Look What He Did, Just Look! - Spirituality Information
Ever wonder what people mean by "spirituality"? You're not alone! There are many religions and beliefs that address the spiritual questions of life: What is our purpose in this world? How do we deal with death, both one's own and others'? And what happens to us when we die?
In this post, I'll discuss different types of spirituality (including secular spirituality), their significance and history, their pros and cons. I'll also provide some tips on how to practice spirituality without inviting judgement from others.
The most common interpretation of the word "spirituality" is "a connection to the spiritual world".
In this post, I'll discuss:
- Why seeking some kind of spirituality is important, even if you don't believe in an afterlife. It's a way to act more ethically, more effectively.
- Spiritual practices and what they are (some are best for beginners, others for those with experience).
- What it means to be spiritual/connected to the spiritual world, and how you can achieve this.
- Where you can find some resources and some tools.
What is spirituality?
Ask people what "spirituality" is, and most people will answer, "being connected to the spiritual world". There are many definitions of spirituality in the world today. The simplest one comes from me: being connected to something or someone greater than yourself.
On a personal level, spirituality is a way to express and pursue your values in an ethical manner. This is very important because it helps us to be better people. For example, if you believe in being kind, then you can be guided by spirituality.
Some people are more spiritual than others. Here are some signs you may be more spiritual:
- You don't want to harm others.
- You find joy in helping others.
- You consider the health and well-being of others.
- You try to help others without expecting anything in return. It benefits you too! (This is called "intentional giving".)
- You consider the health and well-being of others, even if you don't have to do anything "for" them. You only do it because you want to. That's called "non-judgemental giving".
You may sometimes find that helping others is not always an easy thing to do. It can take a lot of effort, time and energy. It can take a lot out of you.
Even though you may have rewards, there may be some aspects of spirituality that are difficult to pursue. It is often challenging because it means different things to different people. It's personal, and that makes it hard to know where you stand if you don't understand your own values.
It's worth mention (and I've been a believer for a long time) that the definition of spirituality I gave above is how I define it. But you don't have to agree with me or even understand it in order to practice or benefit from spirituality. You can have your own definition of spirituality based on what you know and value.
Spirituality – A definition by me
Spirituality: Being connected to something or someone greater than yourself.
– Sometimes, spirituality just means that you are connected to something or someone.
– Sometimes, it means you are committed to something bigger than yourself.
Why spirituality is important
First, why is it important to have some sort of spirituality in your life? Here are a few reasons:
Spirituality helps you connect to someone or something greater than yourself. This makes us feel better about ourselves and our place in the world. If you do not have some sort of spiritual belief, you are more likely to feel isolated, cut-off and less content with your life.
It helps us connect to others because we become more considerate of others. We're more compassionate and kind towards others. That's a big reason why we should look into our spirituality! It helps us to be better people who are less likely to harm others.
If you believe in some sort of afterlife, then it's easier to say goodbyes to the ones you love. It takes the pain out of death for a lot of people. Plus, there is always hope that your loved ones will be reunited with you after death. It helps people feel better about themselves and what they do in life. They're more likely to live well and improve their lives, if they know there is something beyond this world.
Conclusion: Spirituality is a very important aspect of one's life. This is because it helps us to be better people and feel more connected with others. Often, it's the only thing that gives meaning to our actions and values.
Now, when I talk about spirituality, I'll be referring to spirituality that offers some sort of connection between you and the spiritual world. This can be your own interpretation of spirituality or a religion or belief system you follow (e.g., Christianity).