Today we continue our conversation about rest and look at common barriers we might face.  As we highlight barriers we have faced, we hope you find inspiration to identify and move towards flourishing times of renewal in your life.

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Today we discuss common paradigms and mindsets around rest and renewal.  We hope this helps us become aware of how we approach rest and expand how we engage.

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Today we are exploring the idea of fixing compared to listening.  To help us on this topic, we are revisiting a previous conversation with spiritual director and supervisor Marcia Bentley.  

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Today we wrap up our series on art and contemplative with guest Sarah Bianchi. Join us as we talk about liturgy that first nourishes our own souls and from that deep space then sharing with others.

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artbysarahkay.com

IG:  Artbyskay 

FB:  SarahKay

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Today we explore photography and how it can be a doorway into contemplative spirituality.  As we have increasing access to photos on our phones, we hope this episode inspires you to engage in new ways.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

 The Practice of Contemplative Photography  by Andy Karr & Michael Woods

Jameshazelwood.net/blog

Miksang.com

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https://www.mkespiritualdirectors.com/find-a-spiritual-director

https://www.sdicompanions.org/find-a-spiritual-director-companion/

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Today we are joined by the Creative Director of Spiritual Directors International, Matt Whitney.  We explore the intersection of art, nature, movement and spirituality.   To learn more about Matt’s work and his art, connect at  matthewwhitney.com or follow on Instagram  @mattpwhitney

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Join us as we talk about the differences between time and energy and how to make the most of our natural energy rhythms. 

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Join us as we explore body-mind-spirit connections with licensed Physical Therapist, Shannon Kunstman.  We discuss the importance of integrative body work with spiritual guidance.  To learn more, connect with Shannon at https://www.awarenessinmotionpt.com/about

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Join us as we explore body-mind-spirit connections with Katie Anders.   

Katie is a spiritual guide, a trained yoga instructor and also one who recently has entered the process of becoming a nun with a religious order.   See how she integrates these various parts of her life and spiritual practice. 

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We are concluding our series exploring the lives of modern contemplatives who have helped shape our spirituality.  Today we are joined by Dave Schmelzer.  Dave has been a colleague and friend for almost 2 decades and has been instrumental in helping us grow our contemplative awareness.    

Check out his work at:

https://www.journey-on.net/

https://www.blueoceanfaith.org/

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