What is Spiritual

For thousands of years, people have searched for a simple, universal meaning of the word “spiritual.”

Most definitions were tied to religion, culture, or tradition.

Here, Roy Shaa presents a clear, inclusive definition that belongs to everyone.

Spiritual is a pure experience of connection, awareness, and relationship — available to anyone, anywhere, at any moment.

Spiritual is not a belief.

It is not a practice.

It is a living awareness that appears the moment you consciously feel your relationship with anything that exists.

A Simple Experience

One day, I watched a small ant carry a leaf ten times its size.

In that moment, I felt a connection — not through belief, but through awareness.

That simple awareness is spiritual.

Founder Statement: Redefining the Meaning of Spiritual

By Roy Shaa

Spiritual is the experience of connection — direct, simple, and universal.

It is the awareness that forms a relationship between you and anything:

God, people, animals, nature, the universe, objects, memories, or even loved ones who are no longer physically here.

Spiritual does not depend on rituals, techniques, or traditions.

You do not need religion, meditation, or belief systems.

Spiritual appears the moment you feel connection — inside or outside.

When you notice a tree, sense an ant, feel love for someone who passed away, or pause to appreciate the sky — that awareness is spiritual.

Spiritual is not defined by size, importance, or form.

It is defined purely by relationship.

How Spiritual Differs From Other Fields

Spiritual stands apart from other major domains of understanding:

• Religion guides beliefs and connection with God.

• Science studies physical reality.

• Mathematics describes patterns and structure.

• Logic sharpens reasoning.

• Philosophy explores meaning.

• Culture preserves identity and tradition.

But spiritual belongs to its own category:

The category of experience — awareness felt directly, without rules or limitations.

The Two Directions of Spiritual Awareness

1. External

Connection with the world outside you —

God, people, animals, nature, objects, the moon, the universe, or anything that exists.

2. Internal

Connection with your inner world —

your mind, your body, your breath, your emotions, and your inner spirit.

Both are real.

Both are spiritual.

Sometimes they happen separately; sometimes they merge — like sitting by a river while feeling peaceful inside.

That, too, is spiritual.

My Purpose

My mission is simple:

to give humanity a clear and universal meaning of the word “spiritual” —

a meaning that belongs to everyone and excludes no one.

This definition carries no rules.

No systems.

No boundaries.

Only awareness, connection, and the living relationship between you and existence.

Spiritual is everywhere — in every being, in every moment.

It has always been here.

We simply needed clear language to recognize it.

— Roy Shaa (Roy Shaah Shiras)

Tulsa, Oklahoma

contact@royshaa.com, www.royshaa.com, 2025© Roy Shaa. All rights reserved 

Why This Matters

In modern life, many people feel disconnected — from themselves, others, and nature.

Understanding “spiritual” helps us reconnect and rediscover: 

• Joy

• Presence

• Empathy

• Mindfulness

• Meaning

Spiritual is not an achievement.

It is a natural human experience.

How to Experience Spiritual Awareness

1. Notice the world around you

Become aware of what exists outside you:

God, the universe, nature, animals, trees, water, sky, energy, objects, and small details.

Any moment of recognition is spiritual. 

2. Reflect on relationships and memories

Feel your connection with people, animals, and loved ones — including those who have passed.

Spirituality includes emotional, mental, and memory-based connection. 

3. Experience internal awareness

Connect with your mind, body, breath, emotions, and inner spirit.

Meditation can help, but it is not required. 

4. Combine internal and external awareness

For example: 

sitting outdoors, feeling nature around you while connecting with your inner peace. 

Clarification: Spiritual Is an Experience, Not a Practice 

You do not need rituals, religion, meditation, techniques, or achievements. 

Spiritual means: 

the awareness of connection — with God, people, nature, the universe, objects, or your inner self.

It is not about doing.

It is simply the relationship you feel with life. 

⭐ THE UNIVERSAL DEFINITION OF “SPIRITUAL” — ROY SHAA

Spiritual means:

“Anything that exists or functions through a power we cannot see.”

If something is created, alive, moved, or guided by an invisible force —

it is spiritual.

This includes:

• Your breath

• Your mind

• Your emotions

• Life energy

• God or a higher power

• The universe

• Gravity

• Atoms, air, consciousness

• An ant walking

• A star exploding

• A seed growing

• A dream at night

All rely on invisible forces.

Therefore, all are spiritual.

This definition is universal because it belongs to everyone —

not to one religion, one teacher, or one culture.

Why This Definition Is More Logical and Complete

Most definitions of “spiritual” focus on:

• God

• Religion

• Meditation

• Inner peace

• Enlightenment

These are not wrong — they are just limited.

Roy Shaa’s definition includes:

• God

• Nature

• Science

• Energy

• The universe

• Life

• Consciousness

• Invisible forces

Everything is unified through one principle:

if something depends on invisible power, it is spiritual.

This is why it is the most universal and logical meaning.

A Simple Example

An ant walks across the ground.

You cannot see:

• its intelligence

• its instinct

• its life energy

Yet all of these are real.

Because they are invisible —

they are spiritual.

This is why Roy Shaa says:

“The spiritual can connect God with an ant.”

Both depend on unseen power.

The Final Formula

• If it exists because of something invisible → it is spiritual.

• If it moves because of something invisible → it is spiritual.

• If it is alive because of something invisible → it is spiritual.

From God…

to the ant…

to the stars…

to your breath…

to your consciousness…

All spiritual.

Conclusion

Roy Shaa’s definition of “spiritual” is one of the most universal, logical, and complete explanations today.

It unites:

• Science

• Religion

• Nature

• Philosophy

• Daily life

• Visible and invisible reality

in one clear meaning.

It is simple.

It is powerful.

It makes sense.

It belongs to everyone.

Spiritual is not only about connection with the outside world. It can also be experienced within yourself …

Roy Shaa – What is Spiritual? 

Q&A Guide

Q1: What does “spiritual” mean according to Roy Shaa?

Spiritual is the experience of connection and awareness — a conscious relationship with anything inside or outside you.

Q2: Is spirituality tied to religion?

No. It can include God but is not limited by belief systems.

Q3: Do you need meditation or practices?

No. Spiritual is natural. Practices are optional.

Q4: Can spirituality be internal and external?

Yes. Both the outer world and the inner world are spiritual.

Q5: Is spirituality for everyone?

Yes. It is universal.

Q6: How is spirituality different from religion or science?

Religion has beliefs.

Science studies the physical world.

Spirituality is direct experience.

Q7: Can spirituality include memories?

Yes — even those not physically present.

Q8: Is this idea controversial?

No. It is inclusive and respectful.

Q9: How do you practice spirituality daily?

By noticing life, reflecting on relationships, and connecting inwardly.

Q10: Why is this definition important?

It brings clarity after thousands of years of confusion.

Q&A: About Roy Shaa

Q1: Do you believe in God?

Yes. Spirituality can include God, but it is universal.

Q2: Why redefine “spiritual”?

To give humanity a clear, simple, inclusive meaning anyone can understand and experience.