They often use mutually exclusive definitions for some of their terms. The New Age is in fact a free-flowing spiritual movement. It is still in its youth. Like Christianity 2000 years ago, it is still merely a network of believers and practitioners who share somewhat similar beliefs and practices. Their book publishers and book stores take the place of a central organization, providing seminars, classes and conventions.
Religious services are rare and sparcely attended.
With no membership lists or even a coherent philosophy or dogma, it is difficult to define or measure the unorganized New Age movement. But in every major U.S. and European city, thousands who seek insight and personal growth cluster around a metaphysical bookstore, a spiritual teacher, or an education center. The term 'spirituality' has nothing to do with religion, as commonly understood. In fact, according to Sahaj Marg, spirituality begins where religion ends. While the basic education of a person can be undertaken by religion, further development at what may be termed adulthood, can only be offered by spirituality.