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The role of spirituality in modern society

With the advancement of advanced technology and globalization, modern society has become more and more materially rich, while also facing challenges such as mental exhaustion and stress. Under these circumstances, spiritual practices not only mean merely religious rituals or mystical experiences, but also become more important as an effective means of facing the inner self of an individual, balancing the mind and body, and pursuing the richness of life.

Spiritual approaches include a variety of methods that can be adopted in everyday life, ranging from meditation, chakra activation, rituals to boost self-esteem, and interacting with nature. In this article, we will explore these typical spiritual practices, their effectiveness, scientific evidence, and the intersection with psychology.

Spiritual practices to align the state of mind

1. Meditation: Dialogue with the self and silence in the mind

Meditation is one of the most fundamental spiritual practices, and its effects have been empirically confirmed by many people from ancient times to the present day. The purpose of meditation is to calm the distractions in your mind and focus your consciousness on the present moment. Meditation practices are not just relaxing, but also powerful tools for deepening self-awareness and finding inner peace.

1. Types of meditation and practices - There are many different types of meditation, but the most effective are meditation, which involves focusing on your breathing and mindfulness meditation. Breathing meditation calms the tumultuousness of the mind by observing your breath and focusing on the rhythm.
   
2. Mindfulness meditation is the practice of simply observing emotions and sensations that occur in the present moment without judging. These meditations can be performed not only in zazen, but also in a chair or lying down. The important thing is to have a certain amount of time each day and practice it continuously.
   
3. Effects of meditation: Continuing meditation can provide a variety of benefits, such as significantly reducing stress levels, reducing anxiety and anxiety, improving concentration and attention, and expanding self-consciousness.
   
4. Meditation has been scientifically shown to have physiological benefits such as lowering blood pressure, improving immune function, and improving sleep quality. Meditation can be a natural solution that doesn't depend on medication, especially for people suffering from sleep disorders.
   
5. Deepening self-understanding and meditation is an important tool for deepening self-understanding through introspection, not just calming the mind. By observing the emotions and thoughts that arise during meditation, you can face your inner self, which you don't normally notice. This deepening of self-understanding is the foundation for increasing self-acceptance and self-esteem and living a richer life.

2. Chakra activation and energy regulation

Chakras are considered to be energy centres that exist in the human body in ancient Indian yoga philosophy. The body has seven main chakras, each of which is said to affect different mental, emotional and physical states.

It is believed that disruption in the chakra will lead to physical and mental discomfort, and activating the chakra and balancing energy is important for maintaining spiritual health.

Seven Chakras and their Roles

1. It is located at the first chakra (root chakra) and is located at the tailbone, and is responsible for vitality, stability and grounding.
   
2. Second Chakra (Sacralu Chakra) - Located in the sacrum, it controls creativity, emotion, and joy.
   
3. It is located at the third chakra (solar plexus chakra) and is located at the part of the water, and controls willpower, self-esteem, and individuality.
   
4. Fourth Chakra (Heart Chakra) - Located at the chest area, it controls love, mercy and human relationships.
   
5. 5th chakra (throat chakra) - Located at the throat area, it controls communication, self-expression, and truth.
   
6. 6th Chakra (Third Eye Chakra) - Located at the forehead, it controls intuition, insight and wisdom.
   
7. 7th Chakra (Crown Chakra) - Located at the top of the head, it controls spirituality, connection with the universe, and enlightenment.

How to activate chakras: How to activate chakras

Typical examples include specific breathing techniques, the use of spiritual tools such as tuning forks and crystals, yoga, meditation, and affirmations.

For example, in order to activate the second chakra (Saicral Chakra), creative activities such as exercises that move the pelvis, dance, and art production are effective.。

In addition, to activate the fourth chakra (heart chakra)

It is important to be grateful and to practice love and compassion for others.

Effects of chakra adjustment: It is thought that when the chakra is balanced, the energy of the body and mind flows smoothly and the physical and mental ailments improve.

For example, when the first chakra (root chakra) is balanced, it will increase the sense of stability that has been grounded, reducing anxiety and fear.

Furthermore, when the 5th chakra (throat chakra) is balanced, self-expression will be smoother and communication skills will improve.

3. "Daily Rituals" to Increase Self-Awareness

1. Self-esteem is the feeling of accepting oneself as a valuable entity and acknowledging one's strengths and weaknesses as they are. People with high self-esteem can deal with difficult situations positively and maintain good relationships. Self-esteem is not something you are born with, but can be consciously nurtured in your daily life.
   
2. Positive affirmation Affirmation is the way you speak positive words to yourself. For example, repeating words like "I'm great," "I'm loved," and "I'm talented" every day can help instill positive messages in your subconscious. Affirmations are effective when you wake up in the morning or before going to bed.
   
   Journaling means writing your own thoughts on paper.

Journaling allows you to objectively look at your inner self, organize your emotions and think. Not only does journaling do it like a journaling every day, but it also allows you to dig deeper into a particular subject.

1. Habits of gratitude - The habit of writing down what you are grateful for every day is effective in increasing your self-esteem.
2. Having appreciation increases positive emotions and makes you more likely to feel self-worthy. The object of gratitude can be anything, from big to small.
3. Practice of self-acceptance and self-acceptance refers to not only accepting one's strengths, but also its weaknesses and past failures.
4. Practicing self-acceptance reduces self-criticism and allows you to love yourself. Self-acceptance can be deepened through practices such as meditation and journaling.

Spiritual practices that deepen connections with nature

Intimate dialogue with nature and reset your mind and body

1. Forest bathing and forest bathing is the time to spend in the forest. By bathing in forests, you can inhale the phytoncides released by plants, which can be expected to have a relaxing effect and an immune boosting effect. Not only can you take a walk through the forest, but you can also look at the trees and listen to the birds chirping.
2. Nature therapy Nature therapy is a therapy that utilizes the natural environment. Walking around nature, gardening, and meditating in nature can reduce stress and restore physical and mental health.

Observing nature and carefully observing nature sharpens the five senses

1. It will be a good opportunity. By observing the color of the sky, the shape of the clouds, the growth of plants, the movement of animals, etc., you can feel the beauty of nature and the strength of life. Nature observation can also be a mirror that reflects one's inner self, and can also be an opportunity to rethink one's own self.
   
2. Being grateful to nature and being grateful for the bounty of nature is an important element of spiritual practice. By appreciating nature, which gives us the things we need to live, such as food, water, and air, we can feel humble and feel a sense of unity with nature.

Scientific evidence for spirituality

Meditation and Improvement of Neuroplasticity and Neuroplasticity

1. Neuroplasticity and neuroplasticity refer to the brain's ability to change structure and function through experience and learning. Continuous meditation has been shown to increase the gray matter of certain parts of the brain and to strengthen neural circuits.
   
2. Meditation and the amygdala and amygdala are parts of the brain that govern emotions. Continuous meditation has been shown to reduce amygdala activity and slow down your response to stress and anxiety.
   
3. Meditation and the prefrontal cortex and prefrontal cortex are the parts of the brain that govern decision-making, concentration and attention. Continuous meditation has been shown to increase prefrontal cortex activity and improve concentration and decision-making ability
   
4. It is known that meditation and brain waves and meditation will change your brain waves. In a relaxed state, the alpha waves increase, while in a deep meditation state, theta and delta waves increase. These changes in brain waves suggest that meditation has a positive effect on physical and mental health.

Placebo Effects and Spirituality

Spiritual and Statistical Discussion

1. Some researchers argue that the effect of spiritual practice is due to the placebo effect. A placebo effect is a phenomenon in which patients' symptoms improve despite receiving placebo. There is an opinion that spiritual practices can also be effective by believing them, like the placebo effect.
   
2. The role of the placebo effect: The placebo effect is thought to be due to the activation of the brain's reward system and endogenous opioid system. Spiritual practice, like the placebo effect, can be effective by activating specific mechanisms in the brain.
   
3. Statistical verification of the effects of statistical challenges and spiritual practices is difficult. This is because spiritual experiences are subjective and difficult to measure. It also has the challenge of being difficult to eliminate the bias in research subjects and the effects of placebo effects.
   
4. More rigorous research is needed to scientifically clarify the effects of future research topics and spiritual practices. There is a need for evaluation using objective indicators and research that controls the placebo effect.

The intersection of spirituality and psychology

Carl Jung and the Collective Unconscious

1. Psychology and spirituality pursue human happiness through different approaches, but the two are completely incompatible. Carl Jung, who is said to be the father of modern psychology, is known for incorporating spiritual elements into psychotherapy. Jung pointed out that through the notion of the collective unconscious, mythical and religious symbols are deeply rooted in the unconsciousness common to humankind.
   
2. The collective unconscious and collective unconscious are the common realm of unconsciousness that transcends personal experience. Jung thought that the collective unconscious includes mythical and religious symbols (archetypes), which are important hints for the individual's spiritual growth and healing.
   
3. Importance of symbols: Symbols symbolize emotions and concepts that cannot be expressed in words. Jung believed that understanding symbols allows him to deeply explore the inner self and achieve self-realization.
   
4. Application to Psychotherapy: Jungian Psychology explores the unconscious aspects of an individual through dream analysis and sandbox therapy. These psychotherapy, like spiritual practices, are aimed at deepening self-understanding and promoting self-development.

Integrated Psychology and Transpersonal Psychology

1. Integrated psychology and transpersonal psychology are new fields of psychology that take spiritual elements into account beyond traditional psychology frameworks. These psychology are concerned with the internal growth of individuals and the exploration of consciousness transcendent to the self.
   
2. Integrated psychology and integrated psychology are psychology that integrates various psychological theories to try to understand humans from multiple angles. Integrated psychology sees spiritual aspects as one of the important elements of humanity and attempts to incorporate them into psychotherapy.
   
3. Transpersonal Psychology and Transpersonal Psychology are psychology that interests human consciousness and experiences that transcend the self (transcendental experience). Transpersonal psychology believes that spiritual practices such as meditation and yoga contribute to the expansion of human consciousness and self-realization.
   
4. Pursuing internal growth/Integrated psychology and transpersonal psychology not merely treat mental illnesses, but also pursue the internal growth and integrity of an individual. These psychology views spiritual practices as an important tool for not only maintaining mental health, but also for living a fulfilling life.

The future of spiritual practice

Three friends hiking

1. Spiritual practice is not just a means of self-development, but a path to deepening self-insight and connections with the world. The effects not only have the potential to relieve daily stress and promote physical and mental health, but also enrich life itself. Now that we are attracting attention from a science and psychology perspective, spirituality will become a central element of self-growth and healing in a new era.
2. Spiritual practice can be flexibly incorporated to suit individual values ​​and lifestyles. It is important to try various methods, such as meditation, chakra activation, rituals that increase self-esteem, and interact with nature, and find practices that suit you.
3. Spiritual practice is a powerful tool to help us understand us better, to live a healthy, fulfilling life, both physically and mentally. Let's cherish harmony with nature and create a richer life while listening to our inner voice.

Shokey Hayashi

Exorcist/Radionics Technique Researcher

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Born in Aomori Prefecture in 1965, he has been suffering from troubles, illnesses and injuries caused by spiritual phenomena since childhood. However, one day, when he was 20 years old, he attended an event, had a mysterious experience at the venue, and was hit by lightning energy from the heavens, as if piercing the spinal cord from his brain, and his psychic abilities blossomed. He then began studying psychology and psychiatry, and now he has combined psychiatry and consciousness engineering. Established "Radionics exorcism" using our own radionics techniques. "It's possible to treat your fortune" beyond exorcism, memorial service, and healing.