New age beliefs

New Age beliefs are a set of spiritual and philosophical ideas that emerged in the 1970s and 1980s, characterized by a focus on personal growth, self-awareness, and spiritual exploration. Some common New Age beliefs include:

  1. Holism: The idea that everything is interconnected and interdependent, and that the individual is part of a larger whole.
  2. Spiritual growth: The belief that individuals can achieve spiritual growth and enlightenment through meditation, yoga, and other spiritual practices.
  3. Reincarnation: The idea that the soul or spirit is reborn into a new body after death, and that past-life experiences can influence current life.
  4. Channeling: The practice of receiving messages or guidance from spiritual entities, such as angels, guides, or ascended masters.
  5. Auras: The belief that individuals have an aura or energy field that surrounds their physical body, and that this aura can be seen or sensed.
  6. Chakras: The idea that the body has seven energy centers or chakras, which can be balanced and aligned through meditation and other practices.
  7. Crystals and gemstones: The belief that certain crystals and gemstones have healing properties and can be used for spiritual growth and protection.
  8. Astrology: The study of the positions and movements of celestial bodies and their influence on human affairs.
  9. Feng shui: The practice of arranging one's environment to balance and harmonize the flow of energy (chi).
  10. The power of positive thinking: The idea that one's thoughts and attitudes can influence their reality and that positive thinking can bring about positive outcomes.
  11. The law of attraction: The belief that like attracts like, and that one's thoughts and emotions can attract positive or negative experiences into their life.
  12. The concept of the collective unconscious: The idea that there is a shared reservoir of archetypes and experiences that are common to all humans.
  13. The idea of the universe as a vast, interconnected web: The belief that everything in the universe is connected and interdependent, and that individual actions can have a ripple effect on the world.
  14. The importance of intuition: The idea that intuition is a valuable guide for making decisions and navigating life.
  15. The concept of the higher self: The idea that there is a higher, more spiritual aspect of oneself that can guide and direct one's life.

Some popular New Age practices and activities include:

It's worth noting that while New Age beliefs and practices have been influential in popular culture, they are not universally accepted or recognized by mainstream science or traditional religious institutions.