April 22, 2025

#74: Reclaiming Quiet with Sarah Clarkson

54 minutes

Do you ever feel like the noise of life is stealing your peace? Join Julie Ross on The Feast Life as she sits down with Sarah Clarkson, author of Reclaiming Quiet: Cultivating a Life of Holy Attention, to explore how even in a loud, busy world—especially as a homeschooling mom—you can rediscover the power of quiet. With heartfelt stories, practical advice, and spiritual wisdom, this episode is an invitation to embrace the gift of quiet in the midst of life’s chaos.

Key Takeaways:

Quiet as an Invitation, Not a Reward: Quiet isn’t something we earn; it’s a gift that’s always available. Sarah reframes quiet as a homecoming where we meet God in the midst of our ordinary lives.

Morning and Evening Anchors: Simple rituals like a brief prayer or reflection can frame your day, bringing intentionality and peace to even the busiest seasons of life.

The Power of Imagination for Adults and Kids: Unhurried, spacious time fosters creativity and hope, essential for both children and adults. Sarah shares how her homeschooling upbringing cultivated her imagination and how it continues to shape her life.

Facing Ourselves in Quiet: Quiet often brings us face-to-face with our fears and struggles, but it’s also where we find healing and God’s love. Sarah encourages listeners to embrace the discomfort as part of growth.

Motherhood and the Tension of Self-Gift: Motherhood involves a kind of death to self, but it also expands us, creating fertile soil for personal growth and deeper love.

Halcyon Days and Rest: Inspired by ancient myths and her own journey, Sarah emphasizes the importance of creating intentional spaces for rest as a reflection of faith and trust in God.

Practical Steps to Start Finding Quiet: Start small: two minutes of focused prayer in the morning and evening can profoundly impact your sense of peace and purpose.

About Our Guest:

Reclaiming Quiet: Cultivating a Life of Holy Attention by Sarah Clarkson

Sarah’s website: sarahclarkson.com

Instagram: @sarahwanders

Sarah’s Substack: sarahclarkson.substack.com

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