How To Make My Spiritual Life Journey Fulfilling

By Ericka Marsh


A strong spiritual life is very fulfilling. It takes time and effort to realize this strength. The first step is a declaration that, I want to take charge of my spiritual life journey. Attaining this strength will require you to undertake several things.

Identify your foundation- this means making a decision to follow a particular spirituality. The spirituality or principles in many cases are based on a religious belief. Further, within different religions, there are opportunities to adapt a particular lifestyle. The options include meditative, charity, evangelical, intellectual, etc. The principles of the religious or spiritual body you join will guide you through the journey.

Be a member of a community- participating in communities is encouraging and reinforces your belief. The experiences shared on daily life will strengthen you in spirit, personal and social life. It also is a chance to learn from those who understand the spirituality better and also share your understanding or knowledge with those who join behind you.

Find a mentor- mentors have experienced the journey and have a better understanding of the challenges. As such, they will encourage you whenever you get faint. There are many distractions along the way. You are likely to get lost somewhere, make wrong decisions or need to move faster. A mentor will direct your steps and ensure that you do not loose the path.

Read more- curiosity leads to better understanding and a firm belief. By reading books and other spiritually oriented materials, you will build a strong foundation. Look for books that teach the basics of your spirituality or community engagement. They give you different perspectives on how your faith can remain strong. There are books on contemporary issues in spirituality. They help you understand your spirituality despite the changes taking place in the world.

Listen- live lectures and audio materials are very resourceful in being spiritually grounded. Listen to intellectuals and leaders on DVDs, radio, TV or internet uploads. Their insight is usually selected and up-to-date which makes it easier to understand. These materials can be accessed and used over the phone and other mobile devices wherever you are.

Meditation- meditating remains a strong spiritual pillar in any faith. The quiet moment helps you to reflect and better understand what you believe. There are meditation guides in form of music or audio reflections. Use them to enhance your experience.

Charity work- this is voluntary work aimed at assisting the needy in your community. Participating in such endeavors keeps you in touch with your immediate community. It also helps you appreciate the things you already have and therefore be grateful.

Pilgrimage- this is a journey to a holy site associated with your religion. It is made once in a while over a period of time. Pilgrimages help you have a first hand experience of the events that form the foundation of your spirituality. Beyond reading and hearing about certain places or people, a pilgrimage offers clarity on the important principles or pillars of your spiritual life.




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