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True asceticism is not the rejection of the world, but the acceptance of everything that is good, beautiful, and true. It is learning how to use our faculties and the good things of the world as God’s gifts rather than expressions of selfishness.
— Invitation to Love: The Way of Christian Contemplation by Thomas Keating
The Ancient Practice Monks Hide From Modern Society
I’ll be honest with you. When I first heard about the meditation techniques that monks have been practicing in secret for centuries, I thought it was just another wellness trend. Another quick fix promising inner peace while you scroll through your phone. But after spending years researching contemplative traditions and speaking with practitioners who’ve dedicated their lives to these methods, I…
The Power of Contemplative Practices
Unlock Your Inner World: The Power of Contemplative Practices for Healing & Transformation In our fast-paced, information-saturated world, many of us find ourselves overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and a constant sense of confusion. The relentless pace of modern life, coupled with a flood of technology and knowledge, has paradoxically made depression, trauma, and stress worse for many. But what…
A Deep Dive into The Paradigm Process
Are you ready to transcend your limitations and step into a life of expansive openness and love? We’re dedicated to guiding you through profound transformation and hope you enjoy A Deep Dive into The Paradigm Process. Our Paradigm Process is a comprehensive guide to healing and life transformation, meticulously developed over 25 years of research and validated by studies from leading institutions…
This Dysangelion Fast
Transformation through the Renewing of the Mind Scripture:“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and acceptable and perfect.”—Romans 12:2 (NRSV) In the quiet moments of my day, I often find myself reflecting on the profound impact that negative media has on my mind. It’s as if each piece…
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Contemplative practices supported by modern scientific research
A Path to Deepened Mindfulness: Non-Reactive Present Awareness In our fast-paced world, finding inner peace and clarity can feel elusive. Non-Reactive Present Awareness (NRPA) offers a powerful approach to cultivating a deeper sense of mindfulness. This concept, though not always labeled explicitly, is deeply embedded in various contemplative practices and supported by modern scientific…
Beyond the Veil of Emptiness
Unraveling the Mystique of Nothingness In the contemplative realms of the philosophies of the East, the concept of ‘Nothingness’ often surfaces as a profound puzzle, a riddle wrapped in mystery. This notion, far from being a mere absence or void, invites us on a journey beyond the ordinary boundaries of thought and understanding.When I refer to ‘Nothingness,’ I am pointing towards a reality that…
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Review: Beguiled By Beauty
Beguiled By Beauty, Wendy Farley. Louisville: Wstminster John Knox Press, 2020. Summary: A book on the contemplative life encompassing all of life as well as specific practices, written on the “borderlands” of Christian faith. Wendy Farley sees contemplation as not mere practice (although practice is important to her) but a seamless part of a life of knowing the Beloved, being the beloved and…
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