Why Millennials Are Focused on These 5 Ancient Spiritual Practices

The rise in ancient spiritual practices is seen among many millennials. The spark in mental health has become a growing concern, and the need for connection and healing is one of the focuses for millennials. More and more people are going through a mental health crisis, especially millennials, who are in their 30s now. The thirties are a crucial point in our lives that shape who we are for the future. So, it’s becoming more important to millennials to become one with their mind, body, and spirit in order to enhance their place in society.

What is an Example of an Ancient Spiritual Practice?

Today, practicing mindfulness with meditation has become a huge focus in the spirituality community of millennials. Meditation has been seen in many cultures for thousands of years. Places like Tibet, India, and China started this practice in their own cultures, and spiritual coaches today have studied these practices and applied them to their coaching styles.

Other Popular Practices

Yoga

Exercise has become very prevalent in America since obesity has risen. So, another practice that people favor is yoga. Yoga is done with a focus and meditation that came from a historical text called the Rig Veda. The idea is to become in union with the consciousness through breathing and body work. Our connection with ourselves has been lost because we are focused on the stressors of life and not taking time for ourselves.

Ayahuasca

This practice has recently been seen here in America. It has been done by influencers struggling with their mental health and wanting to be one with themselves and nature. Ayahuasca is a tea, and it is also a psychedelic that allows one to enter a dream state where they are said to have lucid dreaming. Although there isn’t much research or studies being done on this practice, it has helped some people. However, not everyone has a positive experience.

Tarot Readings and Astrology

Tarot readings and astrology go back many years. The number of people on social media, from Instagram to TikTok Tok talking about these types of spiritual practices has significantly increased over the last couple of years. Many have felt they have connected to themselves and who they are, what their life will plan out to be by doing these types of readings and studies. Asking the spirits of their ancestors to guide them.

Why Are Millennials Interested in Ancient Spiritual Practices

Many millennials are coming up with mental health problems because the generation was introduced to technology at its peak. Meaning we were introduced to advanced technology, but also were still able to play outside and enjoy life as children. We’ve been into technology and entertainment from a young age, so we have lost our ability to connect with our inner knowing.

Another reason is that many millennials have realized that they don’t connect with the rules of the churches they grew up in. They are trying to find something that speaks to them in a way that allows them to be free of the overwhelming religious practices in churches.

There has also been an increase in LGBTQ+ communities, people living their lives based on their love for the same sex. This is considered a sinful act in a lot of traditional churches. Instead of adhering to these churches, the internet has given them tools to research and get different ideas to connect with themselves and others spiritually. I believe this to be a step in the right direction for people as they continue to become more authentic.