What happens if we stop looking inward?

Without personal spirituality, we lose purpose. Our focus disappears, and life becomes dull and meaningless. This is because we need the connectedness that comes from holding a belief in something intangible. There is comfort found in the spiritual journey, and as you explore the mysteries of how you’re connected with the universe, you find awe.

The benefits go further than this though. Personal spirituality holds more profound importance in how it affects our health and well-being.

Personal Spirituality is Good for Your Overall Health

Studies have shown that the meditative journey reduces stress. But did you also know it improves concentration, boosts your immune system, and even affects how you process pain? In addition, the very act of meditation will actually increase brain density, which helps to protect you from dementia later in life. Continue reading →

As you explore the world and define who you are, you can’t help but discover the world of personal spirituality. This is a normal and healthy part of your growth and development and involves a journey that will guide you in the course of your life, leading toward a sense of peace and contentment you will find in no other way.

As you explore what this means for you, you’re going to find spiritual practices will naturally form as part of this process. This might involve anything, starting from mindful practices such as prayer and meditation all the way down to more subtle expression in how you treat other people, or in how you take care of yourself.

Before you start thinking about how much this sounds like work, stop for a moment and consider these benefits to developing a spiritual practice: Continue reading →