The Contemplative Life

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Join us as we discuss acedia- a term describing spiritual indifference.  We explore how this idea shows up in both modern and ancient cultures and some ways to overcome it.

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Helium balloon kit

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Check out Christina's book for kids: My Spiritual Journey: A Contemplative Activity Book

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Today we discuss our amazing brain chemicals: DOSE.  Join us as we learn more about Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin and Endorphins and how contemplative living plays a role.

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Waterloo Root Beer Float

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We are joined by spiritual director and trainer, Marty Boller, discussing the intersection of Internal Family Systems and spiritual direction.  IFS has been a helpful tool in therapy and Marty explores ways it can be beneficial in a contemplative context.

Mentioned in this episode:

https://contemplative-activist.com/ifs/

https://www.centerforengagedcompassion.com/

Movies: Inside Out and Inside Out 2

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. 

Introduction to Internal Family Systems by Richard Schwartz

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Join us for our Summer Wisdom Shorts where we share brief thoughts for you to ponder each week. 

Spiritual Guidance Masterminds: [email protected]

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Check out Christina's book for kids: My Spiritual Journey: A Contemplative Activity Book

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Check out Christina's book for kids: My Spiritual Journey: A Contemplative Activity Book

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Check out Christina's book for kids: My Spiritual Journey: A Contemplative Activity Book

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Join us for our Summer Wisdom Shorts where we share brief thoughts for you to ponder each week. 

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Check out Christina's book for kids: My Spiritual Journey: A Contemplative Activity Book

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