I love being kind. It’s a simple act that can brighten someone’s day and bring a sense of peace to my own heart. There’s joy in extending a helping hand or a listening ear, and …
Mindful Moments— Beyond the To-Do List
From Puzzle Perfect to Prayers in the Bathroom | A Reminder of Faith and Preparedness
There I was, nestled comfortably in my recliner, the gentle hum of the TV a background to my evening of word search puzzles. It was a moment of relaxation. Suddenly, a jarring sound shattered the …
More Than Meets the Eye | Sereneness in the Ordinary
As the saying goes, sometimes you literally need to “stop and smell the roses.” That’s precisely what happened to me the other day while sitting in my best friend’s backyard pavilion, enjoying a warm cup …
Mindfulness— Beyond The To Do List | Embracing the World as Our Guest House
Embracing Hospitality Across Cultures I’m not a world traveler, but I find it interesting and love learning about different cultures and traditions. The Bible overflows with stories about hospitality. From Abraham welcoming weary travelers to …
Mindfulness— Pawprints on Our Hearts | Saying Goodbye at the Rainbow Bridge
The past two weeks have been a quiet stretch here on the blog. Life threw a curveball – My dear friend Rich and I recently said goodbye to our beloved Tucker (our gentle giant 120 …
Mindfulness in Friendships | Deepening Connections Through Christ
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. …
Finding Peace in Pain | Exploring Christian Mindfulness for Pain Management
Chronic pain can be an overwhelming burden to bear. However, as Christians, we are called to seek solace and strength through our faith. Today, we’ll take a look at how mindfulness can not only alleviate …
Exploring Mindfulness for Chronic Pain Management
Stress and physical discomfort are often felt together. This has made it a pressing concern to find effective methods to manage chronic pain. Although medical interventions play a crucial role, an increasing number of people …
Mindfulness and Anxiety Relief | Discovering Peace in the Present Moment
On the ever-spinning hamster wheel of modern life, anxiety has become a prevalent issue affecting individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The lack of space for rest and reflection we face can leave us feeling …
Beyond the To-Do List | A Gentle Journey of Mindfulness in 2024
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:8— NIV It’s that …
Mindfulness in the Bible | Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Matthew 7:24— NIV Welcome! It’s time for another friendly installment …
Embracing the Light Within | A Mindfulness Journey through John 1:1-5
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that …