Spirituality & Health
We are not human beings having a spiritual experience; we are spiritual beings having a human experience - Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
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Spiritual Self-Care Is Finding A New Audience On TikTok
In the past, astrology, tarot, and medium readings have been relegated to dark, moody shops—off the beaten path and not the most accessible. But as more people, particularly young people, look beyond organized religion for answers to life's biggest questions, these previously esoteric approaches are gaining mass appeal.
Wherever you look for it, there's undeniable value in finding faith in the unseen. According to a 2014 study out of Columbia University, living a spiritual life can help protect you against depression. In fact, maintaining what lead researcher Lisa Miller, Ph.D., calls an "awakened awareness" can actually change the brain, helping us respond to setbacks, trust in…
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The Mental-Health Benefits of Spiritual Thinking
Spirituality can boost our mood and help protect against depression, says psychologist and author Lisa Miller. Here’s how.
Why you might want to consider a pilgrimage for your next holiday or day trip
Often described as “a journey with a purpose or a journey with an intention”, a pilgrimage is different from a plain old walk or hike as it tends to be about following a particular path with religious, spiritual or historical significance. Pilgrimages are a way of finding spiritual solace and a chance to connect with the great outdoors.
A ‘Spiritual Board’ Brings Comfort to the Critically Ill
A chaplain at a New York hospital has designed a board that lets the critically ill communicate their spiritual pain and needs.
Columbia and Yale scientists found the spiritual part of our brains—religion not required
Scientists seek to quantify everything—even the ineffable. And so the human search for meaning recently took a physical turn as Columbia and Yale University researchers isolated the place in our brains that processes spiritual experiences.
Doctors Fail to Address Patients’ Spiritual Needs
Yet studies have documented the importance of religion and spirituality to many patients. Seventy percent of dying patients want their doctor to ask them about their religious beliefs. Religious beliefs also often affect patients’ wishes when it comes to choosing aggressive end-of-life treatment or palliative care.
How About a Concierge for Your Spiritual Life?
The latest amenity in high-end developments takes wellness to a new level, helping residents get in touch with their inner selves.
Science Says: Religion Is Good For Your Health
Theologists, scientists and thought leaders have attempted for centuries to understand the impact that religion can have on human beings; both mentally and physically. And it is commonly accepted around that world that religion and spirituality are among the most important of cultural factors – giving structure and meaning to behaviors, value systems and experiences. Thus, there is ample reason to believe that faith in a higher power is associated with health, and in a positive way
Spending time alone in nature is good for your mental and emotional health
Scholars in fields including wilderness therapy and environmental psychology have shown that time outdoors benefits our lives in many ways.
Spirituality is not just another health tonic
The effect of religious practices on our wellbeing is of growing interest. But in looking at the links, we must not confuse the two.
The Religious Leaders on the Front Lines of Mental Health
Houses of worship have grown more sophisticated in their handling of the surge in anxiety among congregants since the pandemic began
The Science of Prayer
Many people are praying now, and scientists say the practice may boost mental health.
What Happens to the Brain During Spiritual Experiences?
The field of neurotheology uses science to try to understand religion, and vice versa.
Spiritual Self-Care Is Finding A New Audience On TikTok
These days, it feels like in order to tap a higher power, all you need to do is tap your phone screen..
Spirituality & Health
We draw from the wisdom of many traditions and cultures with an emphasis on sharing practices. We look to science to help provide a context for the spiritual quest. We acknowledge that in our language the words “whole,” "health," and "holy" share a common root.
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