| Finding a Connection between Spiritual Relationships and Spirituality throughout Finding a connection between spiritual relationship and spirituality throughout life is not always an easy one, and it is different for each person. Everyone looks for meaning, for something that claims for them "I am special and and important and belong for these reasons and purposes . . . ."~~For some, finding this happens right away; for others, it takes a lifetime. Still, the journal is usually a mind-absorbing and intriguing one because no one knows what kinds of connections she or he will find that hold relevance between their own spirituality and the spiritual relationships they foster and embrace. Spiritual relations exist to help individuals on their journey to find whatever it is they are looking for. Therefore, each relationship is different and brings something different to table (err, altar?). For this reason, all spiritual relationships, whether or not they serves as "final destinations," are valued immensely by those who are involved in them. Some types of spiritual relationships include: priest-congregation, mentor-students, orator-listener/spectator, parent-child, and, the ultimate one, God-human. This last is, presumably, the ultimate spiritual relationship, but personal religious and spiritual beliefs will determine that for each person. Spirituality is an aspect of human's experience. Its meaning is debateable, but it can refer to more than religion and God, such as a pertaining to a sense of belonging, having a sense of importance, finding some form of enlightenment and happiness. Spirituality, then, is recognized by everyone, including athiests, and is a major motivator of life's journey, regardless of what it is, because all of the above-mentioned criteria for spirituality are a part of everyone's life. Regardless of who one is or how one lives there is always a connection between spiritual relationships and spirituality that keeps one moving and changing and searching for that ideal state. The struggle makes one stronger and wiser so one has an idea what to look for, and, once it is achieved, will let one know one is there. |
