Healing the spirit is by far the most powerfully therapeutic component of the Sinus Survival Program. The ultimate outcome of healing the self holistically is the recognition that we are truly spiritual beings, and the heightened awareness of the transcendent power known as God or Spirit. By making the commitment to become spiritually healthy, we open ourselves to the underlying life force energy to which all religions refer, known in holistic medicine as unconditional love. Learning to love the self in body, mind, and spirit is also the simplest and most effective way to develop spiritually. To heal the self spiritually involves relating to the aforementioned transcendent Spirit in a personal way and becoming attuned to its presence in all aspects of daily existence. By doing so, you will begin to experience a profound reduction in feelings of fear and a greater capacity for unconditional love of self and others. The spiritual practices I recommend most are:

- prayer
- meditation
- gratitude
- spending time in nature.

Relationship with others is the crucible that most strongly determines the spiritual health of each person. Optimal social health consists of a strong positive connection to others in community and family, and intimacy with one or more people. It is often much easier to feel our connection with Spirit during moments of solitude than it is to express that connection through interactions with others. At the same time, relationships offer the greatest opportunities for spiritual growth and for learning how to receive and impart unconditional love. True spiritual health is a balance between the autonomy of the self and intimacy with others. The primary opportunities available to each person for improving social health include:

- forgiveness
- friendships
- selfless acts and altruism
- support groups
- marriage, committed relationships, and parenting.

Practicing forgiveness is particularly challenging for and most helpful to the typical person with chronic sinusitis. In learning to forgive yourself, you are better able to expand your own capacity to forgive others, and thereby heighten intimacy in your relationships.