Deep Breath

We interview Trisha Wilkerson, a health & wellness coach and certified nutritionist. Her approach is a mindset-challenge for us, one we wholeheartedly welcome! We talk body image, dieting, and anxiety around food all in the context of self-acceptance. Can we relearn what it means to nourish ourselves? It's a wonderful conversation that we found enlightening and edifying. Connect with Trisha: https://instagram.com/trisharwilkerson?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Do you enjoy silence? Is total quiet uncomfortable for you? If God's first language is silence then learning the language will foster our union, deepen our awareness, and hone our ability to listen for to the ever-present presence. If we begin with small and gentle ways to eliminate external noise, we'll notice what rises up (or falls away) internally. Absolute silence may eventually become something we crave! Listen: "The 3 S's: Silence, Silliness, & Solitude" S3 E102 Read Michelle's blog "Is Silence Scary": www.breatheandbe.net Suggeted book: "Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence", by Ruth Haley Barton

Welcome to Season 4 of Deep Breath! We anticipate an exciting 2023. One of the ways we like to look ahead with intention to a new year is to seek God for a "word for the year". The way we might ask, discover and recieve a personal word can vary. However, the purpose of the practice is like any other spiritual discipline: to be attentive to the presence of God. Listen: "Anchors, Rituals, & Reflection Questions for the New Year" S3 E82

A quick message to let you know what's new in 2023. New FB: https://www.facebook.com/DeepBreathPodcast

This is just a quick message to say Merry Christmas to you all! We are looking towards 2023 and Season 4 with anticipation and excitement! Until then, keep in touch with us through IG and FB. And purchase The Arrival at www.breatheandbe.net/store

We have officially wrapped up Season 3 and we'll be taking a few weeks off for the holidays. But! We really wanted to leave you with an episode about the season of Advent. We chat a bit about what Advent is and then we explore several possible practices you could apply to anticipating the coming of the Christ. Books mentioned: "Honest Advent", by Scott Erickson; "Advent Reflections", by Ruth Haley Barton; "Shadow & Light", by Tsh Oxenreider; "The Season Nativity", by Sybil MacBeth. Get our 4 audio reflections on Advent called "The Arrival" at www.breatheandbe.net/store

Here's a simple but charming blessing for you with Thanksgiving Day in mind. Sit back, take a few gentle breaths, and let these words be spoken over you and to you personally. Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Poem: "My Words Can't Carry All the Praise", by Ted Loder

Just like every other milestone, we are astonished to say: we've reached the end of season 3!! Three seasons of podcasting?! We are almost speechless, almost. So, here's a wrap up of all kinds of stuff we loved and accomplished in Season 3. Get your Freebies: www.breatheandbe.net/store

As we sink deeper into autumn, with less daylight to enjoy, are you noticing any effects on your circadian rhythm (your internal clock)? Do you sense any resistance to flowing with rhythm of nature? Often there are fewer activity choices in late fall and winter. Therefore, we are wondering: how might we embrace this season of long dark nights and what personalized gifts does it hold?

The practice of Praying the Hours has been around since the dawn of the Christian church, and its roots are in ancient Jewish traditions. The Psalmists often referred to the different times of day that people would commune with God; "I will praise you seven times a day because all your regulations are just." Psalms 119:164 NLT 

If your current daily life-style does not allow for all 7 pauses, not to worry! Listen in to how Michelle & Lexie are implementing these moments to take a breather and remember God. 

Further Reading: "Seven Sacred Pauses", by Macrina Wiederkehr. 

Listen to: "Centering Prayer" S1 E20 at: breatheandbe.net/podcast