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Is everything about who we are contained within our brains?
Deep sea mining could supply valuable rare minerals to green technology, but one project in the south-west Pacific is invoking the wrath of local spirits.
In many European societies, the non-religious are a sizable part of the population, often silent but growing in number.
A new study reveals Australian teenagers do not relate to established ideas on religion and spirituality. Instead, they fall into six broad groups and show great tolerance for others' ideas.
Around 14% of Australians identify as spiritual. It is time they were given the same rights as those belonging to organised religions.
Many studies have shown that time outdoors is good for our physical health. Three wilderness education experts explain why periods alone in nature also provide mental and spiritual benefits.
Many companies now encourage certain spiritual practices to improve well-being and productivity, yet religion at work is a growing source of conflict. A paradox?
Canada is increasingly moving towards a secular culture. "Spiritual but not religious" has become our new norm -- bringing with it ideas of mutual respect and protection for marginalized identities.
African-American minister, theologian and mystic, Howard Thurman, left a profound influence on Martin Luther King Jr.
A conversation between a biologist and a philosopher on the relationship between man and divinity.
In the shadow of Trump-era cross-border discrimination, an early-stage scholar reflects on the meaning of religious diversity and his act of resistance by boycotting conference travel to the U.S.
Millennial Canadians are identifying themselves as spiritual, but not religious. This entails the desire to develop inner knowledge and to embody the virtues of compassion, empathy and open-heartedness.
Archbishop Desmond Tutu is first and foremost, a spiritual leader, a man of deep prayer. This motivated his participation in supporting South Africa's liberation struggle.
Employees increasingly want jobs that they care about and find fulfilling. Buddhism can help companies make this a reality.
A scholar argues that like many sacred books, the popular television show encourages men and women to reflect on their lives and choices.
For a century, Brazil's Catholic Church has sent holy statues out to parishioners' homes. A new study finds that these visits create a local subeconomy, benefitting families and the church.
What is the impact of religiosity and spirituality on ethical decision-making at work? India has a rich experience of such behaviours.
The relationship of Australians to religion is changing, as people find other ways to connect with their personal beliefs.
Films motivate people to travel to locations previously unknown. In the process, tourists become a lot like spiritual seekers.
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Gary D Bouma is a Friend of The Conversation.Emeritus Professor of Sociology, Monash University
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PhD Candidate in the Cultural Studies Graduate Program, Queen's University, Ontario
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Principal Research Fellow at NARI, University of Melbourne
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Associate Professor in Sociology, Deakin University
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Chancellor's Professor of Medicine, Liberal Arts, and Philanthropy, Indiana University
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