You may or may not have seen the new Spiritual Activism collection. If you have, you may find yourself wondering what exactly Spiritual Activism is. The short definition is that it is an intersection of spirituality and activism. That's a very obvious and simple definition that brings about more questions than answers. Let's break it down a little further.
Spiritual Activism is all about compassion for all and does not fall under any one religion. You can practice Spiritual Activism regardless of your religion or personal spiritual practice. The number one thing to remember about Spiritual Activism as a practice is that it looks different for all of us. What works for one may not work for all. Tailor your practice to suit your lifestyle and abilities.
The first step to take on your journey into Spiritual Activism is to educate yourself on issues and break down your own barriers. Books like Tarot for the Hard Work (left) and Tarot for Troubled Times can assist you with facing your shadows head on to make change for the better. An easy way to take an active role is to share the books you read with others to encourage them to make changes for themselves.
Spiritual Activism starts on the inside, so do the hard work that you need to do for yourself first and, as you are able, broaden your perspective beyond what is immediate to you. Set boundaries. Know when to say no. Learn to be an ally to those who are able to put in more leg work than you. The important thing is that you start now. Don't wait for the world to burn down around you before you decide to take action. Awaken your inner warrior. Awaken a better world.