How To Become Spiritual For Dummies
Why Are People Embracing Spirituality?
As the importance of religion continues to decline in the United States, many people are turning to alternative beliefs or more consumed in daily practical concerns. Perhaps millennials and the newer generation have been consumed in their mundane lives and more concerned about social media entertainment, so that religion and philosophical principles are less valuable to their lives. Regardless, we all live by some sort of morals or guidelines helping us to determine right from wrong, good from bad, etc., which further influences our beliefs and ideals.
Traditional world religions such as Catholic and Christianity have been declining over the last decade, as less people attend church. Some of this is related to the covid 19 pandemic and other societal hardships, to which people are now more concerned about their physical and mental wellbeing, and their emotional and financial health. Regardless, during times when it seems like there are no answers, believing in something outside of this physical reality can be very comforting. This is when having faith in a higher power, such as God and the Universe can be a source of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual healing.
Today many people, especially millennials are more curious about spirituality rather than traditional religion because we are looking for more spiritual healing. Others are interested because it’s in the mainstream right now and it is trendy. So those interested in living a conventional spiritual lifestyle can follow this simple guide.
Invest in Spiritual Culture and Tools
Years ago you had to shop at East Meets West or find a spiritual shop, but today many items such as candles, incense, crystals and spiritual ornaments can be found at one of your favorite retail stores or your local gift shop or discount store. You can buy some items to collect and decorate your room and living space. This is a great start to look the part and tap you into the spiritual essence. Using essentials oils to vaporize your living space and as an aromatic healer can be spiritually rewarding. If you can’t find the items that you’re looking for, then you can always shop online.
Spend More Time in Quietness
Most spiritual people are not overly consumed in television or celebrity gossip, and tend to spend more of their time in meditation, deep thinking and introspection, yoga, reading and writing, and spending time in nature and listening to music. Although we are not limited to these activities, we tend to be gravitated towards them because it helps to raise and balance the energy within our body, rather than hinder it. So be sure to create a space to engage in such activities. Using spiritual tools such as gemstones, crystals, incense and candles can be especially helpful during meditation and deep introspection.
Learn About The Basics in Spiritual Concepts and Metaphysics
Many spiritual people are into yoga, the chakras, astrology, numerology and divination tools such as tarot and oracle cards. Learning about these concepts can open your mind into seeing how everything is connected in the world, attuning you to a more spiritual perspective and lifestyle. Many of these tools have been used since ancient times and have been deemed unethical by religions in the past. However, today people seem to be more open to using divination and metaphysical tools as a source of entertainment for their curiosities and messages of confirmation or messages from the unknown.
Understanding the chakras and the flow of energy within the body is an important part of spirituality and it’s the way we strive to maintain balance and proper spiritual health. Learning about the chakras, or the basic energy centers of the body can also help in understanding more about the body on a physical, emotional and mental level. It also motivates us towards self-improvement and introspection because it’s easy to incorporate chakra healing rituals to our daily schedules.
Becoming familiar with tarot and oracle cards can open your eyes to different challenges and victories that we all experience throughout life. It can also help in understanding larger concepts about life, which can be refreshing for those who are more interested in understanding the deeper meanings of our experiences. Similar to tarot, astrology and numerology can be a useful source to understand our experiences in unique ways and prepare for what’s approaching.
Use Social Media to Connect With Other Spiritual People
Sometimes when you start your spiritual journey, other people in your life may not be. So you may want to seek out other likeminded individuals. This is where social media may actually be a benefit because you can easily find other people who are interested in a similar journey that you’re taking in your life. You can also find spiritual and meditation groups and become part of a community of likeminded individuals.
Incorporate Positive Affirmations in your Daily life
Although spirituality is more trendy today, there are still many people that are unhappy with themselves and their own beliefs. They are more willing to be critical and challenge others people’s differences and beliefs. Positively affirming yourself is a great way to develop confidence and protect your ego as you transition into the new spiritual lifestyle. Since you just started your spiritual journey, it may be wise not to challenge other people who are deeply invested and knowledgeable in their preferred religion. This is also why many spiritual people tend to be loners, even more so at the beginning of their spiritual journey. This prevents conflicts with others, while developing a new self-concept and rebuilding your ego.
Remember That Being Spiritual is Free
With everything being said, the spiritual lifestyle is a fools journey and you can begin with absolutely nothing but the willpower to start. Getting back in synch with the basic elements is mostly free.
Fresh air is usually available for us outside. We are cleansed with the sound water whenever it rains. The trees and the ground that we walk upon remind us that we are beings of this earth. The warmth and the sunlight connects us back with our passions and the element of fire.
This is why meditating in a quiet space or out in nature can be very rewarding, as the elements are naturally available to guide your experience. All additional tools are replicating the vibrations and essence of these elements.
Learning on your free time is also available at little to no cost, by reading online, watching videos on YouTube or reading a book at your public library. Although there is access to free material, it is also important to eventually invest in something, especially if it’s something you truly enjoy. Often spiritual people can be mistaken for being imbalanced, yet many of us strive to be balanced and stable. One of the ways of maintaining balance and presence in the world is by investing and spending on what keeps us happy and healthy.
