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1 day ago · In our fast-paced, often chaotic world, the practice of contemplation offers a powerful antidote to the pressures and distractions of modern life. Far from being a mere escape or passive activity, regular contemplative practice has profound implications for both individuals and society at large. As we delve into the depths of silence and stillness, we embark on a journey that can fundamentally ...
2 days ago · Contemplative prayer practices offer a deep and meaningful way to connect with God. These practices, from centering prayer to Lectio Divina , provide tools to quiet the mind and open the heart. By incorporating these into daily life, one can experience a profound sense of peace and spiritual growth .
3 days ago · Prayer is a central component to contemplation, influencing fraternal life and service, fostering compassion and solidarity. The contemplative journey involves living in faithfulness to Jesus Christ, the contemplative who serves, being attentive to the needs of others, and responding with love and service.
6 days ago · Contemplative arts and embodiment practices enhance and are enhanced by all of the other study and practice components of Shambhala. To learn more, view upcoming live and online courses and retreats in the contemplative arts.
1 day ago · This article is about the induction of specific modes or states of consciousness. For other uses, see Meditation (disambiguation). Not to be confused with mediation or medication. Meditation is a practice in which an individual uses a technique – such as mindfulness, or focusing the mind on a particular object, thought, or activity – to ...
4 days ago · Rosemerry: The most recent poem that opened me wide— “Self-Portrait as Coriander Seed.” I freaking love this poem by Abby E. Murray that combines growing a seed, growing a child, school shootings, devout loyalty, love and politics into one astonishing poem.
1 day ago · Through contemplative creativity, the artist creates an image that derives from another reality; the higher reality of which the world is an image. In this view, human artistic vision is not necessarily or only based on visible, sensible phenomena, nor is it predicated on calculative reasoning.
