In what follows, a detailed account of art as the quintessence of aesthetic experience as a whole — which promises new spiritual perspectives to the contemporary person, is presented. On the basis of the experience of the previous generations, “homo-post-secularis” … Continue reading Spirituality, Philosophy and Art
Spiritual identity is dependent on a “narrative”. The story draws upon historical truth but is never meant (or able) to provide a completely accurate, factual account of history. It does, however, provide meaning. This account of spiritual identity follows closely … Continue reading Spiritual Identity depends on a “Narrative”
Love in connectedness as a reunifying force may contribute to realising the human being’s spiritual potential. It supports the view that caring for the whole human being must include the spiritual dimension. It is important for one to be seen … Continue reading Old Age and Love
Each of the religious world views that inspire the seeker offers their own ethics. These ethics sometimes contradict. This may lead to a lack of guidance on moral issues, but may also lead to undesirable inconsistency over time. Many of … Continue reading Ethics for the Modern Age
Hope is an interesting cognitive process with surprisingly little neuroscientific research behind it. One important question is whether hope and optimism are distinct cognitive constructs. There are some studies of dispositional optimism—generally defined as having a more positive outlook on … Continue reading Hope and Optimism
Multiple elements of Indigenous cultures have their wisdom useful in restoring well-being. Scientific analysis further explains how these practices address the physical and mental health of individuals and communities, which validates the application of these practices in the modern era. … Continue reading Indigenous Cultural Practices and Well-being
Here’s a short compendium of some of my favourite quotes from the works of Plato and Aristotle – Aristotle All men by nature desire to know. An indication of this is the delight we take in our senses; for even … Continue reading Noteworthy Quotes from the works of Plato and Aristotle
Here’s a short compendium of some of my favorite excerpts from the works of Immanuel Kant- Universal Laws and Morality… I ought never to act except in such a way that I could also will that my maxim should become … Continue reading Noteworthy Quotes from the works of Immanuel Kant
Spirituality is a distinctive, potentially creative and universal dimension of human experience arising both within the inner subjective awareness of individuals and within communities, social groups and traditions. It may be experienced as relationship with that which is intimately ‘inner’, … Continue reading Definition of Spirituality
There is a widespread acceptance today within the academic study of spirituality and other disciplines that spirituality is a natural human predisposition, an innate and dynamic human trait. Yet, until recent decades, it was commonly accepted that spirituality required a … Continue reading Children and Spirituality
