Discover Your Spiritual Beliefs

Self-Discovery

The journey to eternal life can begin at anytime and is best started long before you develop any illness or the death of a loved one.  This self-help spiritual awareness blog is based on Penny Taub’s book Heaven or Hell: The Choice is Yours! By developing relaxation and meditation skills, and, participating in journaling activities you can discover your own unique beliefs about the questions asked.  

Take Time To Relax

Lighting a candle and dimming the lights may help to create a peaceful atmosphere. You may feel comfortable at this time to say a short prayer asking for Divine guidance. 

Centering Prayer

Oh, Holy Spirit, I give thanks for all the blessings

 in my life, my  family and friends.

Oh, Holy Spirit, guide me to discover the wisdom

in the voices that surround me.

Oh, Holy Spirit, I need your help to quiet my mind,

my desires, my wants.

Oh, Holy Spirit, lead me into the sunshine

            to feel the rays of your light and serene presence.

Time To Relax

Meditation is more effective when sitting in a straight back chair or on the ground with your legs crossed.  Begin by closing your eyes and taking a few gentle breaths.  Breathe through your nose, feeling your chest filling up.  Now slowly release all the air through your mouth. Relax your shoulders and let your head droop forward. Begin to silently count, one as you inhale and two when you exhale. Proceed counting to ten, repeating over and over until your mind clears from all the distractions of life. Continue breathing in and out as you enter a deep relaxing meditative state. 

Journaling

Before going any further, please, grab a notebook to write in while doing the following activity. After several minutes start to think about the question: what is the soul? At any time you feel uncomfortable or negative thoughts invade your mind, stop and stand in sunlight.

Take a few minutes to think about your personal answer to this question.  Then open your eyes and record your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs in your notebook about the question: what is the soul?