The Spiritual Self - Understanding the Self.pptx

Understanding the Self

1. Classroom Rules 1. Always listen carefully and participate in every activity. 2. Seat properly and avoid talking to you seat if not necessary. 3. Raise your right hand if you want to talk. 4. Respect others ideas.

2. The Spiritual Self PRESENTED BY: CHAIKE B. ARSIT

3. Lesson objectives By the end of the lesson, students will be able to: 1. Explain the significance of spirituality in human completeness. 2. Reflect on personal beliefs and how they shape self- identity. 3. Develop a personal spiritual practice or ritual.

4. Introduction

5. What is Spiritual Self? - Considered as the higher self, the inner self, and a person's true being that is greatly influenced by a spiritual deity.

6. The concept of spirituality and its role in human well-being The body is believed to be made up of three components: • The Body - physical being that responds to stimuli and communicates with the surrounding. • The Soul - comprises the emotions and thoughts of a person. • The Spirit – the intangible aspect that communicates with deities in the spiritual realm.

7. Definition of Spirituality: Spirituality refers to a worldview that suggests a dimension of life beyond what we experience on the sensory and physical levels. It encompasses religious or cultural practices and beliefs related to: A higher being or divine power. Connection with others and the world as a whole. The pursuit of self-improvement

8. Symbols representing various religions

9. With over 2 billion believers, Christianity is one of the largest religions globally. It revolves around the figure of Jesus of Nazareth and the belief in a singular God who represents himself through three identities: Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and God the Father. Christianity

10. Founded by the Prophet Muhammad, Islam has approximately 1.8 billion followers. It emphasizes discipline, abstinence from worldly behaviors, and daily religious observance. Islam

11. Originating in India, Hinduism has 1.1 billion followers. It is a diverse religion with various beliefs, rituals, and practices. Hinduism encompasses a wide range of gods and goddesses, karma, reincarnation, and spiritual paths. Hinduism

12. -Originating in India, Hinduism has 1.1 billion followers. It is a diverse religion with various beliefs, rituals, and practices. Hinduism encompasses a wide range of gods and goddesses, karma, reincarnation, and spiritual paths. Buddhism

13. With a history dating back thousands of years, Judaism has approximately 14 million followers. It is an Abrahamic religion centered around the covenant between God and the Jewish people. Judaism

14. - Sikhism emerged in the 15th century in the Indian subcontinent. It has around 30 million adherents and emphasizes devotion to one God, equality, and community service. Sikhism

15. Founded in the 19th century, the Baha’i Faith has 7 million followers. It emphasizes unity, equality, and the oneness of humanity. Baha’is believe in the teachings of Baha’u’llah, who they consider the latest in a line of messengers from God Baha’i Faith

16. Originating in ancient China, Confucianism is more of a philosophical and ethical system than a traditional religion. It emphasizes moral virtues, family relationships, and social harmony. Confucianism

17. - Japan’s indigenous religion, Shinto, has around 4 million adherents. It involves the worship of kami (spirits or deities) associated with natural elements, ancestors, and shrines. Shinto

18. - Taoism, also known as Daoism, originated in China. It emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao (the Way), balance, and simplicity. Taoist practices include meditation, feng shui, and the study of ancient texts like the Tao Te Ching. Taoism

19. Group Activity Each group presents one symbol and explains its significance.

20. Research has also shown that when facing trials, religiosity predicts subjective well- being mediated by greater social support and meaning in life (Diener Ed. 2011) Positive effects of spirituality on stress reduction

21. According to Dr. Sepalla of Stanford University, spiritual people engage in practices that can help reduce stress (Miller, K 2020). Positive effects of spirituality on stress reduction

22. Miller(2020) proposed a simple guideline on how to start our spiritual journey. 1. Start small and make new habits easy 2. Commit 3. Practice 4. Study 5. Choose love and respect

23. Individual Activity ! Write a one paragraph reflection on your spiritual journey and it's impact on your well- being.

24. Thank you for listening!