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Why Spirituality Matters for Success
Are you searching for something deeper to drive your success? Discover how embracing spirituality can boost your confidence, motivation, and help you achieve your goals.
What Is Spirituality?
At its core, spirituality is the pursuit of meaning, connection, and purpose. It is the recognition that life is both intricate and sacred, and each individual is an integral part of a vast, interconnected whole.
For some, spirituality is intertwined with religion, while for others it is a personal journey shaped by meditation, mindfulness, nature, art, or acts of kindness.
What unites these approaches is the focus on cultivating inner peace, self-awareness, and a sense of belonging that transcends the superficial markers of success and failure.
Spirituality means something different to everyone. As clinical psychologist Christina Puchalski explains:
“Spirituality involves the recognition of a feeling or sense or belief that there is something greater than myself, something more to being human than sensory experience, and that the greater whole of which we are part is cosmic or divine in nature.”
Whether or not you consider yourself religious, exploring spirituality can be a transformative experience.
My Personal Journey with Spirituality
Just a few years ago, I rarely thought about spirituality. But through reading, conversations, and listening to podcasts, I realized that manifestation, visualization, and the law of attraction are all connected to spiritual development.
· Spirituality is deeply personal.
· My beliefs are evolving, and I’m becoming more comfortable sharing my journey.
· There’s a “judgment culture” around beliefs, so I keep most details private.
My journey with spirituality is ever growing in ways that I do not expect. I find that it gives me peace most of the time and a sense of control. Trusting is something I find hard but is an essential piece when it comes to exploring spirituality. That I know takes time.
If I were to reflect on the 3 years I have spent exploring my own spirituality from Tarot to meditation I feel that I am only still at the beginning of understanding how I feel about it all and how it will impact my life. What has changed within me is that I cannot see a future without it.
How Spirituality Boosts Confidence and Motivation
Working on my own spirituality has:
· Helped me set and pursue ambitious goals
· Improved my belief in myself
· Encouraged me to look for signs and trust the process
When you start seeing results, it’s a huge confidence boost! Planning for the week or month with clear goals has become much easier, thanks to spiritual growth. I have tried this over time, I have seen results and it is a fantastic feeling.
Whilst motivation is a debatable topic that I would like to delve deeper into, I find that connecting to my spirituality gives me a boost of motivation to either make a choice or start a particular project/activity.
Confidence comes with evidence and embracing your spirituality gives you the inner confidence to build the physical confidence in a particular area. It is about believing in yourself and understanding that you are not alone.
Recommended Reading: Financial Joy
I recently read Financial Joy by Ken and Mary Okoroafor, which explores spirituality and “faith walks” as part of personal finance and goal setting.
Want to know more? Check out my upcoming review of Financial Joy.
Meditation: The Gateway to Focus and Peace
Meditation is a practice that involves focusing the mind and cultivating a state of calm awareness. Rooted in ancient traditions across cultures, meditation is often used to promote relaxation, enhance concentration, and foster a sense of inner peace. By sitting quietly and attending to the breath, a mantra, or bodily sensations, individuals can observe their thoughts and emotions without judgment, gradually learning to let go of distraction and stress. Over time, regular meditation can help reduce anxiety, improve emotional well-being, and even support physical health by lowering blood pressure and boosting the immune system. Whether practiced for spiritual growth or as a secular means of self-care, meditation offers a pathway to greater mindfulness and balance in daily life.
Meditation is frequently praised by experts for its benefits:
· Increases focus and concentration
· Deepens self-understanding
· Supports spiritual growth
I’m working toward a routine of meditating three times a week for 5–10 minutes. If you’re on a similar path, I’d love to hear about your experiences. Let’s connect and improve together!
Getting Started with Spirituality
Ready to begin your own journey?
· Explore YouTube for guided meditations – Personal Recommendation is The Gem Goddess
· Read articles about spirituality to find what resonates with you
· Look for signs and keep an open mind
My journey began with a random video recommendation—and it changed my perspective forever. Yours might start today!
Check out my post about the Power of Tarot and just see how you feel about it, go with an open mind.
Join the Conversation!
Share your thoughts and experiences with spirituality in the comments or on our social channels. Let’s learn and grow together—your story matters.
Take the first step toward success. Start exploring spirituality today!
Stay Magical,
Jonathan
The Wand and Phoenix Team
www.wandandphoenix.com