Success Habits For Dummies

Chapter 9

Tapping into Your Spiritual Side

IN THIS CHAPTER

Finding out what you believe in

Developing your spirituality through the Golden Rule

Growing spiritually through community and study

We all would agree that life is comprised of at least three areas: the physical part, the mental part, and the spiritual part. But many of us ignore the spirituality that is inside of us, and unfortunately, we tread through life without developing and refining our spiritual gifts.

The development of our spirituality is one of the great journeys of life. It can bring great joy as well as sorrow. We can be comforted by it and frustrated by it depending on the day. It can enhance our relationships and add meaning, or it can drive a wedge between people who are close. You might be asking, why then would it make sense for me to tap into spirituality when it can cause such diverging outcomes?

I think that’s a valid question. I might answer it by saying that we don't want to ignore a major part of our true self. In the achievement of success, you have to risk putting yourself out there. To receive the yang in life, or the good, you have to take the risk that the yin could show up as well. For us ...