By Dr. Katie Eastman & Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino Spirituality may sound lofty, but most of us practice it every day without realizing it. Every time you make a choice rooted in your values—whether it’s kindness, honesty, compassion, or fairness—you’re living spiritually. Spirituality isn’t only about belief; it’s about how your deepest values guide the way you move through the world. Think about the decisions you make daily. Do you slow down to let someone merge into traffic

By Dr. Katie Eastman & Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino When people hear the word spirituality, they often imagine something mysterious, complicated, or out of reach—reserved for mountaintop retreats or those who speak in abstract terms. But spirituality is not something outside of you. It is woven into the very fabric of being human. At its heart, spirituality is not about complexity—it’s about connection. Throughout history, people have asked the same questions: Why am I here? Wh

flexing our spiritual muscles—the daily, intentional practices that help us lift ourselves into greater resilience, meaning, and peace.

spirituality isn’t about belonging to a particular group or practicing elaborate rituals. At its heart, spirituality is the way we make meaning of our lives, connect with something larger than ourselves, and nurture a sense of belonging.

When we think of awakening, we often imagine a dramatic event — a sudden flash of enlightenment, a life-changing vision, or a mountaintop revelation.

True consciousness expands into the way we relate with others. Relationships are where our awareness is tested, stretched, and deepened.

Once we begin to notice our awareness in everyday life, the next step is turning that awareness inward. Consciousness is not just about...

Consciousness is one of those words that can feel mysterious, even intimidating. People often imagine it belongs in philosophy classrooms...