Spiritual Growth
This category contains creative writing about personal growth and spiritual practices, in articles, essays, fiction and poetry.
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A PERSONAL LOOK AT RACISM
Because I live in a geographic area where there is more diversity in the eggs I eat than in my neighbors, I hid behind the myth that racial…
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HOW MUCH DO YOU MATTER?
How much do you matter.? How do you know? What measure do you use to determine how much you are worth?
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8 WAYS TO PRAY WITHOUT WORDS
Have you ever found yourself at a loss for words when it comes to prayer? There are other ways to pray that do not call for using language.…
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WHAT IS MEANT BY A SPIRITUAL PATH
What is meant by a spiritual path is illustrated by considering some of the natural paths followed in life.
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HOW TO KNOW IF YOU ARE A CONTEMPLATIVE
You may wonder why your dance in the world seems to have a different rhythm...To be a contemplative is to treasure solitude and not be lonely. To see…
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WHAT TO DO WHEN WILLPOWER FAILS
Why does willpower fail us when our intentions are so good? Why is it so difficult to let go of unhealthy or unwanted behavior? Or take a different…
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How to Find Time for Spiritual Practice
Do you struggle to find time to practice things that bring inner growth? Here are 7 practices that can be done every morning without adding any extra time…
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Things We Can Learn While Walking in the Rain
Does rain...of any sort...dampen your day or does it awaken your senses with its cool splattering and cleansing rinse? Join the author in reflections inspired by walking in…
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How To Be Motivated by Tiny Rewards
Kibble as a spiritual practice is not just for dogs. The importance of small rewards can be very motivational and this essay looks at how.
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Is There A Right Way To Pray?
When it comes to prayer, is there a right way to pray? Would that be kneeling or in silence? In song or with a prayer book? These reflections…
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How to Find Spiritual Truth in a Red Pepper
How photography and contemplation of everyday objects like vegetables can lead to deeper understanding and wisdom.
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How to Leave a Legacy of Story
The importance of recording your story to leave as a legacy for your descendants, based on the metaphors of a hike towards a waterfall.
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Seven Sacred Pauses by Macrina Wiederkehr
A small handy guide for people looking for a spiritual practice of pausing throughout the day.
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5 Spiritual Lessons You Can Learn From Your Dog
Are you looking for a spiritual guide to lead you into a deeper understanding of yourself? Your next guru may be as close as your dog. . .
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Is There a Purpose to Waiting?
Understanding our ultimate purpose in life is often frustrated by having to wait so long to see it manifest. If you have ever had to wait a lifetime…
