What is Spirituality
This is a question posed by religious leaders, scientists and secularists alike. For some, the term “spirituality” suffers from a bad image. It has negative connotations. It may also imply paranormal experiences. For others, spirituality is a synonym for faith and religion. Many people aspire to live what we can call a spiritual life. They would never consider it so, nor express it accordingly. Yet, they're on a spiritual journey. Their life reflects the stages of spiritual growth. Their actions express the basic nature of a popular definition of spirituality. The issue is a complex one. Religious leaders and scientists have stepped into the debate. They're attempting to clarify what they see as the meaning and the effect, if any. Medical professionals sit on both sides of the fence. Many, alternative and conventional, now believe some connection between being healthy and spirituality does exist. The issue, for the scientists, is why? Defining Spirituality How then can we defin...