We may sometimes have this idea of "spirituality" as something removed from daily life...
... something that can only be achieved by sitting in total silence and solitude on top of a mountain, without any interruptions or distractions or obligations...
... or something that requires us to be completely calm, still, and peaceful at ALL times.
(Which can make us feel like we've somehow failed at "being spiritual" if we have a strong reaction or emotion about something.)
In truth, spirituality can look a LOT of different ways.
There's not just one way to "do" spirituality, or to be spiritual.
And perhaps being spiritual doesn't mean we have to be 100%, completely, totally "zen" all of the time.
Maybe we can be spiritual and still experience a range of emotions outside of just calm- emotions like excitement, desire, joy, pleasure and also anger, grief, disappointment, or even confusion... when the situation actually calls for them.
(For example, I think it's ok and SANE to be confused or upset when we observe some of the things that humans do to each other!)
So, perhaps being spiritual doesn't mean we have to be emotionless robots. Or DOORMATS who just put up with anything.
I talk more about this in a new video (below). Join me for a discussion of:
- genuine spirituality as being connected to your authentic Self (which might be zen but might also be boisterous, playful, emotional, sarcastic, witty, loud, or many other things at times!)
- being spiritual doesn't mean you have to be a doormat or have NO reactions to anything ever
- how your Higher Self will sometimes guide you to be LOUDER, to speak up, to be firm, to tell someone to back off, to set stronger boundaries, etc.
- not putting undue pressure on yourself to meet some impossible "ideal" of spirituality that's disconnected from the day-to-day realities and emotions we experience as humans
- giving yourself grace to be human AND spiritual at the same time
What does spirituality mean to you? How do you LIVE your spirituality every day?
Please let me know by leaving a comment on the video or replying to this email. I'd love to hear your experiences and continue the conversation.
With love,
Josephine
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I was truly inspired by your powerful and compassionate message that being spiritual doesn’t mean being a doormat, because it honors the beautiful balance between gentle presence and courageous self-respect — reminding us that true inner strength arises not from passivity but from rooted conviction, healthy boundaries, and the courage to stand with integrity amid life’s challenges; your insights resonate deeply with my belief that growth unfolds when we embrace opportunities to learn tenderly about our own worth, teach ourselves to honor both heart and limits, and imagine a life where spiritual sensitivity and courageous agency walk hand in hand, shaping lives that are compassionate, wise, and unafraid to claim space in the world with dignity and purpose.
Hi David! Thank you for tuning in for this message and letting me know it resonated. I so appreciate your thoughtful comment, especially your reminder that we can be both sensitive AND courageous at the same time… while honoring our inner experiences and emotions.