They look at themselves as participants in and partners with Creation rather than its master. Research does indicate that people who sense God as a partner in life tend to be happier and have a more positive feeling about themselves and life in general. That is what I have seen over the years. Clients who talk about a spiritual dimension to their lives seem to view life more positively and have a feeling of serenity and general well being that is missing from many lives. Thus, they need not worry about what they cannot change and can focus on changing those things that can be changed.
Life is improved.
I find that such clients have a high degree of energy and commitment for resolving the issues that brought them into therapy. I also find that a healthy spiritual life enhances the emotional well being of the person and contributes to their physical health. I urge clients to establish a daily routine of meditation or personal private time in which to allow their minds to float, discover and explore things beyond the immediacy of their surroundings. The form does not matter nor the length of time but it will not work if you stay focused on things still to be done. The routine that I have found personally helpful and which I suggest to clients is a simple bed time routine.