Beyond the Material: Exploring the Spiritual Essence of Humanity

Alonzo Bristol
9 min readNov 15, 2023

Humans as Spiritual Beings

As humans, we possess a profound spiritual dimension that goes beyond our physical existence. This spiritual essence is woven into the fabric of our being, influencing our thoughts, emotions, and actions. While we navigate the material world, there’s an innate part of us that seeks connection with something beyond the tangible.

Exploring this spiritual aspect reveals a depth to our nature that transcends the boundaries of the material realm. This spiritual core is the source of our quest for meaning, understanding, and a connection to forces greater than ourselves.

Pursuit of Happiness and the Transient Nature of Material Possessions

In our pursuit of happiness, we often turn to material possessions as if they hold the key to lasting fulfillment. However, the transient nature of material goods becomes evident as the initial joy of acquisition fades. This cycle of seeking happiness through material means only to find it elusive raises essential questions about the nature of true contentment.

The pursuit of happiness, when solely rooted in the material, reveals itself to be a perpetual chase without a lasting destination. This introduces the idea that perhaps our innate thirst for happiness is not quenched by…

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Alonzo Bristol

Ex-military brat, ex-Air Force, passionate for soul-nourishing travel. Family-focused, cherishes global adventures and moments at home that feeds the soul..