A Simple Practice for Grounding and Peace Life can be overwhelming. The world around us often feels chaotic, unpredictable, and uncertain. In these moments, fear and anxiety can take over, clouding our thoughts and pushing us into fight-or-flight mode. But what if, instead of being swept away by the storm, we took a moment to … Continue reading Checking In With Yourself:
Nourishment for Body, Mind, Heart, and Spirit When we pray “Give us this day our daily bread” from the Lord’s Prayer, it’s easy to think first—and perhaps only—of physical sustenance. Bread is, after all, one of the most basic, universal symbols of nourishment. We all need food to survive, and asking for daily provision is an acknowledgment … Continue reading The Deeper Meaning of Daily Bread:
The post dives into how we often get stuck in "either/or" thinking and miss out on the beauty of "and." It highlights that embracing connections amid differences leads to deeper understanding and compassion. By reframing how we interact with ideas and relationships, we can find unity in diversity and celebrate our shared humanity.
In a world often marked by division, it’s easy to feel disconnected—from each other, from the earth, even from the divine. But what if our understanding of connection could be deepened by the very language that Jesus spoke? This week, I’ve been reflecting on the Aramaic word Alaha, a word that holds profound meaning and … Continue reading Sacred Unity: The Deep Connection of All Things
The world feels overwhelming right now. If you’ve been feeling unsteady, struggling to find your footing in the midst of all the noise, know that you’re not alone. I feel it too. There’s a heaviness in the air—a mean-spiritedness, an arrogance that makes it difficult to process everything happening around us. The constant influx of … Continue reading Finding Your Breath in the Chaos: Preparing for the Long Run
Finding Calm in the Chaos Welcome to the Infinitely Precious community. As always, remember: You are infinitely precious and unconditionally loved for the gift you already are. Each week, I come to you live on Tuesdays at noon, with a rebroadcast of the Infinitely Precious podcast at 3 p.m. And every Friday, I release a shorter, 10-minute podcast where … Continue reading Pause. Breathe. Respond.
Hello, beloved. Lately, my time in meditation, study, and journaling has been heavy. As I sit with the world we share, I see and experience chaos and uncertainty. There’s a dissonance—like we are moving away from recognizing the beauty of the world and the gift that it is. In this pondering, I’ve been reflecting on … Continue reading Seeing the Divine in Diversity
Frustration is something we all encounter, isn’t it? It sneaks into our lives when we least expect it, often in moments when we feel powerless over situations we thought we controlled. Recently, I found myself reflecting on this emotion and how it arises in my life. Perhaps, as I share this story, it might resonate … Continue reading Choosing a New Perspective on Frustration
Hello, beloved. Welcome to another opportunity for us to reflect together. It’s me, James, here to share some thoughts and invite you into a moment of calm and clarity. Take A Breath Let’s start with a breath. Take a couple of deep, cleansing breaths. Inhale deeply and exhale intentionally, letting go of tension and stress. … Continue reading Catch Your Breath and Take the Next Step
In our fast-paced culture, particularly in Western society, we often equate our worth with our work. We work overtime, take on extra hours, and feel guilty if we pause to rest. This mindset can rob us of something essential—the joy of truly living. The concept of a seven-day week, with six days of work and … Continue reading The Joy of Play: Rediscovering the Sacred Gift of Fun
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