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Spirituality, Religion, and Mental Health

Coping

Stress from guilt arising out of nonpractice of traditional religious rituals can cause symptoms when in the extreme. The best way to cope could be a belief in grace that certain things happen at certain times. Some faiths refer to this as Karma. It is important to accept the circumstances and build on that foundation. For more information, go to Articles by Authorities.

Boundaries

Extreme intolerance of beliefs other than one’s own leads to conflict. A common secular approach, and taking what is positive across beliefs, would lead to a productive, collaborative, and supportive social life.

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