This eternal being may be referred to as the higher self , essence greater than the self, a higher being or God.
Spirituality is without reference to religion.
Spirituality and religion co-exist. Spiritual Psychology is an approach to understanding human existence which goes beyond the tenets of conventional psychology. Human beings are perceived in a larger spiritual or cosmic context in which each individual is called to his or her own unique spiritual journey on earth, actualizing potentials and talents rather than learning to adjust and normalize. It is assumed that optimum ego development is only a stage in moving to every higher level of consciousness and creativity. The use of Spiritual Psychology seeks the integration of mind, body and spirit, which leads to long-term change and personal mastery.