Religious!? I’m not sure. 🤔
I pray every day 🙏 but I also have a different belief.. I believe in more than just one book.(Yes, one that’s been looked over since I was a child) I love Greek mythology, I love herb books and ritualistic beliefs, love reading&asking questions about other areas of religion! I love listening to how others practice in their religion and getting thrown into their worlds. I love listening, to all of it. The similarities and differences in stories and god/gods/ext. I don’t think I will ever believe in just one way of thinking but I’d love to understand each. Truly. Growing up forced to learn the ways of the Christian church (on my father side) gave me many different ways to look at life. My grandmother on my mother’s side grew up Mormon. I was a love child. I had many friends of every religion and some that didn’t. I found church to be a gathering of lost souls.. for those who NEED a place. For those who feel it (whatever they characterize it as) there’s so many different names, I truly don’t think you need any ONE space.
I pray/talk/think/move every day 🙏 because I know something in my heart/head/body is listening.
I will always have my bible by my bedside because it found me during such a dark time in my life. It gave me someone when I had no one. ❤️ Something that listened when no one else felt the need.
I met my husband at church camp when I was 13 years old. (To this day we make a joke of “this one time at church camp…”) 🏕️ I went home telling my mother I found the boy I was going to marry.
We didn’t reconnect until my 20s. I’ll always cherish our meeting. ❤️🥹
I will say there’s a drive for all of us in this world and I truly hope we all find whatever it is we need and are looking for! No matter how we practice or if there is any at all.
#beliefs #believeinyourself #embracevulnerability #unfiltered #thoughts
Many people find comfort and guidance in spiritual practices that go beyond a single religious doctrine, and that's a beautiful part of the human experience. Holding onto a cherished Bible, especially one that has witnessed life's darkest and most transformative moments, can serve as a profound source of solace and strength. This connection often represents more than just religious text—it becomes a symbol of hope and companionship during times of loneliness. Exploring various belief systems—such as Greek mythology, herbal traditions, and rituals—can enrich one’s understanding of the complex ways humans interpret the divine and the mysteries of life. Each tradition offers unique stories, gods, and meanings that reflect universal themes like love, loss, morality, and the search for purpose. By listening to and understanding the practices of different faiths, we can appreciate both the shared human quest for meaning and the beautiful diversity of spiritual expression. The author’s upbringing, influenced by a Christian church environment and a Mormon heritage through family, demonstrates how early exposure to different religious traditions can shape a lifelong curiosity and respect for diverse beliefs. This experience highlights how spiritual identity is often personal and fluid, rather than fixed, and that many find solace in creating their own path that honors multiple influences. Church can be a gathering place for those seeking connection, a community for "lost souls," but as the author notes, faith and spirituality do not necessarily require a single space or institution. The drive to find what nourishes the spirit—whether it’s prayer, contemplation, movement, or connection with nature—underscores the idea that spirituality is deeply individual. The story of meeting a life partner at church camp adds a heartfelt layer to the narrative, illustrating how faith communities can also be venues for meaningful human relationships and lifelong memories. Ultimately, this reflective approach encourages readers to embrace vulnerability and trust in their own beliefs, understanding that spirituality can be as broad and varied as life itself. It invites us to cherish the sacred objects and rituals that help us feel listened to and supported, while remaining open to learning and growing from the vast spectrum of human faith and practice.
