What actually are spiritual needs?

​So, I'm wondering, have you ever stopped & asked yourself what it is I'm truly seeking? And, why?

Or, what questions am I trying to answer?

Have you ever reflected on which needs you are trying to meet by reading a book or religious text, taking a course or attending this workshop or retreat, doing a particular practice, act or ritual, saying a specific prayer, affirmation or mantra, following a 'celebrity', 'influencer' or 'guru', going to a place of worship, community or group, and paying money, following a prescribed dogma, set of rules or worldview ....

Have you enquired about their origin & purpose or the background & motivation of the teacher, leader, belief system ...

What's your discernment process around choosing who or what to trust, listen to, follow?

Have you assessed the outcome of your search? What's your measure of success? 
I'm interested in your views before I share my research findings, professional & personal experiences below. 

So, before continuing to read think about journaling on these questions and then .... read on and/or watch the accompanying videos!

Anchoring spirituality into the mundane - video introduction

Meaning and Purpose - watch the accompanying video here

Connection and Belonging - watch the accompanying video here

Awe and Wonder - watch accompanying video here

Peace and Balance - watch accompanying video here

Hope and Optimism - watch accompanying video here

Trauma Resolution - watch accompanying video here

Creativity and Self Expression - watch accompanying video here

Ethical and Moral Values - watch accompanying video here