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Spiritual Development

Spiritual Development. William G. Huitt. Valdosta State University. Last Revised: June 2003. Definition. Inherent property of the human being. Meaningfulness of our lives and our relationships to. ourselves. to others. to nature.

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Spiritual Development

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  1. Spiritual Development William G. Huitt Valdosta State University Last Revised: June 2003

  2. Definition • Inherent property of the human being • Meaningfulness of our lives and our relationships to • ourselves • to others • to nature • to a higher power (or to the unknowns of the universe)

  3. Source of Spirituality • Naturalism Brain • Pantheism Universe is expression of God • Theism Non-material soul created by God

  4. Benefits of Spirituality • Improved physical health, including blood pressure • Healthier lifestyles and less risky behavior • Improved coping ability • Less depression • Faster healing • Lower levels of bereavement after the death of a loved one • A decrease in fear of death • Higher school achievement

  5. Liability for Lack of Spirituality • Overeating • Risky behavior • Low self-esteem • Poor health

  6. Spirituality-Related Questions • Who are we as human beings? Where did we come from? • Where did the universe come from? What are its origins? • Are we in control of our lives or is our destination a result of fate? • Is there a God (in whatever way we define or know a Supreme Being)? • What is our relationship to God or the Creator, if there is one? • Is there a continuity of life after this life? If so, what is it like? • How can we increase meaning in our lives, in general, and my life, in particular?

  7. Relating To Self • Signature Strengths: http://www.authentichappiness.org/ • Index to Learning Style: http://www.ncsu.edu/felder-public/ILSdir/ilsweb.html • Jung Typology Personality Test: http://www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/JTypes2.asp • Classical Intelligence Test (2nd Rev.): http://www.queendom.com/tests/iq/classical_iq_r2_access.html • Emotional Intelligence Assessment: http://etesting.modwest.com/tests.php?test=2 • Becoming A Brilliant Star http://chiron.valdosta.edu/whuitt/brilstar/BrilStaract.pdf

  8. Pathways To The Soul • Creative Drive • Need for Initiation • Urge of Transcendence • Hunger for Joy and Delight • Yearning for Deep Connection • Longing for Silence and Solitude • Search for Meaning and Purpose

  9. Stages of Faith 0. Undifferentiated Faith I. Intuitive-Projective Faith II. Mythic-Literal III. Synthetic-Conventional IV. Individuative-Reflective V. Conjunctive VI. Universalizing Faith

  10. Activities • Create conducive environment -- Save, secure, supportive • Maintain neutrality between secular and religious and among religions • Any activity that allows students to gain meaningful insights regarding self, others, nature, God or universal unknowns • Provide variety of activities using Kessler’s “Pathways” as a guideline

  11. The End

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