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Spirituality
Because it
is a personal relationship, it is important that our belief or faith is exactly
right for us. For most or us, the belief
has been shaped in our childhood, but as we mature, it is up to us to decide
which path we will travel. For some of
us it is enough to stick with what we know.
It is probably safe and comfortable and we may never feel the need to
search for anything else.
Your spirituality should be a source of comfort and joy; it should be the foundation stone of your life on which you build a code for living. It’s your inner strength that nourishes you in times of adversity, it’s the flame that burns and drives you towards your goals, and it’s the knowledge that you are loved no matter what.
Don’t set yourself standards that you can’t possibly live up to, be realistic so that you don’t spend all your time beating yourself up with guilt. Remember you’re not expected to be perfect, just be the best you can be.
If you are having difficulty in defining your own spiritual feelings, it might be a good idea to take some time out and think about it. Pick a time when you know you are going to be alone, and relax in a peaceful atmosphere. Here are some questions you might like to ask yourself. These are purely to make you think and expand your feelings. There are of course no right or wrong answers. This has always been the major problem with religions, that their way is right and the only way! No religion has the knowledge to tell you what happens after death, so now you are free to choose your own path, to choose that which gives you the most comfort.
þ Do I believe in a higher source of power? þ Do I believe mankind to be the Supreme Being? þ If there is a higher being is it singular and can I term it God? þ Is it a more general feeling, a universal power or knowledge? þ Would I rather look inside myself for guidance and inspiration? þ Do I believe in reincarnation or life after death? þ If so, do we progress to different levels? þ Do I believe in a heaven or hell? þ Do I fit into a recognized religion?
Although our belief is a personal thing it can be sociable and enjoyable to spend time with others who are of a like mind. For some this is a very important part of their spiritual being, it can also be very comforting in times of sorrow and distress but also uplifting when they want to share their joy. Nurturing our soul is every bit as important as nourishing our body, if we are at peace with ourselves we will find it easier to interact with others.
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