In this episode, the speaker reflects on naming what is saving their life in the current season. They discuss objects that provide comfort and grounding, such as rocks and hand crosses. They also share various things saving their life during autumn, including plants, a magnetic phone stand, and doodling. Additionally, they talk about a life-saving gadget, favorite fall playlists, and their new book announcement. The speaker encourages listeners to consider what is saving their own lives.
Using hand crosses and stones during prayer or other activities helps the speaker to be present and grounded.
The book 'Our Unforming' by Cindy S Lee offers a non-Western perspective on spiritual formation, emphasizing the cyclical journey of becoming and returning to God.
Deep dives
Hand Crosses and Stones for Grounding and Comfort
One of the things that is saving the speaker's life this season are hand crosses and stones that she holds during prayer, Zoom calls, or whenever she needs something to do with her hands. These objects can be found in nature, like rocks and shells, or can be specially designed for this purpose, such as worry stones or inspirational rocks. It doesn't matter what the object is, it's simply a way to be present and grounded. The speaker finds comfort and a sense of fidgeting with these objects, which helps her to focus and be more present in various activities.
Discovering Wholeness in Spiritual Formation
The speaker discusses a book called 'Our Unforming' by Cindy S Lee, which explores spiritual formation from a non-Western perspective. The book emphasizes the cyclical journey of becoming and returning to God, as well as returning to oneself. It challenges the notion of progress in spiritual formation and highlights the importance of wholeness. The speaker finds this perspective refreshing and valuable, particularly as an Asian-American woman. The book offers a unique viewpoint that adds depth and understanding to the speaker's spiritual journey.
The Fascination of Survivor and Decision-Making
The speaker shares her love for the TV show Survivor, which she has been a fan of for years. She finds the show intriguing because it explores decision-making in extreme situations where individuals are taken out of their comfort zones and forced to make significant choices without their usual support systems. The speaker appreciates the show's focus on human decision-making and finds it fascinating to observe how contestants navigate life-or-death decisions on the island. Survivor provides an enjoyable and thought-provoking escape from everyday life.
What's saving your life right now, specifically when it comes to autumn? It could be anything from a favorite product to a spiritual practice, a fun new show or a meaningful relationship. When it comes to naming what we love this fall, everything counts. Listen in.