Spiritual and emotional wellbeing.
Spiritual wellness acknowledges our search for deeper meaning in life and is reflected when our actions become more consistent with our beliefs and values. Emotional wellness is a measure of our happiness and satisfaction with ourselves and our lives. Achieving emotional wellness includes realistic self-assessment and an ability to cope effectively with stress.
Each person’s spirituality is greatly impacted by the community they are a part of and the relationships they take part in. Spiritual well-being is not a practice of isolation but rather of affecting and involving the people around you as your own perspective is formed. Spiritual well-being groups and sessions provide an open and safe environment to explore, learn, practice, support and heal. This safe-haven offered in such a group is important to those attending a drug and alcohol rehab center or for those in trauma therapy. Spiritual well-being programs often include group exploration and experiential practices on the topics of meditation, prayer, forgiveness, personal values, purpose in life, the role of self-esteem in spiritual connection, healthy relationships, and developing an authentic relationship with a Higher Power, God, or Spiritual Dimension.
Although the terms spirituality and religion are often used interchangeably, they also have their distinction. One may be spiritual without attending services or belonging to a particular religion. Similarly, one may be religious, yet not have a connection to their spirituality. In general, spiritual well-being as outlined in the three points above serves to enhance any religious beliefs or affiliations. In fact, religion can be viewed as a form of spiritual practice
Each person’s spirituality is greatly impacted by the community they are a part of and the relationships they take part in. Spiritual well-being is not a practice of isolation but rather of affecting and involving the people around you as your own perspective is formed. Spiritual well-being groups and sessions provide an open and safe environment to explore, learn, practice, support and heal. This safe-haven offered in such a group is important to those attending a drug and alcohol rehab center or for those in trauma therapy. Spiritual well-being programs often include group exploration and experiential practices on the topics of meditation, prayer, forgiveness, personal values, purpose in life, the role of self-esteem in spiritual connection, healthy relationships, and developing an authentic relationship with a Higher Power, God, or Spiritual Dimension.
Although the terms spirituality and religion are often used interchangeably, they also have their distinction. One may be spiritual without attending services or belonging to a particular religion. Similarly, one may be religious, yet not have a connection to their spirituality. In general, spiritual well-being as outlined in the three points above serves to enhance any religious beliefs or affiliations. In fact, religion can be viewed as a form of spiritual practice