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[www.fetzer.org](www.fetzer.org)  \nTABLE OF CONTENTS  \n1 About the Study  \n2 Introduction  \n6 Overview  \n7 Research Process and Design  \n9 The Research Opportunity  \n11 The Many Ways  \nWe Are Spiritual  \n12 Visualizing and Verbalizing Spirituality  \n29 Spiritual Self-Identification  \n45 Belief  \n50 Experiences  \n58 Aspiration  \n65 Practices  \n71 Spirituality in Action  \n72 Relationship Between Spirituality and Civic Action  \n79 Connection  \n87 Accountability  \n95 Perception of Spirituality and Civic Action  \n107 Looking Ahead  \n109 Appendix 1:  \nSurvey Sample and Methodology  \n113 Appendix 11:  \nEndnotes  \n116 Acknowledgments  \nABOUT  \nTHE STUDY  \n I think it’s a general part of the human experience, that we’re all spiritual in some way. It shapes the way that you believe, and the way that you present your beliefs to others.”  \nGrayce, 19  \nModerately spiritual / Slightly religious (Christian)  \nINTRODUCTION  \nFetzer’s mission—to help build the spiritual foundation for a loving world—is rooted in the conviction that we are intrinsically spiritual beings. In much of Fetzer’s work, spirituality is a central, vital, and unifying force for promoting the positive flourishing of both individuals and society. Because of this core conviction, we have a long-standing commitment to supporting research that deepens our understanding of spirituality and how it can animate concrete and positive change. Our mission compels us to learn about the myriad manifestations of spirituality and then—based on those learnings—to discern how they can be better cultivated and engaged for personal and societal well-being.  \nRigorous independent research is a significant part of the Fetzer Institute legacy. This study on what spirituality means to us today extends this legacy significantly. It will help us all to better understand the human world in which we live and, importantly, lay a base that can help to guide our strategies to transform our shared world into one that welcomes and supports us all.  \nBased on decades of Fetzer experience, and confirmed by this study, there is both a depth and diversity of spirituality within and outside faith traditions that isn’t yet reflected in our main cultural narratives.  \nParadoxically, recognizing this diversity allows a common thread toemerge, one that reveals that it is human to be spiritual and that engaging this spirituality can engender a greater good.  \nThroughout this report you will find illuminating examples of rich and diverse spiritual lives, ones that share more in common than we may have realized. The data make clear that spirituality is important for most Americans and is an essential part of their lives:  \n• More than eight out of ten people consider themselves spiritual to some extent.  \n• Six in ten people aspire to be more spiritual—and the more spiritual or religious people see themselves, the more likely they aspire to be even more spiritual.  \n• Nearly half of people say they have become more spiritual over the course of their lives.  \n• Most engage in at least one spiritual or religious activity every week.  \nBob Boisture President and CEO Fetzer Institute  \nRecognizing this diversity allows a common thread toemerge, one that reveals that it is human to be spiritual and that engaging this spirituality can engender a greater good.”  \nABOUT THE STUDY | Introduction 2  \nInterestingly, the more spirituality is important for people, the more it is desired. 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