Spiritual Wellness By LaTonya Shook Integrative medicine and health psychology are beginning to recognize that health is influenced not only by the physical body but the spiritual, mental, and emotional bodies as well. Your mind is affected by your body, and vice versa. Your mind is affected by your spirit and vice versa. Mind, Body, Spirit means that our well-being comes from not just physical health, but from mental health and spiritual health as well. www.zoneofcomfort.com Spiritual Health: What is Spiritual Health? First, “knowing God” and Second, accepting and embracing God for yourself. Then, its being in alignment with God to have order in your life and allow you to access and practice the Fruit of the Spirit: Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self Control. Meditate on the laws, which requires some selfreflection and application in your life. Make sure it is done somewhere there is no distractions. Practice submitting to God…listening and following instructions. The Zone of Comfort – Life Balance Center www.zoneofcomfort.com Why is it Important? Because you are a spiritual being, having a physical incarnation. These fruits allow you to live in harmony with yourself, all life sources and the universe. How can I attain and maintain it? A consistent prayer life. Develop the habit of worship. Study the spiritual principals of life. Interact with others and nature in a positive and harmonious way. Be involved in activities that create, rather than destroy. Respect the environment. Understand self-preservation does not involve hurting someone else. Journaling your journey: not only helps you see your growth and blessings and will help someone else along the way. October 2019 The URBAN EXPERIENCE 19
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