QUESTION: "What does 'spirituality' mean to you?"

I do not believe in the existence of an entity external to the universe that supposedly created and rules the universe. I believe this is a faulty understanding of "God". Instead, I believe that "God" is the wholeness of all aspects of the infinite and eternal universe.

I believe that the entire universe is in some way connected and, therefore, as we go about our lives striving to be healthy and happy, we should also be striving to help the world around us be healthy and happy. (I refer to this concept as "Wholistic Ethics".)

But, ultimately, I believe that being spiritual means more than simply living according to what should be common-sense ethics; it also means balancing one's limited sense of self, self-knowing, self-guidance, etc. with one's connection to the infinite universe itself.

I believe that to the extent that one is successful in balancing one's own finite identity and significance with one's infinite identity and significance, his or her pain and fear will be replaced by authentic and unconditional love. Love of all that is, all that has ever been, and all that will ever be. In my opinion, love is the sign of true spirituality.

In love, I offer you my perspective of "spirituality".