New research suggests that spiritual practices, independent of religion, may protect against drug and alcohol misuse.

Spiritual engagement is associated with a 13 percent decrease in substance use over time. Participation in a religious ...

Gen Z is not walking away from spirituality, they’re rewriting its rulebook. In a world of constant notifications, ...

understanding of spirituality Likert 1–6, where 6 is a greater spiritual perspective 0.93 hospitalized † Religious wellbeing scales. ‡ Existential wellbeing scales. DAP: Death Attitude Profile; DSES: ...

Numerous studies have shown that spirituality can help improve quality of life for people with chronic diseases like cancer. According to a literature review published today in JACC Heart Failure, ...

The study is the most rigorous and comprehensive analysis to date of scientific literature on health and spirituality. Overlooking spirituality in health care leaves patients feeling disconnected from ...

A Pasadena-based spiritual organization dedicated to transforming lives and bringing about a more peaceful world through the ...

What to do when, in the words of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, “All that is solid melts into air?” Times of upheaval inspire a search for alternative understandings of reality. This was as true a ...

After a loved one's death, the author struggled to find the right words when informing friends and family. Many people avoid ...

Inspired by St. Ignatius, the examen is a reflective practice that connects us to our true selves and to the Sacred within us and around us. Its steps create space for loving and honest conversation.

Spirituality has become a topic of much interest in recent times in the scientific community. This includes the convergence of advances related to the role of spirituality in self-help groups, health ...

Oprah Winfrey speaks publicly about her daily spiritual practice—including starting the day with thoughts of gratitude. Arianna Huffington sets intentions for the day and meditates for 30 minutes. And ...