(RNS) — Criticism of spirituality as inherently selfish may be overblown, according to two new studies that suggest people who are spiritual but not religious are civically and politically engaged.

We commonly consider spiritual practices as sources of peace and inspiration. A recent study led by researchers at the University of Vienna shows that they can also be experienced differently: Many ...

We commonly consider spiritual practices sources of peace and inspiration. A recent study shows that they can also be experienced differently: Many persons feel bored during these practices -- and ...

VIENNA — Have you ever found yourself stifling a yawn during meditation? Or perhaps your mind wandered during a religious ...

When Hannah Bronson gathers to pray the rosary with other members of Binghamton University’s Newman House, she turns on her laptop instead of kneeling in the chapel. Events such as the weekly praying ...

Pregnancy is a sacred time where a mother's thoughts and emotions influence her baby's personality. Engaging in spiritual activities like lighting diyas, chanting mantras, reciting holy books, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds frontman, 68, embraces a range of "spiritual" practices - from lake swimming to church and ...