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We humans are built for growth, designed to change over time and in response to changing conditions. We evolved from other species and continued evolution at every level of being is fully expected to continue. With change and growth written into our natur…

Spirituality is a personal and holistic approach to understanding one’s purpose, values, and beliefs in life. It can help to change the way you think about yourself and your life in many ways. For some people, spirituality is rooted in religious or spirit…

“If you can tune into your purpose and really align with it, setting goals so that your vision is an expression of that purpose, then life flows much more easily.” Jack Canfield I am fortunate to have spent the past decade of my career in the branding sp…

Many draw on faith as a source of hope and strength during their worst challenges. And for most, this is an incredibly effective coping method. But what if that faith became a professionally accepted tool in the treatment of serious mental health issues? …

The world today is going through a phenomenal metamorphosis that is affecting all. Be it climate change or economic downturns, political shifts or the rising discontent in certain parts of the world, everyone is affected. We need to come together as one h…

I want to introduce you to Meghan Roekle. I met Meg a number of years ago and had the immense privilege of witnessing her unfolding realization and awakening process. She, unlike myself, has been in a slow burn of realizing Oneness. Some backstory: Megh…

Does spirituality pertain exclusively to the realm of religion? Many people think so. But this is an error—and a spiritually destructive one at that. A spirit is the nonphysical part of a person, the part that subsumes his consciousness, his rational fac…

When you read the title “Spiritual Herbs”, I am sure the very first impression that comes to your mind are some sort of magical plants which make you fly like Harry Potter or something, but you might be bit surprised to know that many rather most of these…

When we are ill, our first port of call is to visit our doctor or other medical provider. Among the pleasantries when we first enter their surgery, we are asked, “what can I do for you?” We sit there explaining how we are feeling and what symptoms we migh…

The word “metaphysical” literally means “above the physical.” All religions are metaphysical to a degree in that they accept various beliefs on faith, not on physical evidence. Metaphysical Spirituality is a science, philosophy, and religion and is based …

Spirituality and prosperity are two concepts that have been intertwined for centuries. Many people believe that spiritual practices can lead to material wealth and success. At the same time, others argue that focusing on material possessions can detract f…

Let us first see, what is “spiritual” and personal development. A so-called spiritual person develops himself as a soul or has a soul, both false–we are not souls and we don’t have souls, while a personal person develops his personality. The first one li…

Neurological research has found that the brain has three distinct processing modes, called serial, parallel and synchronous. Serial processing is associated with IQ functions in the left brain. Parallel processing is associated with EQ functions in the ri…

Being able to see people’s auras (clairvoyance) or read people’s minds is usually equated with spiritual attainment and eagerly sought after. These are just two of many spiritual powers or gifts that are possible to attain, and that many people have. Howe…

Spirituality is an essential aspect of human existence, and for many people, it provides a sense of purpose and meaning. However, spiritual journeys are not always easy, and at times, individuals can experience what is known as a spiritual crisis, commonl…

The above are three forthcoming articles - penned by the Urban Hermit. Presented here is an introduction to facilitate understanding of the themes contained in those articles. ​ INTRODUCTION ​ “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable…

At this time in humanity’s development many people are experiencing dislocation and confusion about their roles in society, their family and even themselves. To them it may appear that their former roles, values, and relationships are no longer valid. The…

New age spirituality refers to a non-unified set of beliefs and practices that emerged towards the end of the twentieth century in the western world. The foundations of new age spirituality are built upon both eastern and western religious traditions, and…

Awakening. It’s a big term, one that encompasses a lot of spiritual arenas, and it’s mired in false definitions and proclamations. So I feel compelled to shine some light and clarity on what is spiritual awakening. This is a definitive guide to spiritual…

The scientific quest and the spiritual quest have been the two great quests of humanity but somehow a feeling has developed that science is antagonistic to spirituality. We should examine whether this is really so or it is because we give to science and s…

Many experience religion and spirituality as a help to their mental health, but for others, religion is a source of psychological stress, painful memories, and trauma. What is the path forward for those who have been harmed, rather than healed, by religio…

“Hope is the physician for every misery,” an Irish proverb says. “Faith conquers all,” the Christian New Testament says. “You shall triumph if you are believers,” Islam says. Most other religions and cultures hold same view: Hope or faith or believing in…

Life is full of ups and downs, and we all experience moments of crisis that can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. Whether it’s a health scare, a job loss, a breakup, or any other challenging life event, it can be difficult to find hope and meaning in…

A lot of people mistake Spirituality for Religion or some mysterious, supernatural occurrence. Some even think of it as a sect but this is because of their lack of knowledge and their fear of being manipulated. If we move past this and try to study and u…