Our Beliefs

Get Better Church Beliefs: A Scientific Approach to Self-Healing and Spiritual Growth

At Get Better Church, we believe that spirituality is a journey of self-discovery, healing, and transformation. Central to our approach is the idea that spiritual growth can be pursued through a scientific, evidence-based approach to self-inquiry and self-healing. Our practices are designed to empower individuals to explore their inner world, identify patterns, and nurture balance and well-being with intentional, structured techniques. This method honors both ancient wisdom and contemporary understanding, providing a non-dogmatic, open framework for spiritual exploration.

Core Beliefs of Get Better Church

1. Self-Inquiry as a Path to Healing
• We believe that self-inquiry is fundamental to self-healing. By observing our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with curiosity and openness, individuals can gain valuable insights into their personal patterns and begin to address obstacles to inner peace. This approach treats the self as a subject for compassionate study and reflection, helping members to identify areas for growth and healing through direct, honest self-exploration.
2. Structured Practice for Transformational Growth
• Just as scientific exploration relies on structured methods, personal growth benefits from consistent practices. We encourage members to engage in regular practices like journaling, meditation, and guided self-reflection, providing tools that foster clarity, intention, and progress on their spiritual path. These practices are free from rigid rules but are designed to support individual journeys with meaningful, intentional activities that catalyze change.
3. Integration of Knowledge and Experience
• We recognize that true growth occurs when knowledge is paired with lived experience. Our approach emphasizes experiential learning, where insights gained from self-inquiry are integrated into daily life. This commitment to practical application encourages members to experiment with tools and practices, observing what resonates and adapting based on personal experience. This process mirrors a scientific approach, encouraging exploration, experimentation, and discovery.
4. Community as a Source of Wisdom and Support
• While self-healing is personal, community can provide invaluable support, shared wisdom, and a sense of belonging. Our church fosters a supportive environment where members share insights, learn from each other, and participate in collective practices. This community approach allows individuals to benefit from others’ experiences and feel encouraged in their journey.
5. Personal Responsibility and Empowerment
• We believe that each individual holds the power and responsibility to guide their healing journey. Our church emphasizes personal empowerment, encouraging members to take ownership of their spiritual growth. By offering resources and support, we provide a space for individuals to engage in self-directed healing, empowering them to be their own guides in cultivating balance, awareness, and resilience.
6. Intention, Awareness, and Mindfulness
• The scientific approach to self-healing requires intention, awareness, and mindfulness. We view mindfulness not as a passive state, but as an active practice of observation and presence that deepens our understanding of ourselves and our interactions with the world. With intention, members can approach each practice and experience with clarity and purpose, fostering profound personal insights and self-awareness.
7. Open Exploration of Ancient and Modern Wisdom
• We embrace both ancient insights and contemporary knowledge as valuable sources of guidance. Our practices draw from universal principles of well-being and are informed by insights from both historical traditions and modern psychology, respecting each as contributing valuable perspectives to the human experience. This open, integrative approach ensures that each member can pursue growth in a way that feels authentic and personally meaningful.

Our Approach to Spirituality: Secular and Evidence-Based

At Get Better Church, spirituality is not about adherence to specific beliefs but about fostering practical, evidence-based methods for growth. By treating spirituality as a personal journey, we encourage a methodical and flexible approach where each individual can learn through experience, observation, and mindful practice. This secular framework allows individuals from all backgrounds to engage meaningfully, respecting each member’s unique journey while fostering a shared commitment to self-discovery, healing, and personal transformation.

In summary, Get Better Church offers a scientific, open approach to spirituality and self-healing that values curiosity, structured practice, and personal responsibility. Through this framework, we aim to empower each member to explore, heal, and grow on their own terms, guided by tools, insights, and a supportive community. This is core to who we are and what we provide: a sanctuary for individual transformation, grounded in exploration and self-directed healing.