When you hear the names Martha and Mary, do you ever feel like you are Martha Stressed, anxious, running on empty while trying to serve everyone and hold everything together. In Luke 10, we meet a woman who gets overwhelmed while doing good. She’s not lazy. She’s not rebellious. She’s just tired. And Jesus sees her.
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Examen Prayer: A Tool for Mental Health and Mindfulness
In our fast-paced, often chaotic lives, moments of quiet reflection can feel like a luxury. Yet, they are essential for nurturing our mental and emotional well-being. The Examen Prayer, a spiritual exercise rooted in the Jesuit tradition, offers a simple yet profound way to integrate reflection, gratitude, and mindfulness into daily life. Beyond its spiritual benefits, this prayer practice has a remarkable capacity to support mental health and emotional resilience.
Reclaiming Advent: A Guide to Mental Well-Being
Advent is a season of joyful anticipation, a sacred time to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. Yet, for many of us, it feels anything but peaceful. The busyness of shopping, decorating, hosting, and endless to-do lists can leave us frazzled and distracted from the true purpose of the season. How can we,Continue reading “Reclaiming Advent: A Guide to Mental Well-Being”