want to do yoga without the spiritual side of things. Maybe you don’t believe in spirituality, or maybe you just don’t want to think about that stuff when they’re trying to relax. There are a lot of reasons someone might want to do yoga without the spiritual part, and that’s totally okay! …