It serves as a reminder to seek balance in life and understand the interconnectedness of all things. A double-edged khanda (sword) and a chakra in the middle between two single-edged swords are what make up the Khanda symbol. It’s the most important symbol of the Sikhs, a Dharmic religion from the 15th century, and it represents divine power. According to Jungian psychology, there are universal symbols called archetype images. They’re very common in all human cultures as they tap into the collective unconscious, making them resonate with people across different backgrounds.

Spiritually, this is a time of new life coming into manifestation. We may only be seeing the tiniest hints of life above the surface but things are really beginning to stir in the darkness. Depending on where you are, you may be seeing the first spring flowers beginning to show signs of life. Here in Seattle I’ve been spying crocuses daffodils rising up through the earth.

One of the major causes of climate change and environmental destruction, these environmentalists argue, is the never-ending quest for economic growth, fuelled by a capitalist logic of acquisition and expansion. The second aspect of spirituality involves a move inward, or an attention to one’s inner life, often as a means of honouring the immaterial dimensions of life. Most of my study participants think contemporary Western culture is far too outward focused, glorifying material success and procurement at the expense of the things that really matter. So when people speak of spirituality they are generally invoking some framework of meaning that enables them to make sense of that which, for them, science fails to address.

In alchemy as "volatile substance; distillate" (and from c. 1500 as "substance capable of uniting the fixed and the volatile elements of the philosopher's stone"). Hence spirits "volatile substance;" the sense of which narrowed to "strong alcoholic liquor" by 1670s. This also is the sense in spirit level (1768), so called for the liquid in the clear tube. How Dreams Helped MeECK student Vince Anani shares insights into how dreams have helped him in life, even allowing him to connect with his departed mother.

If that amount has not run out yet, it will still come to you. You may have understood the lesson of correct eating, for example, but if your past eating habits were harmful for a long time, your body may still suffer even though you have already understood your lesson. "Spiritual" refers to anything having to do sleeping with hands spiritual meaning the "spirit", and refers to things that are intangible, but are spirit and soul. "Spiritual" may refer to abstract ideas like Love, hate, as well as spirit, soul, or faith, etc.

Unsurprisingly, people suffering from depression may abuse substances such as alcohol or drugs to get away from their suffering—so depression can seriously affect not only the quality of life but also threaten life itself. The shift from material to spiritual approach is not easy one. It may take ages of pursuit to turn a non spiritual person into spiritual one. Your life changes completely from inside for you, thought from your outside appearance, many people will not notice any changes most of the times. When we are in pursuit of spiritualism, we give more importance, value attention to spirit than the other physical matters in the life. The non spiritual person gives more importance, value attention to physical and tangible entities, though acknowledge the presence of non physical and intangible entity ‘spirit’ working along the body.

Some people believe that different healing crystals have energies that can have specific benefits for your mind and body. For example, crystals said to benefit health include clear quartz, jasper, obsidian, amethyst, and bloodstone. Experts note that others, including sapphire and jade, promote prosperity while citrine supports creativity. They believe others, like moonstone, rose quartz, and ruby, promote love. Crystal prayer or mala beads are worn against the heart or on the wrist to inspire positive feelings, whether it be hope, courage, or peace.

Often these are unique pastoral relationships which have been established over many years. As such representatives from belief communities may be best placed to offer religious or pastoral care. 1.10.6 There is growing evidence around the importance of ‘right touch’ support being given at the right time. A peer-to-peer conversation or listening support from a member of the spiritual care team, given at the right time, can help prevent the escalation of need, the development of trauma, sickness absence and psychological interventions. 1.10.2 It is widely recognised that in addition to physical, emotional, and social needs; organisations and employers should ensure that the spiritual needs of staff are recognised and met. Emotional and spiritual wellbeing can be improved through formal connections such as regular meetings, supervision, and reflective practice alongside informal, social connections and listening services.

Ruda helped me achieve this by teaching me how to break away from my mental chains – so I could return to the true core of my being. As the ‘highest’ number of the single digits, it’s not surprising that 9 is considered a sign of age and maturity. Needless to say, the constant appearance of the number 9 was my angel’s way of reminding me to stop and smell the flowers. True enough, this meaning really suits what’s recently happened in my life.

International Journal of English Literature and Social Sciences. Lectures on beauty as a way to preserve the spiritual strength and dignity of women in the German concentration camp FKL Ravensbrück in the light of the documentation of prof. Karolina Lanckorońska. By consciously cultivating these aspects of the Christmas spirit throughout the year, we allow the mystery of the Incarnation to continually unfold in our lives. In this way, every day can become a celebration of Emmanuel – God sleeping with hands above head us. This concept of Emmanuel radically challenges our understanding of both God and ourselves. It reveals a God who is not content to remain transcendent who immerses Himself in immanence.