Sentences with phrase «life as spiritual practice»

If there was ever a book to guide us in the pursuit of «daily life as spiritual practice,» this is it.

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AA's twelve steps are a group of principles, spiritual in their nature, which, if practiced as a way of life, can expel the obsession to drink and enable the sufferer to become happily and usefully whole [quoted from the forward to the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions].

I speak throughout Canada and internationally to churches, conferences, women's groups, universities, and workshops on topics ranging from spiritual formation, a sacramental view of living, being a Christian feminist, the ways that we can navigate change throughout our faith journey, the embrace of ancient church practices as a charismatic Christian, writing, social justice, and many other topics.

As such it requires a degree of maturity, both spiritual and psychological, in the individual undertaking it; she must have lived long enough as a virgin in adulthood to be «serene in the practice of chastity by which she is able to fulfil her resolve to remain in the virginal state over a lifetime» (Archbishop Burke op cit para 17As such it requires a degree of maturity, both spiritual and psychological, in the individual undertaking it; she must have lived long enough as a virgin in adulthood to be «serene in the practice of chastity by which she is able to fulfil her resolve to remain in the virginal state over a lifetime» (Archbishop Burke op cit para 17as a virgin in adulthood to be «serene in the practice of chastity by which she is able to fulfil her resolve to remain in the virginal state over a lifetime» (Archbishop Burke op cit para 17).

Also, the Sufi orders have some practices which resemble those of the tribes of Africa, such as the prescribed daily recitations, the gathering around the Shaikh, or head of the order, belief in spiritual powers, and communal living.

More than an intellectual manifesto, the invitation pledges signers to specific spiritual practices: maintaining a vital prayer life, conducting works of mercy and engaging in a regular Friday fast «as a form of prayerful resistance to the idolatrous practices of our culture.»

For as well as theoretical reflection on the moral significance of a decision, there are other ways and means by which a human being can either become clear about the rightness and conformity to God's will of a decision, or at least improve the conditions for its correct formation: the general cultivation of courage, unselfishness, self - denial, the practice of the art of making vital particular decisions which can not be deduced by purely theoretical consideration as this art is taught by the masters of the spiritual life.

She invites her readers into Christian practices that heighten both the spiritual and relational dimensions of time, so that we may live with greater authenticity as people created in God's image — with an awareness of time as a gift rather than a burden thrust upon us by our daily planners, and with a sense of being «attuned to the active presence of God.»

We have to learn how to be friends... intimacy with God is developed through intentional spiritual practices and habits... Such habits form us into people of virtue capable of living as the friends of God we are created to be,» Makant says.

Jesus practiced the genuine spiritual life according all matter and material sense with all its sin, sickness and death as nothing in contradistinction to the Life, Truth and Love, of Spilife according all matter and material sense with all its sin, sickness and death as nothing in contradistinction to the Life, Truth and Love, of SpiLife, Truth and Love, of Spirit.

Such practices as reading the Bible, hearing sermons, practicing family worship, and examining one's spiritual life all came to be emphasized as evidences of divine election.

To bear witness as a spiritual practice means to keep in mind these things while pursuing a life of justice.

In light of this, can it be agreed that a study of theology that takes place, as at Steubenville, alongside a firm spiritual practice (Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, traditional Marian and other devotions) and a clear moral stance (students living celibate lives supported by households and communities) is a necessary part of a strategy for Catholic theology?

Through practices such as meditation and affirmative prayer (sometimes called «spiritual mind treatment»), transformation of the individualized mind, or «consciousness,» may be accomplished, along with a corresponding transformation of life experience.

Almsgiving is a duty of charity, a commendable spiritual practice along with prayer and fasting, and a means for us to win friends in eternity, whether by giving money to organisations or individuals who carry out the corporal works of mercy — saving the lives of pre-born babies by supporting pro-life work, feeding the hungry by the alleviation of famine, sheltering the homeless, welcoming the stranger, or the spiritual works of mercy, such as having Masses offered for people who are sick or in particular need, or those who have died and the souls in purgatory.

For it is one thing to suggest that the life of learning will always be in some sense dependent upon the exercise of spiritual virtues in however attenuated a form, quite another to imagine that the universities will turn to the practice of those spiritual disciplines, such as prayer, that give such virtues meaning and strength.

The questions that people most wanted to talk about were those concerning growth as a Christian, life goals, the mix of personal and corporate spiritual practices, how to understand God's will in today's world, how to make use of the Bible, and what it means to bear fruit for the Lord.

If we have been teaching them about the spiritual life, we want them to put into practice the techniques of Christian prayer and to continue in those techniques, growing in grace and in the knowledge and love of God as they constantly seek him in their regular daily devotions.

One element of religious life which has almost completely vanished from religious practice in Western Christianity, the exercise of meditation as a spiritual and ascetic discipline, is accorded a tremendous importance in Buddhism.

There are many illustrations of their nostalgic attachment to the old ways, such as their tendency to escape into the desert for sports and physical and spiritual refreshment, the practice of sending their children to be reared in Bedouin encampments to protect them from the effects of city life, and the legends of the desert which beguile their evening hours.

As early as the mid-third century Origen of Alexandria [9] had urged that the actions enjoined by scripture constitute a «practice» that begins a spiritual journey and comprises the Christian life of most people in time; it flowers into pure contemplation in the afterlife as the ultimate and certain reward of faithful practicAs early as the mid-third century Origen of Alexandria [9] had urged that the actions enjoined by scripture constitute a «practice» that begins a spiritual journey and comprises the Christian life of most people in time; it flowers into pure contemplation in the afterlife as the ultimate and certain reward of faithful practicas the mid-third century Origen of Alexandria [9] had urged that the actions enjoined by scripture constitute a «practice» that begins a spiritual journey and comprises the Christian life of most people in time; it flowers into pure contemplation in the afterlife as the ultimate and certain reward of faithful practicas the ultimate and certain reward of faithful practice.

Introducing spiritual practices to your child when she's young — such as lighting candles or singing hymns together — lets your child view them as a natural part of life, and allows you to have a spiritual influence on her before other people do.

I help you remove these obstacles by mindset, spiritual and emotional practices, so you can regain their physical and emotional wellbeing faster, and get back to your life and doing the things you love as soon as possible.

Gabriel is a veteran teacher who ignites the fire of aspiration not only to your asana practice, but to our spiritual life as well.

A spiritual guide and gifted healer, Shaman Durek acts as a mediator or «bridge» between the spiritual and physical planes, applies ancient spiritual wisdom, coupled with decades of devoted study and practice, to help bring success, happiness and healing into people's lives.

[12:50]-- A treatment with an integrative doctor that cost well over $ 200, 000... [17:25]-- How removing a 20 cm cyst on Jennifers liver led to huge improvements in her health and resolved the Mast Cell Activation Syndrome [21:53]-- The next health event that led to a complete and utter breakdown on all levels [25:45]-- How Jen started to unravel the complicated health picture that had developed as a result of many years of sickness and drug therapy [27:18]-- The importance of addressing physical stressors while working on the emotional / spiritual plane [33:45]-- The stress chronic illness can put on a relationship [38:15]-- The philosophy that Jennifer's father passed on to her that has become the underpinning of her life and practice.

When she discovered yoga it was as if she had found a missing piece to the puzzle of her life: a physical practice that left her feeling strong and challenged coupled with spiritual teachings that left her curious and inspired.

Learn basic and advanced meditation practices (breaths, visualizations, and affirmations), as well as a spiritual understanding of the chakras as the energy system of your body, and bring greater peace, love, and joy in your life.

I guess as someone who was always looking to grow and improve in all the aspects of my life, from acting to being a good family man to embracing the spiritual tenets that I choose to practice.

As a result of this violence, although she is Catholic, her religious and prayer life are now profoundly different from the traditional Roman Catholicism of her parents, and she has significant spiritual distress because of this divergence from her family's traditions, beliefs and practices.

Born in Hartford, Connecticut, and educated at Yeshiva University, Columbia, and Harvard, Goldman's books include Being Jewish: The Spiritual and Cultural Practice of Judaism Today, a memoir Living a Year of Kaddish and, the most recent The Late Starters Orchestra about his adventures as an amateur cellist in the New York based Late Starters String Orchestra.

Our Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga class, based on Deepak Chopra's bestselling book, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, blends traditional yoga philosophy with western fitness for a practice that will increase your flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health as well as help you experience a deep sense of well - being in all areas of your life.

Rather than create carnivalesque depictions of these individuals, she exposes «the spiritual conviction they have for this way of life,» as a means of acknowledging her own belief in organic, sustainable farming practices.

Beginning with the famous «An Icelandic Saga,» in which Iannone narrates her journey to Iceland (where she meets Dieter Roth and leaves her husband to live with him), this singular volume traces Iannone's search for «ecstatic unity» from its carnal beginnings in her relationships with Roth and other men into its spiritual incarnation as she becomes a practicing Buddhist.

Recurrent in his practice is his use of artwork as a trace of spiritual life.

for Transformational Practice, 149 Latham Works Lane, WRJ, VT Jim Merkel workshop on the «Journey of Radical Simplification Part financial seminar, part meditation retreat, this workshop will also give participants practical insights about how to organize their lives so as to be free and available to serve the planet, while living in alignment with their spiritual values.

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In my practice, I work with adults facing issues such as anxiety, depression, marital / family problems, faith / spiritual issues, life transitions, grief, men's issues, and addictions / compulsive behaviors.

Over 20 years in practice using positive psychological approach and past life regression as a primary therapeutic technique for purposeful living, creativity, and emotional and spiritual well - being.

i am also trained in Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST), which looks at all systems in a couples life, such as friends, family, the work place, spiritual practices, cultural heritages.

Currently I have programming developed entitled Mindfulness in Daily Life, Dream Work as a Spiritual Practice, From Anxiety to Peace, Grief and the Holidays, Negotiating Grief, Family Systems, and Intergenerational Relationships in Catholic Religious Life.

Relationships can serve as a spiritual practice and a vehicle for living more consciously, with more awareness of our actions (and how they affect others).

As a mind - body psychotherapist, Kimberly is a yoga therapist and maintains a spiritual practice of meditation and living mindfully.