I'll say this publicly once and for all: It drives me crazy when people suggest that religion is destroying humankind. Religion itself—as though spiritual practice is inherently toxic. I come across this proclamation every so often—sometimes from friends whose opinions I value highly. It is always followed with a list of wars and their respective religious motivations. There are references to televangelist and abortion clinic bombings. And in the end, the conclusion is always the same: Religion is destructive, and the world would be better with out it. Because this is never intended to be a knock at me, I try not to be offended, never mind the fact that my own religion has played a significant role in my personal development. Never mind the fact that religion inspired Mother Theresa's life...  And the Dalai Llama's life...  And Ghandi's life... And the lives of all the remarkable women who visit Prayables every day. Read next feature >