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Is There a Difference Between Religion and Spirituality?

With an estimated 4,200 religions in existence today, it’s understandable why many people are confused about religion and spirituality. While some consider one to be different from the other, the others believe they are just one and the same.

By definition, religion refers to one’s belief in God or gods. It can also mean a system of belief or worship that involves a code of ethics. It involves believing in a set of beliefs or rituals that enable an individual to develop a positive relationship with God. [Read more…] about Is There a Difference Between Religion and Spirituality?

Three Simple Ways to Achieve a Zen State of Mind

A lot of rituals and traditions from Eastern cultures are designed to help humans achieve a state of peace and awareness in the present moment. This state is familiarly known as Zen or a Zen state of mind. It may seem like an easy thing to do – to be peaceful in the present moment, regardless of the situation – but it can be very challenging.

This is why a lot of rituals and traditions are there to help. These rituals are very common and easy to follow. Behind the simple rituals, however, there are enlightenments waiting to be discovered. [Read more…] about Three Simple Ways to Achieve a Zen State of Mind

7 Secrets to Traversing a Spiritual Path

What is spirituality for you?

For most, it’s the essence of happiness and success; it’s the path which needs to be travelled, when one wants to be one with the universe and the higher being. Does that mean you too, like some of our well-renowned predecessors, have to seek divinity in order to transcend onto the path of spirituality? While the answer might seem very straightforward and simple, the mantra behind the progress is governed by the experiences of your life. [Read more…] about 7 Secrets to Traversing a Spiritual Path

Losing Your Religion: The Appeal of the Gittite Way

They say that there are two topics that you should never bring up during a social gathering: politics and religion. One reason is that people usually have very passionate and rigid opinions when it comes to politics and religion. Another reason is that there will always be at least two people in a group who will come to loggerheads, hence a potentially awkward situation at best.

We cannot deny, however, that religion has played a significant role in humanity even before “civilized” societies were formed. Religious or spiritual beliefs have always existed, although they have evolved over time. In modern society, the changes have become even more apparent. [Read more…] about Losing Your Religion: The Appeal of the Gittite Way

Kindness at Christmas

Sometimes at Christmas time we get so caught up in buying presents, decorating the house and stocking up on festive foods that the holiday becomes a stressful and indulgent event. This struck me particularly this year when I read news reports about people’s anger at websites not delivering gifts on time and stores opening on Christmas day to get the sales started early. It’s all just getting a bit too commercial for my liking. That’s why I’ve decided for this blog post to think of some ideas for charitable things to do at Christmas. I’m certainly going to try to do a couple of them and I hope they inspire you in a similar way.

Calde luci di Natale -- warm lights of Christmas

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