Deep Breath

Deep Breath

By Michelle TornettaReligion & SpiritualityChristianity
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Deep Breath episodes

  • A Blessing for You

    This blessing is a departure from our usual format. It's a brief pause for you to stop and be refreshed. May your spirit be blessed and may you  experience the God Who is Always There. 

    Most of this blessing was read from Blessing Your Spirit by Sylvia Gunter and Arthur Burk.  

    6 min
  • The Book of Creation
    Being in nature has a deep impact on us Earthlings. From our toes to nose, we come more alive when we spend time out-of-doors and mingle with God's creation. Whether you get your hands into the dirt and manifest a garden, or kick off your shoes to feel sand on your soles, or you plan activities around the unique pace every season nature brings - be reminded that we are "soil people, inspired by the breath of God". What if we return to our roots, and watch worship and connection grow? The Gift of Wonder - by Christine Aroney-Sine (affiliate link, helping to support Deep Breath) at: www.breatheandbe.net/affiliate-links
    23 min
  • Let's Get Curious
    Kids are forever asking questions. At a certain age "why" seems to be a favorite! These inquiries are a seeking for knowledge and understanding about a complex world. As adults, the questions can get more complicated and the answers harder to reach. But what if we approached the asking as a spiritual practice? Jesus was often answering questions with questions; teaching through the asking of questions. In this episode (and chapter 6 of The Gift of Wonder) the use of a finger Labyrinth (and walking a full size Labyrinth) are explained, as these are fantastic tools to apply while contemplating a question before and with God. Try it on and let's get curious! https://labyrinthlocator.com/
    21 min
  • The Power of Imagination
    What ignites your creativity, stimulates zeal for life, and sparks joy within? Maybe those aren't quickly answered. Maybe you'll want to sit with these and wonder a while. You might think back and retrieve earlier memories of when you were inspired or go on a hunt for what made you "come alive". Loss of imagination is often a byproduct of becoming an adult (similar to Playtime, S2 E61) A great place to start again is noticing God's immense creativity in nature; where do you see "God doodles". And create your own doodles. We've got our very own Honeycomb Journals made just for this practice! *On sale now* www.breathandbe.net/store
    19 min
  • Let Your Life Speak

    Admittedly, creating a "life map" or even looking back over your life, can be intimidating and perhaps even scary. In this exercise, Michelle walks you through reflection questions and presents several options to customize this experience of allowing God to speak to you through the mountains, valleys and detours of your life. You can find your "joy spots" along the way! The episode is based on Christine Sine's practice in Chapter 3 of The Gift of Wonder, the basis for our summer series on playful practices in awe and wonder. 

    In addition, Jan Richardson is quoted from her wonderful book, In the Sanctuary of Women. Jan's words will comfort you if you experience regret or questions about the path you took in life. 

    Both books can be found at www.breathandbe.net/affiliate-links

    This episode features our friend and special guest Kiyomi, who you heard from in Episode #59. She graciously shares her experience with this exercise so you can glean from her creativity in the "life map" process.

    19 min
  • Playtime
    As we grow up we usually grow out of childlike ways of exploration and curiosity. We take life, work, God and ourselves rather seriously. And when it comes to devotion or spiritual disciplines, we almost never consider play as an option for connecting with The Divine. But what if play holds a key to more intimacy with God, self, and others? We'll never know unless we try it on! Refernces: The Gift of Wonder - Chapter 4 (affiliate link, helping to support Deep Breath) at: www.breatheandbe.net/affiliate-links; Creativity & Play - S1 E30
    21 min
  • Visio Divina Meditation - Summer Series
    As part of our Summer Series - Playful Practices in Awe & Wonder - we'll be offering a few guided practices from the book; The Gift of Wonder. Michelle will give you instructions and share her own beautiful experience with Visio Divina. This episode is only 8 mintues, but you can extend your time in contemplation for much longer. Check out Michelle's blog for written directions and you'll also find the affiliated link to buy the book at www.breathandbe.net
    9 min
  • Restorative & Transformative Practices, and What's the Difference
    We continue our highlights from the book, The Gift of Wonder by Christine Aroney-Sine. From chapters 2 & 3, Lexie & Michelle are taking a peek at awe deprivation and how playful practices help us recover awe and wonder, but also how we need anchoring practices of restoration and transformation. What's the difference? The playful practices from this book will be explored all summer in our episodes, with a deep dive in a couple of practices coming soon. We set you up for that in this episode, including the challenge to find a community to do these practices with.
    Head to Instagram to follow with us and share your experience:  deepbreath54321
    To purchase the book and help support Deep Breath Podcast, you can use our affiliate link at www.breatheandbe.net/affiliate-links.
    21 min
  • Awe & Wonder - Summer Series
    We're sharing another great book with you, friends! And this time we're doing more than chatting about the content. Because this book is chock-full of FUN spiritual practices to try-on (right up our alley!): we cordially extend an invite to YOU to join us in these playful pathways to God over this summer. Buy the book or just implement what we offer in these episodes. Jump in, the water's fine! Buy the book here: The Gift of Wonder - by Christine Aroney-Sine (affiliate link, helping to support Deep Breath) at: www.breatheandbe.net/affiliate-links
    19 min
  • Can Christians Practice Yoga
    We are hoping for curiosity, not controversy with this one. Though we know (oh, we know!) that there are some Christians that are opposed to considering yoga as an acceptable form of exercise, let alone an act of worship. Here's some of our experiences, our convictions, and our love for sharing this practice that has transformed us and countless others who follow Christ Jesus. Referenced: Yoga S1 E13, Praying with the Body S2 E46
    23 min

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Lexie & Michelle explore spiritual practices and ways of connecting with God, others and ourselves. They invite you in to the conversation and to perhaps try on a new practice.