Benefits of Spirituality

The Need For the Spirituality

Western countries have reached summit of material advancement

Luxurious Houses

Skyscraper Buildings

Jet Planes

Latest methods of communication

Modern Advanced Society

…some hidden facts

ALWAYS ON RISE Murder Violence Drug Addiction Rape Unemployment Corruption Mental stress Suicide Divorce

Communal Violence

Public Unrest

Wars

TerrorismTerrorism

Steadily increasing every year.

Time Magazine Poll 1 st : Crime 2 nd : Lack of Morality The main problems of the society today ?

U.S. prison population USGOVINFO.COM

Gun Sales in America

Murders A phenomenal 124% rise

Average number of reported rape cases in South Africa in a year 33,000

Before finishing school an average child watches 8,000 murders 100,000 acts of violence

Number of Drug users in European Union 7.4 million Number of serious drug addicts in European Union 1.8 million

US55 Canada45 Denmark40 US55 Canada45 Denmark40 No. of divorces per 100 marriages

Av. number of suicides in Japan every year 22,500 Approx. number of attempted suicides in US in a year 650,000

Bangalore No.1 suicide city of India Can you guess the number of reported suicides in Bangalore for the year 2000? 1,938

Are we really advancing in right direction ?

Why is there much chaos & confusion in society ?

Many times we are bogged down by

Stress Depression Lust Anger Self-centeredness

In spite of all this advancement, men are  dissatisfied  full of anxiety  stressed  depressed & above all unhappy

WHY ?

So what should we do ?

Practice Spirituality

What is spirituality?

Spirituality can be defined as…… the state or quality of being dedicated to spiritual things or values, especially as contrasted with material or temporal ones to spirit or sacred matters; (b) being connected to the essence of self, others and life; (c) an experience of coming home to self and connecting to others is the experience or relationship with the empowering source of ultimate value, purpose and meaning of human life producing healing and hope, and is articulated in diverse beliefs and practices of individuals and communities

Spirituality as per Gita Spirituality can be defined as a process by which we can attain the real happiness in all aspects of our life

Spirituality is a universal term and is practiced in various religions in the world in various ways. But the essence of all the practices is the same – Attain love of God.

IQ – Intelligence Quotient EQ – Emotional Quotient SQ – Spiritual Quotient THE 3 Q’s

Higher a person’s IQ – the theory went – the higher their intelligence. IQ

Progressive understanding of the functioning of intelligence led to an understanding of ‘Emotional Quotient’ or EQ

EQ gives us awareness of our own and other person’s feelings. EQ – A General Definition

EQ is an array of skills that influences one’s ability to succeed in coping with environmental demands and pressures.

In mid-1990s, research of many neuroscientists and psychologists showed that EQ is of equal importance.

It is now believed that EQ is a basic requirement for the effective use of IQ.

SQ

Now, scientists contend that the full picture of human intelligence can be completed with a discussion of our spiritual intelligence – SQ for short.

They found that SQ is… Our Ultimate Intelligence

SQ allows humans to be creative, to seek answers to fundamental questions & play an 'infinite' game.

Human beings are essentially spiritual creatures because we are driven by a need to ask 'fundamental' or 'ultimate' questions.

Misconceptions of spirituality: Spirituality is outdated and cannot be applied in Modern day and age Spirituality means that we should give up everything and become a monk Spirituality is something that we should practice when we become old.

Correct Understanding of spirituality Spiritual principles are not dependent on age, but are applicable to human beings of all ages. The application may vary based on time, place and circumstances but the principles remain the same and can be applied even today. Millions of people all over the world are looking upto spirituality to improve their quality of life

Correct Understanding of spirituality Spiritual life doesn’t mean that we give up everything but we apply the principles in our individual circumstances and reap the benefits. We don’t have to give up anything but we have to add something to our lives.

Correct Understanding of spirituality Spiritual principles are meant to make our lives dynamic. By learning the art of becoming spiritual right from the childhood, helps us to become responsible, ethical, moral and successful individuals in the society. Reporter asking Prabhupada, “Why there are only young people in your movement/”

Benefits of Spirituality

Freedom from anxiety & stress

Family that prays together stays together

Relief from unwanted drives & habits In our present condition, we are slaves to any whimsical thoughts and desires.

Peace of mind

Real Happiness

Enlightenment

It helps you increase Confidence Concentration Memory Will Power Personality

Benefits of Spirtuality Enables one to live an energetic and balanced life.

Benefits of Spirituality It helps one to effectively manage one’s emotions.

Benefits of Spirituality One becomes more reflective & introspective

Benefits of Spirituality Builds capacity to face suffering & life’s ups & downs.

Benefits of Spirituality Reluctance to cause unnecessary harm

Benefits of Spirituality Helps one control Anger Disappointment Irritation Fear Sorrow

What people say about practicing Spirituality?

“Its really a process of having realization of God.” George Harrison

“Everything started happening for me when I began practicing spirtuality.” Jean Claude Halliche Youngest Director of 3M Inc. - France (29 year old)

“Practicing Spirituality has made a tremendous impact in my life.” Albert Brush Ford Owner - Ford Motors

“ I've been practicing spirituality for many years, and I've never found anything more pleasurable. Just try to chant 5-10 minutes a day for a week and you'll feel the difference. ” N.D. Desai Leading Indian Industrialist (Apar Limited, GE Apar Lighting, CEMA Tubes, Apar Infotech)

“Practicing Spirituality has helped me face all the ups and downs in my life with a great confidence and peace of mind. ” Hrishikesh Mafatlal CEO - Mafatlal Fabrics

“Spirituality helped me give up bad habits. It changed my vision of things.” Anne Schaufuss Dutch Model

“By starting to practice spirituality, I feel tremendous happiness.” Vicki Overton leading European Model

Marco Ferrini Italy’s top furniture designer “spirituality makes me feel close to God.”

“Mahä-mantra significantly reduces stress, depression, & the mode of ignorance and considerably increases mode of goodness.” David Wolf Master of Social Service Program at Florida State University Researcher for studying the effects of practicing spirituality.

“If I start my day on a spiritual note by practicing spirituality, I can make it through the day in a pleasant mood.” Stephen Farmer Health food store owner

“spirituality has opened my eyes to things I never noticed. Its like beautiful music – a very peaceful feeling, very satisfying.” Mrs. Grace Acquistapace Housewife

“When I am stressed out, I chant. It’s one thing which charges my batteries. It clears my mind and brings me back in focus.” Paul Bleier Printing Executive

“When I’m nervous I find chanting very claming. I don’t get shaken up at little things.” Mrs. Sally Raleigh Merchandiser

“My outlook towards life is lot more brighter, after starting to practice spirituality.” Bruce Klienberg Army Officer

“Spirituality makes me more perceptive, more in harmony with everything and everyone around me.” Jane Lahner Jewelry Designer

“I’ve noticed that as chanters progress from one level to deeper level, they become more realistic, more tolerant and more energetic.” Dr. Donald R. Tuck Associate Professor, Western Kentucky University

“Spirituality has brought me great peace.” Ramesh Lal Toronto Health Spa proprietor

These are some of the benefits of Spirituality. Don’t miss this golden opportunity of improving you life and make it peaceful, happy and blissfull.