My Spirituality

Multiple Views (Anekantvad) *

Rigid Tinking I force my views onto others and make no eﬀort to understand other perspectives.

Limited Awareness I know there are many views but make little attempt to engage or understand them.

Openness I invite and consider multiple views and am willing to change my mind when needed.

Active Listening I proactively listen, understand, and connect diﬀerent perspectives.

Deep Insight (Enriched) I observe and analyze from many viewpoints, cultivating wisdom and equanimity. I live Anekantvad daily, respecting the truths others hold while remaining grounded in my own. My Spirituality A Self Evaluation

Knowledge *

Uninterested I am not interested in reading, writing, or learning about physical or spiritual knowledge.

Curious Beginner I explore new developments in science, psychology, technology, and religion.

Engaged Learner I reﬂect on new developments, discuss them with others, and compare beliefs to ﬁnd common ground.

Toughtful Acceptance I readily accept new knowledge once proven and integrate it into my life.

Wisdom in Action (Enriched) I share knowledge with others and use it for physical, mental, and spiritual uplift. I live what I learn, seeking equanimity through reﬂection, practice, and teaching.

Faith, Religion & Scriptures *

Uninvolved I have little interest in religion or scriptures and do not believe what is written in them.

Dogmatic I insist my religion or beliefs are always right and try to convert others, even ignoring evidence that contradicts my faith.

Critical Engagement I understand my religion, including its strengths and shortcomings, and study other faiths with curiosity.

Open-Minded Faith I embrace thoughtful change, respect the core philosophies of other traditions, and form my own conclusions through research.

Inclusive Wisdom (Enriched) I am deeply familiar with my own religion and well-read in others. I integrate the strong points of all faiths into my practice, living with clarity of meaning and applying their truths to daily life.

Traditions & Celebrations *

Disengaged I do not practice traditional or religious holidays.

Minimal Awareness I know about holidays but make little eﬀort to celebrate them.

Spiritual Context I celebrate some holidays at home, know the traditions of other faiths, and mark life events (birthdays, anniversaries, marriages) with spiritual awareness.

Meaningful Celebrations I celebrate holidays with understanding and enjoy sharing their meaning with others, especially children.

Sacred Reﬂection (Enriched) I use holidays and traditions as opportunities for meditation, gratitude, family bonding, and deeper self-awareness.

Prayers *

Unaware I do not know prayers or their beneﬁts.

Simple Habit I pray brieﬂy (about a minute a day) and understand the basic beneﬁts.

Devotional Practice I pray ﬁve minutes a day with awareness of meaning and metaphors and say a simple prayer before meals.

Joyful Practice I pray about 10 minutes a day and before meals, visit a temple or spiritual place weekly, and feel uplifted through prayer.

Prayerful Equanimity (Enriched) I pray and meditate about 30 minutes daily with devotion and understanding. Prayer brings me peace, gratitude, and equanimity, and I carry this spirit into my daily life and relationships.

Meditation & Silence *

Unaware & Restless I make no time for meditation, silence, or stillness in daily life.

Occasional Attempts I try meditation or silence occasionally but ﬁnd it hard to focus and give up quickly.

Basic Practice I meditate or sit quietly for about 10 minutes a few times a week and use deep breathing when stressed.

Regular Practice I meditate about 20 minutes daily, practice mindful silence, and use breath awareness throughout the day.

Living Stillness (Enriched) I meditate or practice silence for at least 30 minutes daily, cultivating calm, compassion, and clarity. Silence is part of my daily rhythm, bringing balance, inner peace, and connection with the deeper self.

Spiritual Community (Sangh) *

Disconnected I do not participate in any spiritual or religious community.

Occasional Attender I occasionally attend services, classes, or gatherings but do not actively engage.

Regular Participant I regularly attend spiritual gatherings and contribute through learning or small acts of service.

Active Contributor I take responsibility within my community, support others, and help organize or guide activities.

Community Builder (Enriched) I uplift my community through leadership, service, and compassion. I encourage others on their spiritual journey, fostering harmony, growth, and inclusivity. “Religion without science is blind; Science without religion is lame.” — Albert Einstein To measure your progress online, go to www.jwol.org