Advice for a former Atheist?
So I have been having some spiritual feelings lately but I still have important values linked to atheism.
I’m not sure if these feelings are real but I want to explore them… for one I still don’t have faith or trust in gods, not that they are 100% not true, more like there are so many other possibilities out there that picking one or even five is just not me. I understand many people have connections to gods and so they place faith in them above all else but I don’t think that’s my path. Honestly the spirituality I feel is closer to fey, imps, or well, you know, spirits.
I also really don’t jive with the concept of gods or magic of the gaps… a big part of my beliefs or philosophy is that being comfortable with the unknown is important. Another thing that I don’t think I could let go is agency or chance… I don’t think I could prey or meditate on these spirits and ask for favors or luck.
It’s weird… like these spiritual feelings are there, like seeing friends in everyday things. But… I can’t even bring myself to believe in ghosts, like I don’t deny the possibility of something I can’t see, but I’m not going to assume it’s real because I can’t see it. You can’t prove a negative.
I want to clarify once again I’m not trying to attack anyone’s spiritual beliefs. Everyone approaches the world differently, and as long as the beliefs aren’t bringing hate or violence into your life. they should be celebrated. Basically I’m asking if there are any exercises, you guys could recommend to help me learn more about these feelings. And advice on how my values can coexist. Thanks in advance.