Dr. Howell’s Reflections
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Application of Spiritual Wisdom Part 6
September 7, 2025
When something upsets us, the first step toward spiritual wisdom is to step back from its emotional grip. Life inevitably brings circumstances that overwhelm us. Emotions rise like a tidal storm, tossing around our faith and flooding our minds with the problem. Emotions become the context for our mood, our body, and our spirit. In such moments, it can feel impossible to turn toward our spiritual practice, for the storm within us is too strong.
Application of Spiritual Wisdom Part 5
September 6, 2025
Many spiritual practices bring us closer to the Divine and to spiritual wisdom. One of my favorites is meditation. Some others are walking the labyrinth, consulting holy scripture, Lectio Divina, yoga, pilgrimage, dance, writing, music, practicing presence, mindfulness, embodiment, and various forms of prayer. However, none will be optimal unless we bring several things to the practice.