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Contemplative Reading

Contemplative Reading

Contemplative Reading involves engaging with texts in a reflective and meditative manner, fostering deep inner awareness and ongoing self-conversation. This practice often includes reading spiritual or philosophical passages to connect with the heart and mind.

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Finding Light

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In The Unknown I Am Free - Contemplative Prose

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Transforming Beliefs

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Surrender - Contemplative Prose

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Offer Your Heart: Radiance Sutras Verse 147

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Fruits Of Fall: Self Control Is Better

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Stoicism: An Introduction & Contemplation

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A Journey With The Divine Feminine

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Discover more about the Divine Feminine as God and the Divine Feminine as you.

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Offer Your Heart: Radiance Sutras Verse 147

Katrina Bos

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Reading As A Meditative Practice

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In The Unknown I Am Free - Contemplative Prose

Cat Forsley

4.5talks•2 min

Reborn In Every Moment - Contemplative Prose

Cat Forsley

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The Prayer Of St. Francis

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Meditative Poetry: “She Let Go”

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4.6talks•6 min

Surrender - Contemplative Prose

Cat Forsley

4.1guided•5 min

Fruits Of Fall: Self Control Is Better

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Fruits Of Fall: A Heart Of Gentleness

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Fruits Of Fall: New Every Morning (Faithfulness)

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Fruits Of Fall: The Goodness (The Good Of Those Who Love)

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Fruits Of Fall: The Farmer (Patience)

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Fruits Of Fall: Rejoice!

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Psalm 3: A Lectio Divina

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Contemplative Reading

Contemplative Reading

Contemplative Reading involves engaging with texts in a reflective and meditative manner, fostering deep inner awareness and ongoing self-conversation. This practice often includes reading spiritual or philosophical passages to connect with the heart and mind.

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