A growing number of people are looking for ways to be spiritual in a modern world. Today, many people feel as though science and religion cannot coexist. And while there are many who don’t believe in God or a soul, the vast majority still search for something more than just materialism and hedonism.
The Ancient Roots of Spirituality
Even in the ancient world, humanity was searching for the spiritual. The first civilizations and social groups were built around religion, and even today, a large portion of civilization is based on religious institutions.
Even if people do not believe in a religion, spirituality is often found in their moral code and their search for an ultimate meaning. Spirituality can be about as much or as little as you want it to be.
Spirituality as a Spiritual Experience
One definition of spirituality is “an inner awareness of God, the sacred, or the divine.” Spirituality can also be an emotional experience. It can be about being overwhelmed with awe or about being comforted by others. It can be a sense of community that comes from a religious environment or it can be found in nature. Whatever the experience, spirituality is about connecting with something larger than yourself.
Spirituality as a Search for Meaning
Humanity have a need to share and understand the experience, and that is why spirituality is often passed from person to person. It has been that way for thousands of years.
Even today, people find meaning in spirituality. They find peace and comfort in the shared experiences and moral values of others who are like-minded.
Spiritual Growth
In the spiritual growth process, it is not so much about knowing everything. Instead, spirituality is about developing a relationship with what you know and learning how to live in the world as a spiritual person.
Through the process, you can learn to live with a sense of peace and serenity. You can find a deeper connection between your spirituality and your life. Being spiritual is a way to learn to live in harmony with yourself, your family and the world around you.
Conclusion
Spirituality is about recognizing that there is something beyond the material, something greater than your intellect.
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