The Importance of Spirituality

In addition to providing meaning to your life, spirituality has the potential to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Those who are more religious or spiritual are better able to cope with stress. This isn’t surprising as spirituality in its many forms has been a source of comfort and relief from stress for thousands of years.

Stress is the leading cause of many chronic illnesses, in addition to mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. Relationships, activities, news, and more in your world constantly vie for your attention, making it difficult to connect to your true needs and desires—or even remember that it’s important to do so.

Religion and spirituality have always been an intrinsic part of human existence. It’s readily available, plus spiritual wellness can help your body in addition to your mind. Research shows what many have always known, that there are both physical and mental health benefits of spirituality. Spirituality helps you by allowing you to:

• Bring meaning to your life, which can lead you to greater happiness
• Feel more gratitude
• Experience more compassion
• Improve social connections
• Better cope with stress
• Develop and grow more positive relationships