Human beings are creatures who possess the capacity to know, experience, and live within the spiritual dimensions as well as the physical and inter-subjective psychological dimensions. Spirituality is the knowledge and practice of such living, which means the growth (or the journey) that brings that capacity to maturity.

a sense of meaning and purpose, a sense of self and 'that which is greater than self', and also practices such as meditation and 'bonding rituals' which support such identity and relationship; religion represents only a minor subset of the overall themes of spirituality and spiritual practices, and may in some cases hinder rather than assist in spiritual development, especially in the workplace; expressed in organisations in issues such as 'belonging' (identification with) and active commitment to the collective identity and purpose of the organisation

an academic field which studies lived religious experience as such, i

A questioning of humanity's place in the universe, marked by an interest in self-reflection, mortality and meditation. Spirituality is often associated with things that are mysterious, felt before they are understood, and beyond the scope of human thought, time and history. Distinct from religion, spirituality is an attitude and not an organized set of rituals or beliefs.

The experience of meaning and unity.

being spritually oriented or mentally, physically, and emotionally integrated with the soul. The quality of finding great inspiration from being in tune with a religious ideal or universally benevolent purpose.

An interest and intentional participation in the spiritual life, providing a context for open and direct experience of God and the entire spiritual realm at an intensely personal level.

(SPIR-ih-choo-A-lih-tee) Having to do with deep, often religious, feelings and beliefs, including a personâ€(tm)s sense of peace, purpose, connection to others, and beliefs about the meaning of life.

An existential construct inclusive of all the ways in which a person makes meaning and organizes his/her sense of self around a personal set of beliefs, values and relationships This is sometimes understood in terms of transcendence or inspiration. Involvement in a community of faith and practice may or may not be a part of an individual's spirituality.

that part of ourselves that gives us power, energy and motivating force.

Spirituality, in a narrow sense, concerns itself with matters of the spirit. The spiritual, involving (as it may) perceived eternal verities regarding humankind's ultimate nature, often contrasts with the temporal, with the material, or with the worldly. A sense of connection forms a central defining characteristic of spirituality — connection to something greater than oneself, which includes an emotional experience of religious awe and reverence.

The ascetic and pious struggle against sin through repentance, prayer, fasting, and participation in the sacramental life of the Church. See Gal. 5:16 26; Phil. 2:12, 13. See also SYNERGISM.