Why do people *need* spirituality in their lives? (abortion, gay, create)

[Dave_n_Tenn]

Originally Posted by Open-D

How?

Have you ever seen the sunrise on the ocean, or the birth of a child, or the landing on the moon, or the hands of a loving mother?

Think of that.... now multiply that feeling 7 x 70

[MysticPhD]

Originally Posted by jonesg

Thats the great cosmic thirst for union with God.
I'm a spiritual entity having a physical experience.
Or as Jung put it, I don't have a soul, I am a soul.

[jonesg]

Why do people *need* spirituality in their lives?

I'd say its not for those who "need it".
Its only for those who "want it".
If you don't want it, you can't have it.

[Arach Angle]

Originally Posted by jonesg

Thats the great cosmic thirst for union with God.
I'm a spiritual entity having a physical experience.
Or as Jung put it, I don't have a soul, I am a soul.

well, unfortunately, its clear. We are the universe is having a human experience. My even experiencing itself to a degree. The universe quantum computed us. whatever we are, the universe is more of. we can discuss how much more, but I am guessing you won't.

it is what the science shows, You can take those statements to any college science person and will agree.

[CorporateCowboy]

Originally Posted by jonesg

I'd say its not for those who "need it".
Its only for those who "want it".
If you don't want it, you can't have it.

Or for people who think they 'need' it as some sort of 'requirement' (in re: religion) which essentially negates the point.

[jonesg]

Originally Posted by Arach Angle

well, unfortunately, its clear. We are the universe is having a human experience. My even experiencing itself to a degree. The universe quantum computed us. whatever we are, the universe is more of. we can discuss how much more, but I am guessing you won't.

it is what the science shows, You can take those statements to any college science person and will agree.

There are theoretical physicsts who say as much, the big bang was the big wow.

[jonesg]

Originally Posted by CorporateCowboy

Or for people who think they 'need' it as some sort of 'requirement' (in re: religion) which essentially negates the point.

Thats true.
They have to want it or its worth nothing, lots of religious people fit that.

[Freak80]

Why? Because human life is “nasty, brutish, and short.” People just can’t handle the idea that this one miserable life is all there is.

In addition, spirituality helps keep the masses in their “proper place” at the bottom of the socioeconomic food chain. The elites have a vested interest in promoting spirituality, so most societies have it.

[CorporateCowboy]

Originally Posted by Freak80

Why? Because human life is “nasty, brutish, and short.” People just can’t handle the idea that this one miserable life is all there is.

Yep, which is why our emotional health (and cultivating a positive state of mind) is imperative, especially for those of us who do not believe in a god or a higher power. That said, it is necessary to feel compassion, awe, and acceptance as a whole (feelings associated with spirituality or a higher consciousness) for psychological well-being.

[TRANSPONDER]

I agree. But this 'spiritual' compassion seems possible in all religions or none. Foe me, 'spirituality' comes in music, discovery, and..well, fun. I enjoy good humour and a laugh. Which is why it makes being here less of a grind than otherwise it might be.