Spiritual wellness entails being linked to something more than yourself, as well as possessing a set of values, principles, morals, and beliefs that give life meaning and purpose, and then acting on those ideals.
Finding meaning and purpose in life may be a lifelong process that changes over time as a result of unique circumstances, personal experiences, and global events. A person’s level of spiritual wellness, like the other dimensions of wellness, varies throughout their life. It’s common to feel a range of emotions on the route to spiritual healing, both positive and negative (hope, forgiveness, acceptance, joy) (doubt, fear, disappointment, conflict).
Spiritual wellness has the power to make our decisions and choices easier, to centre us during times of change, and provide us with the resiliency to face hardship with grace and inner peace. Having a spiritual component in our lives may even assist us in healing whether we are afflicted with a physical or mental ailment.
Personal Reflection
Take a moment to measure your spiritual well-being by answering the following questions.
What gives my life purpose and meaning?
What gives me a reason to be hopeful?
How do I get over adversity? Where can I find solace?
Is it true that I am accepting of other people’s perspectives on life’s issues?
Do I make an effort to broaden my understanding of various ethnic, racial, and religious groups?
Do I schedule a time to unwind during the day?
Do my principles influence how I make decisions and act?
Practice Spiritual Wellness
When it comes to spiritual wellness, it’s vital to identify the strategy and approach that works best for you; unlike the other dimensions of wellness, there is no “one size fits all” solution.
The following activities may be part of your spiritual wellness journey:
Meditating or doing yoga is a good way to start.
Participating in organised religion or praying
Spending peaceful time alone contemplating life’s significance
Journaling can help you become more mindful.
Volunteering in your community, spending time in nature, and appreciating music and the arts are all good things to do.
In future articles on spiritual wellbeing, we’ll look at ways to figure out what your meaning or purpose is, as well as activities that might help you improve or enhance your spiritual wellness.