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How Spirituality And Religion Affect Our Health

The influence of spirituality on our health has always been a topic of discussion in many scholarly debates concerning religion, spirituality, the mind and consciousness. In this article, we look at positive effects of spirituality and religion on our health. Common topics pertaining to spirituality and health and spirituality and the present day scenario are discussed.

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As lifestyles have undergone tremendous change and are moving at an unanticipated pace, it has become difficult to cope with the unending stress and pressure inflicted upon us. It is as if everyone who is born has to go through the turmoil of sickness, financial setbacks and emotional tumult.

Many a time, irrespective of the magnitude advancement medical science has made over the many years, people still die young from the most basic diseases. Also, when medical science still hadn't reached its pinnacle of efficacy, how did people heal themselves? Let us look at how spirituality and religion affect our health.

 The Mindset

The Mindset

In order to tackle any mental illness, the mindset is the most crucial element. Religion and spirituality help us evolve a mindset that helps us comprehend the innate human capability to recover.

The Positive Vibes

The Positive Vibes

Spirituality brings in immense amount of positivity in our lives. By being spiritual, our inclination is more often than not towards doing good.

Karma

Karma

The law of Karma is as impregnable as ever. By being spiritual, our inclination towards good helps us in attracting good in every stage of our lives.

Meditation- The key component:

Meditation- The key component:

Meditation is known to heal any form of illness. With spirituality having lost its sheen in the current day, it sometimes becomes hard to believe the fact that focused meditation can heal almost anything.

The Faith element

The Faith element

Spirituality and the faith associated with spirituality is the most imperative contributor to the positivity spirituality brings forth as far as good health is concerned. If we have the faith, almost anything in this universe can be conquered.

Story first published: Thursday, July 31, 2014, 23:29 [IST]
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