You can deepen your spiritual practices and build a stronger connection to your spirituality in many ways. Here are five best practices to do so:

Meditation

A time-tested way to connect with your spiritual self is through meditation. This is because meditation focuses your attention on a specific object or thought and quiets the mind for the duration. Meditation can help you reduce stress, be more mindful of yourself and others and connect with your inner wisdom. If you are new to meditation, you can start by trying just a few minutes daily and gradually increase this as you build your confidence. There are plenty of beginner classes and step-by-step videos available online that can help you with this too!

Tantric Massage

A tantric massage is a form of bodywork that originated in India and is rooted in the belief that spirituality and sexuality are intertwined. A tantric massage involves gentle touch and breathwork to awaken the body's centre energies and induce deep relaxation and healing. You receive this nurturing touch in a safe and non-judgmental environment, learning to dismiss and let go of any shame, guilt or negative thoughts and energy you may be carrying. This type of massage will result in a greater sense of wholeness and a profound connection to your spiritual self. If you wish to experience a tantric massage, you will need to find a highly trained and skilled practitioner who will guide you through the process with respect and your safety as a priority.

Nature Walks

A powerful way to connect with your spiritual self is by spending time in nature. Nature walks are a fantastic way to connect with yourself and your environment. This could be a simple walk through your local park when you have some free time or a long hike in the woods at the weekend to unwind and connect on a deeper level. During your walk, this is your time to tune into your surroundings and be aware of the sensations around you as you explore, including the sights and sounds. Take some deep breaths and notice how your body responds to being in the presence of nature.

Yoga

Yoga is a physical practice that helps you combine movement and breathwork with meditation. This helps strengthen your balance and flexibility as well as improve your relaxation and spiritual growth. You can start yoga quite simply at home with online classes and online guidance videos, or for a more advanced yoga session, you could head to your nearest studio.

Gratitude Journaling

Writing down things in life that you are grateful for can help you focus more on what matters most than the negative thoughts surrounding what is lacking in your life and the stress you may feel. This can help you explore a more profound sense of appreciation for the blessings in life. To begin this journaling journey, try writing down five things you are grateful for each morning and notice how your mindset shifts over time!

In addition to these practices, there are many other ways you can deepen and strengthen your spirituality; here's a list of some other ways you can:

-          Attending a spiritual community group will allow you to connect with likeminded people that have a shared interest in becoming more spiritual. These people will help you find ways to explore spirituality and allow you to meet people that you can relate to and will support you on your journey.

-          Reading spiritual texts will enhance your understanding of spirituality and the different ways you can practise this as well as helping you connect with yourself and become aware and patient with yourself during your spiritual journey.

-          Music and art are also two creative ways you can help strengthen your spirituality. Listening to music and discovering art in your free time will give you a sense of relaxation allowing you to be more mindful of your surroundings and appreciate the calm.

-          Making a positive impact on others and the world will boost your awareness of those around you and yourself. A great mindfulness and spiritual practice is volunteering! Put others before yourself and offer to help those in need during your free time!

In conclusion, whilst these practices mentioned are all ways to help connect with your inner self, it’s important to remember everybody's spiritual journey is different and unique to them, so it is important to explore and practise what best resonates with you and be patient with yourself along your journey.