{"id":6912,"date":"2022-05-27T03:11:17","date_gmt":"2022-05-27T03:11:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aura.net\/?p=6912"},"modified":"2022-05-27T03:11:20","modified_gmt":"2022-05-27T03:11:20","slug":"what-is-spiritual-wellness-and-what-is-it-not","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aura.net\/what-is-spiritual-wellness-and-what-is-it-not\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Spiritual Wellness and What Is It Not?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
What Is Spiritual Wellness and What Spiritual Wellness is Not?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When we are well, we feel healthy emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. We also feel a social connection to our community and the world around us; aware of how we contribute to and affect others and the environment. Today we\u2019re going to take a look at spiritual wellness as a piece of the puzzle for a healthy and happy human experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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What is spiritual wellness?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Spiritual wellness comes about from the work that is put into expanding our sense of purpose and meaning in life<\/a>. A person who has reached a place of spiritual wellness is at peace and leads a meaningful life. They are happy to make sacrifices for the greater good while acting with morals and ethics in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For some, spirituality involves religious practice or family traditions but there are many other ways to achieve spiritual health and wellness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some examples of spiritual wellness include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Feeling a strong sense of connection with the people and animals around you<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Feeling a connection to your community and the world at large<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Being aware of and caring about how your actions impact your community and the environment<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Having a strong understanding of who you are and your life\u2019s purpose<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Having a spiritual outlet \u2013 a relationship with The Divine, the universe, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 The ability to accept \u201cwhat is\u201d and live in the present moment<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Living life according to a strong set of moral values<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n How do people achieve spiritual wellness?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Like anything else in life, we have to make a daily commitment to concrete actions to reach our goals. Some examples of how to achieve spiritual wellness include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Set aside time each day to pray, read, be in nature, or meditate<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Practice mindfulness \u2013 spend 10 minutes focusing completely on the present moment<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Forgive yourself \u2013 showing empathy for yourself is just as important as showing it for others<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Go for a nature walk\/hike<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Swim in a natural body of water<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Step outside and gaze at the moon<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Sleep under the stars<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Watch the sunrise or sunset<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Plan a daily window to relax and be with your thoughts<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Practice gratitude, either verbally or in a journal<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Take time to self-reflect \u2013 it may be helpful to keep a journal or record yourself sharing your thoughts and feelings<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Listen to your inner-voice<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Volunteer with an organization that you\u2019re passionate about \u2013 this is a great way to strengthen your compassion for others and increase your sense of connection to the community<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Be deliberately kind and show empathy to others \u2013 sometimes a kind gesture such as bringing soup to a sick or tired friend can mean the world to them<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Seek guidance from a spiritual healer, mentor, or advisor to help determine your life\u2019s purpose and values<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Join a spiritual group<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Sign up for yoga, Qi Gong or other activity that can lead to healing<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Spend time creating art, healing food, or music<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Listen to music that inspires and uplifts you<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Buy tickets to a local arts production \u2013 theater, music<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are looking for a balanced life, spiritual wellness is a great goal. To reach a place of holistic health and wellness, spiritual health should be in the equation. When you put in the work, you can reach a place of peace and live a more meaningful life, connected to your core values and beliefs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Why is spiritual wellness important?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n We stand to gain a lot by seeking spiritual wellness. Our lives may be enriched is many ways including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Strengthening our relationships with loved ones<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Feeling a deeper sense of peace and purpose<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Bringing positivity to those around us<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Living our values<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Having a greater sense of self confidence, self-compassion, and resilience<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Acting with mindfulness<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Being accountable and responsible for our own actions<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spiritual wellness can bring about a more prosperous life because we become more connected to our life\u2019s purpose and values, which is very grounding. This deeper connection to our inner-self can lead to a higher sense of self-awareness, creating better relationships with ourselves and those around us. Giving ourselves space to slow down and enjoy the beauty around us increases inner peace and our ability to be truly present and appreciate what is right in front of us. Rather than reacting to the world around us, we act with a sense of meaning and purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n What spiritual wellness is not<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Spiritual wellness is all about being a good person and reaching a place of peace. It is not about being self-righteous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some examples of what spiritual wellness is not:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Subscribing to only one spiritual truth<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Calling yourself deeply religious but not acting in a way that matches the teachings you say you follow<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Going to a place of worship every week<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Judging yourself or others for not following a strict code of conduct laid out by an organization or religion<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Believing that you are morally superior to others because of a belief system that you hold<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Benefits of our Aura Cameras<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n