The Depth of Spirituality and Peak Experiences
Spirituality
“Spirituality is that which gives
meaning to one's life and draws one
to transcend oneself. Spirituality is a
broader concept than religion,
although that is one expression of
spirituality. Other expressions include
prayer, meditation, interactions with
others or nature, and relationship
with God or a higher power.”
What is spirituality?
The innate and continual process of finding meaning and purpose in life,
while accepting and transcending one’s place in the complex and
interrelated universe
Shared connection or community with others, nature, the universe, and a
higher power.
The development of values and a personal belief system.
Worldview that gives unity and goals to thoughts and actions, as well as
the process of seeking meaning, purpose in existence, and understanding
of one’s place in the universe.
The appreciation of the depth and vastness of life and of the universe
along with the acceptance and recognition of the transcendence of the
unknown.
Inner and relational harmony with others and the universe, as well as the
search for a universal value system.
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Philosophy of life, death and religion
•
A source of strength
•
Connectedness
•
Something not necessarily religious
•
A belief, concept, purpose and meaning
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Forgiveness
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Inner peace
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Love and relationships
•
Morality
•
Searching, coping, hope
Spirituality is about
"Think of the most wonderful
experience of your life: the happiest
moments, ecstatic moments,
moments of rapture, perhaps from
being in love, or from listening to
music or suddenly 'being hit' by a
book or painting, or from some
creative moment." (Maslow,
Toward a
Psychology of Being,
1962)
Peak Experience
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What was your “peak experience?”
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What has been the most transcendent
or happy moment in your life so far?
•
Describe a time when you experienced
a deepening awareness of oneness
with other people, the natural world,
and all living things.
•
What do you want people to say about
your life when it is over?
Peak Experience
Spiritual needs
Spirituality often becomes more important in
times of emotional stress, physical and mental
illness, loss, bereavement and the approach of
death.
However, questions about life and its meaning are
very complex.
Think about how you feel you fit into the world
and your personal values - it may be useful for
your mental health recovery. It may help you
figure out your feelings, beliefs and attitude
towards spirituality.
Spiritual needs
Consider the following questions:
•
What are your sources of hope, strength,
comfort and peace?
•
What keeps you going during difficult times?
•
What do you want your life to be about?
•
What role do your beliefs play in constructing
meaning in your life?
•
What aspects of your spirituality or spiritual
practices do you find most helpful to you
personally? (e.g. prayer, meditation, reading
scripture, attending religious services, listening
to music, hiking, communing with nature)
Activity: Begin with the End in Mind
By knowing where you want
to go, you can take the right
action to live your live with
meaning.
Doing this will help you add
more purpose to your
everyday activities and how
you live your life.
(Adapted from: The 7 Habits
of Highly Effective People, by
S Covey)
Activity: Begin with the End in Mind
Imagine your future, X years from now. You are at an event that is celebrating
you.
There are three speakers at this event:
The
first speaker
is from your family or friends, someone who can give a sense
of who you are as a person.
The
second speaker
is someone who has seen you come through your
difficulties and challenges.
The
third speaker
is someone you have made a difference to their life for the
better.
Think deeply. What would you like each of these speakers to say about you and
your life? What would you like their words to reflect? What character would like
them to have seen in you? What contributions, achievements would you like
them to remember?
Look carefully at the people in your life. What difference would you like to have
made in their lives.
Activity: Begin with the End in Mind
Spirituality is a profound concept that gives meaning and purpose to life, transcending individual existence. It involves finding unity and harmony with others, nature, and a higher power, developing personal values and beliefs, seeking understanding of one's place in the universe, and embracing the unknown. Peak experiences, such as moments of profound joy or connection, offer glimpses of transcendent awareness and oneness with the world. Addressing spiritual needs becomes crucial during times of emotional turmoil, illness, loss, or existential questioning, aiding in mental health recovery and self-discovery.
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Spirituality is that which gives meaning to one's life and draws one to transcend oneself. Spirituality is a broader concept than religion, although that is one expression of spirituality. Other expressions include prayer, meditation, interactions with others or nature, and relationship with God or a higher power.
What is spirituality? The innate and continual process of finding meaning and purpose in life, while accepting and transcending one s place in the complex and interrelated universe Shared connection or community with others, nature, the universe, and a higher power. The development of values and a personal belief system. Worldview that gives unity and goals to thoughts and actions, as well as the process of seeking meaning, purpose in existence, and understanding of one s place in the universe. The appreciation of the depth and vastness of life and of the universe along with the acceptance and recognition of the transcendence of the unknown. Inner and relational harmony with others and the universe, as well as the search for a universal value system.
Spirituality is about Philosophy of life, death and religion A source of strength Connectedness Something not necessarily religious A belief, concept, purpose and meaning Forgiveness Inner peace Love and relationships Morality Searching, coping, hope
Peak Experience "Think of the most wonderful experience of your life: the happiest moments, ecstatic moments, moments of rapture, perhaps from being in love, or from listening to music or suddenly 'being hit' by a book or painting, or from some creative moment." (Maslow, Toward a Psychology of Being, 1962)
Peak Experience What was your peak experience? What has been the most transcendent or happy moment in your life so far? Describe a time when you experienced a deepening awareness of oneness with other people, the natural world, and all living things. What do you want people to say about your life when it is over?
Spiritual needs Spirituality often becomes more important in times of emotional stress, physical and mental illness, loss, bereavement and the approach of death. However, questions about life and its meaning are very complex. Think about how you feel you fit into the world and your personal values - it may be useful for your mental health recovery. It may help you figure out your feelings, beliefs and attitude towards spirituality.
Spiritual needs Consider the following questions: What are your sources of hope, strength, comfort and peace? What keeps you going during difficult times? What do you want your life to be about? What role do your beliefs play in constructing meaning in your life? What aspects of your spirituality or spiritual practices do you find most helpful to you personally? (e.g. prayer, meditation, reading scripture, attending religious services, listening to music, hiking, communing with nature)
Activity: Begin with the End in Mind By knowing where you want to go, you can take the right action to live your live with meaning. Doing this will help you add more purpose to your everyday activities and how you live your life. (Adapted from: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, by S Covey)
Activity: Begin with the End in Mind Imagine your future, X years from now. You are at an event that is celebrating you. There are three speakers at this event: The first speaker is from your family or friends, someone who can give a sense of who you are as a person. The second speaker is someone who has seen you come through your difficulties and challenges. The third speaker is someone you have made a difference to their life for the better. Think deeply. What would you like each of these speakers to say about you and your life? What would you like their words to reflect? What character would like them to have seen in you? What contributions, achievements would you like them to remember? Look carefully at the people in your life. What difference would you like to have made in their lives.
Activity: Begin with the End in Mind First Speaker: Second Speaker: Third Speaker:
