What is Spirituality?
Belief in a spiritual power greater than oneself
Spirituality is a belief in a power operating in the universe that is greater than oneself, a sense of interconnectedness with all living creatures, and an awareness of the purpose and meaning of life and the development of personal, values.
It′s the way you find meaning, hope, comfort, and inner peace in your life. Personal spirituality can be developed through music, art or a connection with nature. People also find spirituality through acts of compassion and selflessness, altruism, and the experience of inner peace.
Spirituality as a means of healing across cultures
By alleviating stressful feelings and promoting healing ones, spirituality can positively influence immune, cardiovascular (heart and blood vessels), hormonal, and nervous systems.
The act of putting oneself in the presence of or conversing with a higher power has been used as a means of healing across all cultures throughout the ages.
Turn difficult situations into paths to a better life
Those who are spiritual have the benefit of seeing stressful situations as tests of strength, or even as valuable lessons from God. This can be a good distinction, as viewing a stressful event as a challenge can make the event itself feel less threatening.
If you feel less threatened, you aren′t as physically reactive to stress, and you may find more effective ways to cope, turning a difficult situation into a path to a better life or greater personal growth.
