| Gay Spirituality And Amplified Self Awareness |
| Written by Howie Holben | |
| Saturday, 31 July 2010 | |
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Research has shown that spirituality is increasingly popular with more people turning away from organized religions. Gay spirituality is also following this trend. The internet has a large and ever growing number of groups and websites dedicated to gay spirituality.
Research has shown that spirituality is increasingly popular with more people turning away from organized religions. Gay spirituality is also following this trend. The internet has a large and ever growing number of groups and websites dedicated to gay spirituality. Nobody knows exactly why the growth in spirituality is happening but there are some theories. Some think that individuals are seeking a deeper connection with the world beyond what is material because they find the material world unsatisfying. They feel compelled to search for answers to the mysteries in the world which science has not been able to understand yet. Also many people are turning away from religions because of the problems in churches and the negative aspects of many faiths which preach fear. For gay people there are also the issues surrounding the condemnation of their lifestyle by religion. This condemnation has led to a world where it can be difficult for gay people to accept themselves. Some thinkers compare the process of coming out with spiritual seeking. There are no books or rules to follow; the person has to find their own way. Both require the individual to look inside themselves for true knowledge and acceptance. Some people have suggested that gay spirituality is following on from the tradition of gay people entering the caring professions. There has always been a high proportion of the gay population choosing careers such as nursing, social work and ministry. This may be because the majority of homosexuals choose not to have a family and so have more time and freedom to care for others. Following a spiritual path is another manifestation of this phenomenon. The effect of the AIDS epidemic may also have led more gay people on a spiritual path. Familiarity with death and suffering often provokes a feeling of wanting to connect with a higher power. Many members of the gay community have had direct experience of caring for a dying loved one and the rollercoaster of emotions that situation causes. Clearly spirituality is a complicated subject and there are many reasons why people gay or straight choose to follow a spiritual path. There are many practices and ways of doing that. One of the most popular ways for gay people is through the practice of tantra. This perhaps stems from the fact that homosexuals do not practice sex for procreation but for pleasure and to show love. It is not a big step from this into the world of tantra which fosters greater intimacy between partners. It also teaches meditation and living in the moment, both important aspects of spiritual practice. There are many workshops for gay tantra but also for energy work, shamanism, meditation, healing, Reiki and drumming, for example. Searching on the internet will offer you many groups and ways to explore your spirituality. Even if there are no workshops or groups where you live there are online communities where you can communicate with people who are exploring the same issues. There is also plenty of literature about the philosophical issues for gay people. Gay spirituality is a growing phenomenon and you can be part of it easily by using online resources. Whatever aspects of spirituality interest you there are many opportunities to join with other to explore them. The Article Author: Howie Holben is the owner of Spirit Journeys, a gay vacations concern that focuses on metaphysical tours. Howie has travelled the world learning from indigenous peoples. Uncover more about Howie, his work and a gay tours with a spiritual focus at Spirit Journeys website. |
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