Our primary goal at Becoming Whole Ministries and Becoming Whole Institute is to advocate, educate and improve spiritual, mental and emotional health for those who have a need and desire to become whole. It is no secret that this world there’s an abundance of emotional and mental health issues that intern branch out into and affect every area of a person’s life.

At Becoming Whole we believe that the lack of a healthy spiritual life plays a significant role in mental health issues, some ways that the absence of spiritual practices or beliefs might impact mental health are:

Sense of purpose: Spirituality often provides individuals with a sense of meaning and purpose in life. Without this, some people may struggle with existential questions, potentially leading to anxiety or depression.

Coping mechanisms: Many spiritual practices, such as prayer or meditation, serve as coping mechanisms during difficult times. The absence of these tools might make it harder for individuals to manage stress and emotional challenges.

Community support: Religious or spiritual communities often provide social support networks. Lack of such connections can lead to feelings of isolation or loneliness, which are risk factors for mental health issues.

Moral framework: Spiritual beliefs often provide a moral compass and ethical guidelines. Without this structure, some individuals might struggle with decision-making or feel a lack of direction in life.

Hope and optimism: Spiritual beliefs can foster hope and optimism, which are protective factors for mental health. The absence of these beliefs might lead to increased pessimism or hopelessness in some individuals.

Resilience: Spirituality can contribute to psychological resilience. Those lacking spiritual resources might find it more challenging to bounce back from adversity.

Self-transcendence: Spiritual practices often encourage focusing on something greater than oneself, which can help reduce self-centered thinking associated with some mental health issues.

Some key statistics on mental health issues in the United States:

Approximately 57.8 million adults (22.8% of all U.S. adults) lived with a mental illness in 2021 [1].

An estimated 49.5% of adolescents had any mental disorder in their lifetime [1].

[1] National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

It's crucial to note that the impact of spirituality will vary by individual. Most Mental health professionals increasingly recognize the beneficial role of spirituality in an individual’s overall well-being and often incorporate spiritually sensitive approaches in treatment when appropriate and desired by the individual.

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Warm regards,

K. Smith
Founder