The Power of Awe
Awe fills us with wonder -- we feel small in the face of things that seem vast, inspiring, almost beyond comprehension. So it makes sense that spiritual experiences often inspire awe. But new science is showing it can also work the other way around.
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<p><strong>Awe fills us with wonder -- we feel small in the face of things that seem vast, inspiring, almost beyond comprehension. So it makes sense that spiritual experiences often inspire awe. But new science is showing it can also work the other way around.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Awe from any source -- nature's beauty, art and music, even others’ noble acts -- can actually nudge us toward becoming more spiritual -- toward believing in the divine. And along the way, awe offers a host of benefits to support us. From reducing stress, to improving health, to even reducing loneliness, awe soothes our souls, and if we're open to it, pushes us to connect with something greater.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Dacher Keltner is the author of Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How it Can Transform Your Life. Find out more about the book and Dacher’s work <a href="https://www.dacherkeltner.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</strong></p>
<p><strong>To find out more about Piercarlo Valdesolo’s research, visit his <a href="http://www.valdesolo.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>.</strong></p>