Spiritual Wellness
Spiritual therapy is a form of counseling that attempts to treat a person's soul as well as mind and body by accessing individual belief systems and using that faith in a higher power to explore areas of conflict in life. People who believe in a guiding higher power may find spiritual therapy helps them achieve a deeper connection with this power.
What does Spiritual Wellness Look Like?
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People in good spiritual health may:
Be hopeful and optimistic, even when things are difficult
Have compassion and empathy for others
Have defined values and live according to them
Have a strong sense of self-worth
Be more able to forgive others and themselves easily
Feel peaceful or in harmony with nature, life, and the world
Find solace in meditation or religious rituals like worship and prayer
People struggling with spiritual wellness might:
Feel empty or as if life lacks meaning
Often feel anxious or unsettled
Often feel as if they need to improve themselves
Feel unconcerned or uncaring about life
Judge themselves and others quickly and/or harshly
Find self-compassion and self-forgiveness difficult
Lack a sense of inner peace
Lack a sense of belonging
Research suggests that people who are more spiritual often have higher levels of mental and emotional wellness. Spirituality can also help people cope with stress, health issues, and other life challenges. Some people connect with their spirituality through religion, yoga, or meditation.
Ways to Improve Spiritual Health
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Practice Acceptance and Optimism
It can be difficult to be positive when faced with challenges, but trying to reframe setbacks as opportunities can help you accept that life is full of challenges. Finding meaning in negative events isn’t always possible, but simply accepting an event and putting your energy into moving forward can help you regain a sense of meaning and purpose in life.
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Volunteer
Volunteering or spending time in the community can help people increase their empathy and compassion for others. If helping others is part of your personal values or belief system, volunteering can help give life meaning. Becoming more aware of other people can also help you feel more connected to the greater world.
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Take Time to do Nothing
You don’t need a formal meditation practice to become more mindful. Even a few minutes can help you connect with yourself. Find a time each day where you can simply be. You might close your eyes or just sit quietly for 10 or 15 minutes. Listen to your thoughts without pushing any of them away. If your thoughts center around something distressing, accept it with compassion.
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Express your Thoughts
Art, creative writing, or journaling can help you express positive and negative thoughts and emotions. Expressing your thoughts can help ground you. You may feel more in tune with yourself as a result.
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Spend time Outside
Many people connect with their spiritual side through nature. Being outside can help you feel more relaxed and may help reduce stress. Exercise also has many mental and physical health benefits. If you’re able to do so, getting outside to exercise can improve wellness in all areas.
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Travel
Whether you visit a new country or take a long walk to the nearest city, changing your environment can help you “reset.” You might be able to consider what you’re struggling through a different perspective. Being in a comforting, familiar place can reduce distractions and help you feel more relaxed and peaceful. Visiting a new place can help you feel more connected to the world around you, which can help you feel more connected with yourself.
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