What Does SBNR Actually Mean?
Spiritual But Not Religious (SBNR) represents a growing community of individuals who seek truth, inner alignment, and personal growth outside the bounds of traditional dogmatic institutions. A high value is placed on a personal connection to a higher power, the universe, or a sense of inner sacredness.
- Prevalence: Roughly 20% to 27% of U.S. adults identify as SBNR, representing tens of millions of people.
- Beliefs: According to demographic and research data shared by the Thirdwell Project and Barna Group Research, a vast majority of SBNRs still believe in a soul or a higher spirit, though far fewer adhere to a traditional biblical God or regular attendance at religious services. [1, 2, 3, 4]
If you identify as SBNR, you likely look past rigid dogma to find practical, universal principles that work in everyday life. It is not about following external rules or adopting labels; it is about recognizing and realizing a direct, conscious connection with the Source.
At Sovereign Sources, our tagline is awakening to truth; co-creating with power. True spirituality is practical, empowering, and entirely accessible to anyone willing to look within. When you recognize that your inner mental state shapes your outer experience, you step out of the drift and own your inner authority to be conscious co-creator of your own life.
Keep it simple, real, and keep it in the day.