Tag: reflection
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Day by Day: Facing the Goliaths in Our Lives
Sometimes the giants we face are not defeated by becoming something more, but by recognizing what God has already given us and walking forward, day by day.
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In the Middle of the Mess
There are days when everything you touch seems to go wrong. Like Br’er Rabbit, the more you push, the more stuck you become. But what if the way forward begins by simply stopping?
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What if?
A series of quiet questions about kindness, restraint, responsibility, and the kind of world we are building — one decision at a time.
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What Do You Complain About the Most?
A thoughtful look at recurring complaints, seasonal overload, and what it means when everything you’re juggling actually matters.
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Tick Tock? The Thing I Never Lost
What I treasured most as a child was not something I could hold, but something that held me. Through a small riddle about time, I rediscover that my greatest attachment was never an object at all, but the people and history that shaped who I am and who I am becoming.
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Epiphany: The Light Is Revealed
Some moments arrive quietly, without spectacle or demand. This reflection considers Epiphany as a way of seeing — how light appears, how we respond, and how recognition changes a life.
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As the Year Unfolds
A gentle word about the rhythm of this space as the year unfolds — rooted in prayer, reverence, and room to breathe. This season is about faithfulness, quiet growth, and allowing life and prayer to unfold together without rush.
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A Gentle Sense of Belonging | A New Year’s Eve Reflection
As the year turns, we reflect on the homes that have shaped us, the memories that linger, and the gentle sense of belonging that continues to receive us.
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Formed in Love, Human and Divine
Relationships shape who we become, often in ways we only recognize with time. This reflection explores the people, mentors, family, and spiritual relationships that have positively influenced my life and formed my understanding of love, faith, and purpose.
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Three Days Left: Setting Intentions for Prosperity and Success
With three days left in the year, this reflection invites you to pause, realign your intentions, and prepare for a New Year shaped by purpose, clarity, and meaningful prosperity. A gentle guide for setting intentions and embracing what lies ahead.
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What Tree Would You Be? A Symbolic Journey Into Identity & Meaning
Have you ever wondered what kind of tree you would be? Oak, willow, pine, maple—each carries its own quiet wisdom and symbolic personality. This post explores what different trees represent, why people connect to certain ones, and how to discover your unique “tree personality.” At the end, enjoy a family-friendly activity that turns this reflection…
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🧭 A Compass, Not a Map: On Becoming, Discernment, and the Journey Ahead
I didn’t set out to define sainthood. I set out to listen. To wonder. To walk slowly through the question: What does it mean to become holy—not in the eyes of the world, but in the eyes of God? Discernment, I’ve come to believe, is not about finding the “right” answer. It’s about becoming the…
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If I Could Meet Any Historical Figure…
If I could meet any historical figure, I’d want to meet them in their own time—to hear their language, walk their roads, and absorb the world that shaped them. Inspired by Maria Montessori’s Absorbent Mind, this Compass reflection invites us to receive history not as information, but as formation—an unfolding journey of presence, wonder, and…
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Do you have water buffalos in your life?
We all have “water buffaloes” in our lives—those heavy, messy, unexpected burdens that feel more like obstacles than blessings. But what if these challenges are actually shaping us into the person God intends us to be? In this reflection, we explore how to walk with your buffaloes, not against them, and find genuine inner peace…
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If You’re Looking for Me…
A gentle reflection on where I feel most at peace—quiet corners, loved ones, and the open sky—where simple moments become meaningful.
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Becoming a Saint, Part II: Grace in Motion
A gentle exploration of actual and sanctifying grace—how it moves through our lives, grows through the sacraments, and draws us closer to sainthood. Includes saintly quotes and a prayer by St. Thomas Aquinas.
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Tea and Contemplation: Reflecting on Our Lives and the Passion of Jesus Christ
In the sacred stillness of quiet moments, we encounter profound reflections on the Passion of Christ. With a warm cup of tea and chocolate, we contemplate His unimaginable suffering and love. At Golgotha, Jesus endured betrayal to grant us grace and redemption, inviting us to lay our burdens at the Cross.
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Embrace the New Year with Peace and Prosperity
As the new year nears, embrace peace, prosperity, and reflection on past blessings. Anticipate joys and challenges with an open heart, striving for fruitful endeavors and happiness in everyday moments. Cherish enriching relationships and nurture dreams, aiming for growth, harmony, and success in the coming year. Happy New Year!
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Deepening Your Relationship with Christ Through the Eucharist
The author reflects on the significance of the Eucharist as a connection to their faith and Jesus’s sacrifice. They grapple with deep questions about their beliefs, commitment, and love for Christ, striving for a greater understanding of His love. This journey encourages them to embody their faith through actions and relationships with others.