How to Find Spiritual Breakthroughs

Many people are on a quest to have a spiritual breakthrough, find nirvana or achieve enlightenment in their lifetime. However, no handbook, course or teacher can tell you how to achieve this state; instead, you must embark on a personal journey of self-discovery and truth. There are several exercises and techniques available that may help to develop and strengthen your physical and spiritual body.

Things You'll Need

• Journal
• Pen

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Instructions

• 1

  A journal will help you to release your inner thoughts and feelings.

  Write down your daily thoughts, activities and moods in a journal. Keeping a written record of your days will help you to review what is important in life, and may help you to pick up on patterns of how certain people and places make you feel. Writing in a journal is a cathartic experience, and will allow you to vent frustrations and problems. You may also be inspired to do some creative writing or poetry.

• 2

  Use a duster to remove cobwebs and dirt.

  Clean up the clutter. An organized and tidy home allows you to have a tranquil place in which to relax. Start by gathering any old clothes you haven't worn in two years and taking them to a charity shop. Remove any trash and organize any letters and documents; a good spring clean will revitalize your home and have a calming effect on the mind.

• 3

  Fresh fruit juices are a quick and easy way to boost your vitamin and mineral intake.

  Eat a healthy and nutritionally balanced diet. By eating fresh fruits, nuts, seeds and vegetables, you give your body the correct fuel to work at its optimum level.

• 4

  Yoga is believed to have a calming effect on the mind and body.

  Exercise on a regular basis---you could start a new class, join a gym or go jogging through a local park. Exercise releases special mood-enhancing chemicals known as endorphins, and helps to keep your body strong and supple.

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  Five minutes of meditation a day can help you to release worry or repetitive, negative thoughts.

  Meditate regularly. To meditate, simply sit in a quiet place, close your eyes, relax and let your mind be still. If thoughts arise, don't worry; just acknowledge and release them, and then continue with the meditation. You will find after a few sessions your mind becomes clearer and calmer.

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  Expectations may hinder a true spiritual breakthrough.

  Release all expectations. Many people have set perceptions of what a spiritual breakthrough may look or feel like. However, it is important to release these ideologies in order to allow the truth to come through, as a true spiritual breakthrough often comes in unexpected ways or forms.