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    How to Find Time for Spiritual Practice

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    Finding one clock out of many, chronus time

    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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    Ardis Mayo
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    Things We Can Learn While Walking in the Rain

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    Feeling 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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    The Art of Letting Go

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    letting go of a bird from an outstretched hand

    There is a natural tendency to hang on to what we have even while we yearn for things to be different. Why we do this and what can…

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    How To Be Motivated by Tiny Rewards

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    Tiny rewards that motivate and bring joy

    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?

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    Man lifting his arms in thanksgiving ion early morning darkness before dawn

    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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    5 Spiritual Lessons You Can Learn From Your Dog

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    Dekker reads a book

    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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