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The Contemplative Life
Religion & Spirituality Podcas
This podcast explores the wide variety of contemplative practices for our modern world.
Location:
United States
Description:
This podcast explores the wide variety of contemplative practices for our modern world.
Twitter:
@TheContemplati6
Language:
English
Contact:
781.526.1903
Episodes
Ep 189 Speed of Life
9/3/2024
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Today we talk about the speed of life. Join us as we explore a topic that comes up over and over again and has relevance for our daily living.
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Duración:00:15:33
Ep 188 Resource Netting
8/27/2024
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Today we explore the idea of resource netting, a term first heard by the author Greg McKeown and then built upon by Martha Beck & poet, David Wythe. Join us as we look at our resource rich world and the contemplative invitations for us in it.
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Duración:00:17:14
Ep 187 Interruptions or Invitations?
8/20/2024
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Today we explore various times in our lives when we face interruptions, both small and large. We discuss ways we’ve found helpful in reframing them.
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Duración:00:18:53
Ep 186 Empaths
8/13/2024
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Today we discuss some of the benefits and challenges of those who identify as Empaths. We also note people who do not identify that way but live, work or regularly relate to those who do and how we can learn and grow together.
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Duración:00:20:30
Ep 185 Seasons of Life
8/6/2024
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Join us as we reflect on the cyclical nature of life and the wisdom our seasons offer us.
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Duración:00:14:09
Ep 184 Activating & Reactivating
7/30/2024
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Today we explore aspects of activating something new and reactivating former parts of our lives. Discover how these 2 aspects build off each other.
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Duración:00:15:33
Ep 183 Perspectives from Training: Interview with Linda Hershberger
7/23/2024
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Today we are joined by Linda Hershberger. Learn how empty nesting, relocation and a cancer diagnosis led her to seeking out training as a spiritual guide for others.
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Duración:00:20:17
Ep 182 Mindsets in Starting A Practice with Grace Schmelzer
7/16/2024
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Today we are joined by spiritual guide, Grace Schmelzer. Learn how a recent graduate (less than 2 years) has started her practice and mindsets faced along the way.
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graceschmelzer1@gmail.com
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Duración:00:27:41
Ep 181 Wisdom from the Generations with Jo Giarrante
7/9/2024
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Today we are joined by spiritual guidance trainer, Jo Giarrante. Together we explore what Jo has learned in her decades of spiritual guidance ministry and hear wisdom as it relates to her hopes for the future of this work.
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Duración:00:24:52
Ep 180 Contemplative Canoe Trips with Becca Langhough
7/2/2024
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Today we are joined by spiritual guide and avid paddler, Becca Langhough. Learn how she combined her love for canoeing, spiritual direction and outdoor adventure.
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becca55nb@gmail.com
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Duración:00:17:38
Ep 179 Contemplative Figures: Brother Roger of Taize
6/25/2024
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Today we explore a modern contemplative, Brother Roger. Join us as we talk about the inspirational community in Taize, France and how it has captured the imagination of people around the world.
Additional Resources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngA8BFbjrE0
Check out past episodes of exploring contemplative figures:
The Contemplative LIfe, episodes 130-136
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Duración:00:16:24
Ep 178 Contemplative Figures: Desert Fathers and Mothers
6/18/2024
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Today we talk about the Desert Fathers and Mothers from the 3rd-5th Centuries. Join us as we explore their values of hospitality, storytelling, and the spiritual landscape of the desert.
Additional Resources
Check out past episodes of exploring contemplative figures:
The Contemplative Life, episodes 130-136
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Duración:00:15:05
Ep 177 Contemplative Figures: Clare of Assisi
6/11/2024
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Today we discuss the legacy of Clare of Assisi. Learn how her choices as a young teen continue to inspire people today in the areas of focus, mission and care for the poor.
Additional Resources
Check out past episodes of exploring contemplative figures:
The Contemplative Life, episodes 130-136
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Duración:00:17:24
Ep 176 Contemplative Figures: Ignatius of Loyola
6/4/2024
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There is much to learn from the lives of contemplative people in history.
Today, we explore the legacy of Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits. Learn how his spiritual exercises continue to influence our modern lives and ways we can apply and adapt for the 21 century.
Additional Resources:
Pray As You Go app
Jesuits Guide to Almost Anything by James Martin, SJ
Learning to Pray by James Martin, SJ
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Duración:00:15:53
E 175 Loving in an Election Year
5/28/2024
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Regardless of your country of origin, election years can be stressful.
Join us today as we explore practices that can help us love our neighbors as ourselves.
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Duración:00:19:04
E 174 4 Lessons from Nature
5/21/2024
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Join us today as we explore 4 ways we are currently engaging in nature. We hope this inspires you to find your own inspiration outdoors.
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https://www.scottericksonart.com/
https://www.instagram.com/scottthepainter/
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Duración:00:16:02
E 173 A Fresh Look at Scripture (with Stephanie Spencer)
5/14/2024
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Today we are joined by Stephanie Spencer, co-founder of the organization 40 Orchards. We discuss the Jewish practice of Midrash, the value of asking questions in community and how to expand our engagement with ancient texts.
Learn more at:
40orchards.org
Searching the Sacred podcast
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Duración:00:23:07
E 172 Forest Bathing (with Pastor Zayna Thomley)
5/7/2024
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Today we are joined by Pastor & Certified Forest Bather, Zayna Thomley. We discuss what to expect in a forest bathing session, the importance of community and nature and how to embrace obstacles that might come with the outdoors.
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https://wisdom-and-wonder.com/
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Duración:00:21:08
Ep 171 Goodbyes and Hellos
4/30/2024
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Today is a special episode where we hear from Dr. Kristina Kaiser about her doctoral work with the topic of Joy. It also marks the final episode with Kristina as our co-host, as she plans to focus more time and energy towards this work. Tune in as we learn more about the academic, emotional and spiritual aspects of joy.
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kristinamkaiser@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-kaiser-73a00337/
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Duración:00:23:48
Ep 170 Deconstructing Our Faith
4/23/2024
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Today we are joined by spiritual director Heather Watts exploring the journey of deconstructing faith. We discuss how spiritual guidance can provide space to be heard, wonder together and sit with uncertainties one faces in these seasons.
Additional Resources
Listening and Caring Skills by John Savage
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Duración:00:24:30