Americans are more likely to say they are spiritual than to say they are religious. Nearly three-quarters of Americans say they are either very spiritual or somewhat spiritual, while 58% say they are ...

There are several different religions around the world, many with their own profound spiritual texts. As a student of various world religions, one might be able to find things of great value in each ...

This chapter focuses on three groups of U.S. adults, based on their answers to the following four questions: Do you think of yourself as spiritual? Do you think of yourself as religious? How important ...

(RNS) — Last week, Pew released a new survey describing the state of spirituality in America. It contains a lot of interesting information about Americans’ spiritual beliefs as well as new demographic ...

The number of Americans who identify as spiritual is on the rise, while many are distancing themselves from organized religion. According to a 2023 Pew Research study, seven out of 10 Americans ...

In a world where religious institutions have long defined our understanding of spirituality, a growing number of individuals are exploring a different path: being spiritual but not religious (SBNR).

As a psychologist, I am a scientist of human behavior. I am accountable to what can be understood scientifically through empiricism. And yet empiricism is not the only method we use to explore reality ...

Young adults often question their faith when they see religious intolerance. A recent study shows that while these doubts can ...

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A new Fetzer Institute study shows the positive effects of spiritual and religious engagement during COVID and similar times of challenge. The study “What Does Spirituality Mean to ...

Religion and spirituality can be deeply personal, and incredibly global. Whether you actively practice a faith or are just curious about the role religion plays in culture, your beliefs (or lack ...

International Humanist and Ethical Union: IHEU is the world union of over a hundred Humanist, rationalist, secular, ethical culture, atheist and freethought organizations in more than 40 countries.