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Exhausted—but on the Edge of Something
A reflection from no man’s land, where holy frustration meets quiet awakening
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Beth Bradford
The War Within: Finding Purpose in Midlife’s Battles
Although many Christians can turn to the Bible for inspiration and courage, I fully appreciate some of the spiritual texts and subsequent inspiring…
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Beth Bradford
On Trees, Silence, and the Sounds of the Soul
When we're silent, do our souls speak to others?
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Beth Bradford
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Revolt Against Impulsivity: Contemplative Practices Help Us Navigate Our Thoughts
It's always good to pause and check our intentions.
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Beth Bradford
A Conversation with Anger
Desert spirituality recognizes how thoughts can consume you.
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Beth Bradford
The Power of Contemplation: A Spiritual Path to Compassion and Connection
Let’s quietly change the world.
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Beth Bradford
Are You on #TeamMary or #TeamMartha?
We know what's truly necessary, but do we do it?
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Beth Bradford
Are You Really Listening to Your Heart or Your Ego?
Our desires and intuition are often expectations of the ego.
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Beth Bradford
Matthew McConaughey's Bumper Stickers and What Yours Say About You
What are you cultivating within yourself and sharing with the world?
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Beth Bradford
Letting Go of Perfection: How a Simple Interruption Can Lead to Spiritual Growth
No one is perfect, but we can strive for perfect intention.
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Beth Bradford
Cultivate a Sacred Morning through Divine Reading
What you first think about can frame the rest of your day.
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Beth Bradford
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An Illuminating Meaning of 'Hallowed be thy Name'
Our prayers can become rote if we don't contemplate the meaning.
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Beth Bradford
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