Which Spiritual Practice Benefits You the Most?
Choosing a spiritual practice is something that everyone can do in their life. Find one that works for you over the long-term.
Find Your Spiritual Practice
by Brooke Chaplan
Many paths lead from
The foot of the mountain,
But at the peak
We all gaze at theSingle bright moon.
– Ikkyu
Many people work to become connected with a spiritual being or path throughout their entire lives. While everyone’s view may be different from the next, it’s important to choose practices that benefit you. Meditation, prayer, and augmenting spiritual powers are all ways people can connect spiritually with the world around them. Here are some tips to help you make an informed decision on the subject.
Understand What Spiritual Practices Are
You may have a good concept of what spirituality is. However, when it comes to describing spiritual practices, you may be drawing a blank. Spiritual practices, also referred to as disciplines, are daily practices to connect with their spiritual being. Some examples include breathing exercises, rituals, gratitude, ceremonies, chanting, and meditation. The more spiritual practices you discover, the more likely you will find ones that work best for you.
Learn About Individual Practices
You may have heard the names of spiritual practices used in the past. However, understanding each one really starts with doing some learning. You should make a list of potential spiritual practices and do a little research on each. In most cases, you can discover a lot about individual practices through internet research and video websites. If you need assistance, you can contact psychics now or visit your local church to talk with the official.
Try Out Ones That Appease You
When you’re researching different spiritual practices, you’ll likely feel more drawn to some over others. Take note of the practices that interest you and give them a try. It’s best to aim for performing spiritual practice daily. However, the specific practice that you pick will positively determine how often it needs to be performed. Remember to give yourself time to get used to your practice and keep a journal about how it affects you. After an initial high period, spiritual practices can get boring, repetitive, and draining. This does not necessarily mean the practice has failed, as often you need to get used to the period where your body and spirit get overly familiar with the practice.
Narrow Down Your Practices
Don’t be upset if you find it challenging to keep up with some spiritual practices. While they may have been exciting at first, you may find over time that they’re just only not the right choice for you. Instead, focus your efforts on practices that you’re finding easy to maintain. For example, if you’ve tried to practice morning meditation and you’ve found yourself skipping over it multiple times this week, simply scrap it for another practice. Doing breathing exercises may keep your interest. Don’t be afraid to try and try again until you find the best spiritual practice for you.
Choosing a spiritual practice is something that everyone can do in their life. Unfortunately, it may turn out to be a little harder to keep up with than you thought. By using the information provided above, you’ll be sure to find one that works for you over the long-term.
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About the Author
Brooke Chaplan is a freelance writer and blogger. She lives and works out of her home in Los Lunas, New Mexico. She loves the outdoors and spends most of her time hiking, biking, and gardening. For more information, contact Brooke via Facebook at facebook.com/brooke.chaplan or Twitter @BrookeChaplan
