Spirituality has thus come to be regarded by the world as those futile, self-torturing excesses of strange men and women who lived in far-off, benighted places and times. Accordingly, the One who came to give abundance of life is commonly thought of as a cosmic stuffed shirt, whose excessive "spirituality" probably did not allow him normal bodily functions and certainly would not permit him to throw a frisbee or tackle someone in a football game. Dallas Willard
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The greatest blessing in life is living in a time where there are no barriers or limitations. The world has become a much more forgiving place in the last century. Our society has become much more open to new ideas and people who have come from far away places and different cultures. People have been able to rise above their circumstances and find a way to live a better life.

In the past, people were limited by their religious beliefs and what was normal for them, but now many people have opened themselves up to all kinds of new ideas and thoughts. Spirituality does not have to be defined by what is normal for you, your beliefs, or your community. It can be something that helps you find a deeper meaning in your life that will help you connect with something bigger than yourself.

Source: The Spirit Of The Disciplines : Understanding How God Changes Lives

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