Patrick Donahue

Religion Health and Healing

Spirituality vs. Religion

Spirituality and religion are two separate things that have similarities as well.

Spirituality is something that is engraved into a person's soul. It doesn't have to be a religious something that they believe in, but a higher power than themselves.

Even if you aren't religious, incorporating spiritual activities into your everyday life can positively benefit you and the people around you.

Chaplains Impact on Religion

Chaplains see themselves as companions to people who are struggling. There is a relationship between the two.

For someone who is near death, Chaplains are one of the most important parts for the end of life process.

Although they have no medical background, they represent hope and bring a sense of comfortability to people who need it.

Religion vs. Medicine

In modern days, religion and medicine were connected to treat people, but with the modernization of science, they feel less and less connected.

As the world progresses further, some religions are sticking with old rituals such as the Hmong dynasty who uses no modern medicine and other religions are practically following modern medicine.

In my opinion, if people wanted to get the best results for their patients, they need to look back at where we came from.

We are constantly trying to move forward, where sometimes the best plan of action is to take a step back and reevaluate.