Spirituality: Starting Your Spiritual Journey

What Is A Spiritual Journey?

The first step in your spiritual journey is to learn about all religions, their policies, and beliefs. It is hard to know if the any one religion is right for you if you have not explored more than one. Make sure to take notes of the things you like about each religion and the things that you question too. This will help you narrow your options.

Where to start

This can be done in a number of ways. You can go to your local library. There you are able to find many books on almost ever religion you could need to learn about. It is important to note that you want to review only those books in the non-fiction or reference section. Fiction books will be filled with bias and non-truths.

There is another option for those who do not have the ability to go to the library, or want to publicly do your research, the internet is there to assist with that. There are many sites available to assist with finding out more on the different religions.

• AVOID Wikipedia Facts - this is a site where the public can make edits
• Use Wikipedia as a jumping point - read through the references section for ideas of where to look yourself.
• Make sure to read several different sites, and compare what each says about the same religion
• Explore social networks for information as well
• Facebook Groups
• Online Communities
• Pinterest groups

Online Resources

• ReligiousTolerance.org is a great site that gives no-bias information
• RelioionFacts.com list many religions and jumping points
• A great site for Christianity information is here
• Some helpful information on the Muslim Religion is here
• Buddhism can be explored here

Understanding Your Research

Now that you have done your research, and read about the different religions, it is time review what you have learned. Are there topics or ideas you really seem to like and are drawn to? Or are there some issues have you with areas of a religion? Make a list of pros and cons, and see where you stand with each.

Does it work?

I know you are probably asking you self does this whole process really work? I believe it does. This is the process that I took while figuring out where I wanted to be in life. I was raised in a Methodist home. As I grew up, we went to church and I was in Sunday school, and all that. I can remember questioning parts of the process and the stories, and being told not to question. I started to withdraw then from Church and the activities. When I started college I used that as my chance to research and explore different options. I read a lot of books, and did a lot of google searches. What I found was amazing.

My Results

As I explored, and reflected on my life, I realized what religion was best suited for me, Wicca. You might find this odd, being I have not mentioned it at all so far in this post. There is a reason for that. I did not want to lead anyone into my choice. I wanted to make sure I put all the others out there, and now you get to hear about my spiritual path.

Wicca is a religion about the earth, nature, and the elements. You are encouraged to ask questions, explore more, and grow constantly. There is no right or wrong with Wicca; you are free to believe and take part in any and all parts. You are not forced to believe anything you don't agree with.

My Resources

• Wiccan Together - Great site to talk, ask questions, and learn
• Scott Cunningham Books - He is my favorite author by far

Moving Forward

Moving forward, this section of my blog will be about my Wiccan path. I will include notes I have taken, books I have and will read, and so much more. I am very excited to share my journey as a spiritual being with you. Please let me know if you have any questions I can answer, or if there is anything you would like to know more about.

Blessed Be!   )o(