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Isn't it true, there's something almost euphoric, or pure about the happiness or glee of a baby. When we look at children (babies in particular) we see this innocence that rivals even the most honest-hearted man or woman, eclipsing all our efforts of good and cheer, leaving us in awe of their delight. They have it figured out, don't they? Scientists list human babies as one of the most vulnerable newborns on planet earth. Rightfully so, at least infant zebras can walk, though with some difficulty, they walk nonetheless. However, the potential of the two (zebra and human infant) are vastly different, one will excel to amazing abilities that mark them highest on the food chain, while the other, sadly enough, may find the speed and strength of the lion insurmountable.
This aspect of health deals with the baby - no, more so its spirit. We will discuss how this unrivaled beauty embraces spirit, and if competent and compassionate enough, we too can garner some of that goodness within ourselves. Spiritual health is often discussed in a abstract manner, as not to conflict with popular belief or to create what we want in spirituality. Take a moment and look again at the picture, just as Mona Lisa's smile tells so many stories, this picture too, shows us how to smile from within. Happiness is fleeting, but joy is internal. Being happy with yourself and believing it, are the foundations of growth beyond one's perceived limits. An infant doesn't worry about tomorrow, or what he or she is wearing (or if they're wearing anything at all...), life isn't scary, nor cumbersome. Their joy is in the moment, however, their confidence (though that idea and word is far removed from them at the moment) is in the strength, love, and mercy of their parents.
Let's delve into this a little, remember, human infants are the most vulnerable of creatures this world produces, thus, they are helpless and completely dependent on their guardians for help. In like manner, a good guardian is always there, even when they're not needed (or so it may seem), to ensure that their needs are met. When a baby cries, it's consoled, when it's hungry it's fed until there is no more want. Lastly, it's given attention in such quantity (and with admirable quality, I might add) that the child has to escape to rest to conclude the activities. All these are innate in all of us, thus, escaping to that respective place is possible and at a turn necessary.
Spirituality isn't our creation, though the word was created by us, the idea existed far before we labeled it. With that being said, spirituality isn't what can we do for it, rather, what can our spirituality can do for us. Just like that infant we too need to develop trust and rely on spirituality to guide, protect and keep us while we meander through this most difficult and sometimes daunting existence. Wouldn't it be great to have the responsibility of an infant, which is to say none? Well, that may not be possible, but to a measure, we could learn to give place to the idea of making things simpler for ourselves.
The idea of God comes to mind when addressing the rank of spirituality, and rightfully so. However, let us not be bound by foolish thought and think that a God is invisible. The word God, is nothing more than a title. This simple explanation will make sense, once we define the title itself. Anything that you value as supreme, all that is complete and is zenith in our lives can hold the title of a God. With this foundation, now it is easier to see what we cherish most, and there our spirituality will be best placed. We as human beings, especially in the US, we find "things" to consume a large portion of that definition. Stuff, put simply, has a high value amongst us, and not to overly criticize, some of the stuff we see is pretty cool. However, it's just stuff....
Our spiritual health will rely on our ability to peek through the mire of material, and place our focus on defining our spirituality to accomplish super human feats.... And why not, if it is humanly possible, than how much faith, and hope should it require, not much.... The infant, so proudly displayed above reflects spirituality by giving way to joy, and enjoying the moment of life it has so preciously been introduced to. Though, it is impossible to revert (and frankly, counterproductive) we would be fortunate to love, laugh, live, play and enjoy others to such a degree.
Being complete is our goal as humans, and our spiritual health is a key part of that. Let your spiritual health be defined by things unimaginable by mankind, but by the things unrivaled in this world. Stuff will always be here, and new stuff is only tomorrows old stuff. Look to love, and laugh everyday, be encouraging and uplifting to all you come in contact with. Live like you've been truly forgiven and love like your life depended on it. Be kind to yourselves, and never let a moment go by without telling all who are deserving, how wonderful they are to you.
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