Hope & Wholeness
Wholeness, to me, is about integrating all the parts of who we are, including our stories, struggles, faith, and hope. In these posts, I’m sharing the practices and reflections that help me live with more intention, compassion, and courage. Come walk with me.
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Being gentle with ourselves
Letting go of the rigidity and being gentle with who I am and where I’ve come… this is what I aim for now. This is a process; it hasn't happened overnight, and I'm still a work in progress.
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Weeds have pretty flowers too
My mind garden is a beautiful mess, and I work hard on it every single day. What I can't do, I let the grace of the Father tend to in his own beautiful and redemptive way.
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There’s no better place than the present
All we have is the present and the moment we're in. Everything else is uncertain and quite possibly a grasp for something more. The something "more" is never enough, and the chase only wears us out and robs us of the joy in front of us.
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Being brave is showing up
Bravery is found in the moments that may feel small. In the little things that turn into big things. The big things that wouldn't be possible without all the little big brave steps paving the way.
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Resting in awareness
Let me just be like that little rock that sits so elegantly and confidently on the banks of the lake. Not fighting or resisting her experience, but letting it all happen just as it is. This is rest. This is true peace.
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Balloon breathing meditation for kids
The following meditation was written for kids to teach belly breathing and guided imagery. I hope your little ones enjoy and find a little place of peace.
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Let it go: a meditation for release
Imagine Jesus whispering gently in your ear: "My yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.” Let each butterfly lighten your load and carry your burdens up to the Father.
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When our no’s become yes’s
I'm saying "yes" to a few quiet moments outside before this day begins. I'm saying "yes" to a slower day, a day of rest. I think this is the "yes" I really do need. Thank goodness for the "no's" because of all the needed "yes's" on the other side.
