Spirituality is beyond the material world. It is that which connects you to your true self—beyond material pleasures and even pain.

It instills compassion, humility, love, and both physical and emotional strength within you. It connects you to your consciousness, empowers you to endure pain and loss, and encourages you to live—even when there seem to be countless material reasons not to.

But how can we embrace spirituality with all the distractions surrounding us?

Often, we turn toward spirituality only when there is no other way to find peace or motivation—when the material world closes all its doors to please or serve us. Yet, such a situation may never arise if spirituality is embraced from the beginning.

If you wish to begin this journey now, the first thing to accept is that you are not perfect. Distractions are faced by everyone. Do not see them as enemies, but as teachers. Let them try to pull you, but do not surrender to them. Awareness is the key. Learn to quiet the past and the future, and fully embrace the present moment—the now.

Bring discipline into your life. Set daily goals, focus on the process, and practice stillness—whether by observing your breath or by being fully aware of what is happening in the present moment.

Instead of reacting negatively, learn to accept people and life as they are. You will notice that you win more hearts through kindness than you ever could through anger or hatred.

Death is the ultimate teacher. It transforms your thinking, humbles you, and reminds you that everything material comes to an end and ultimately returns to the one true soul—consciousness, or God.

A visit to a cemetery or a cremation ground can teach you more than words ever could. In that silence, you begin to see who you truly are and what your real purpose is.

And yes, there is always a way forward. The path of spirituality will surely guide you in the right direction.