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Magnify Book Club: The Practice of Stillness by Carrie Skarda

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Feb 28, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Carrie Skarda, author of 'The Practice of Stillness', shares her insights on mindfulness and its transformative role in spiritual growth. She highlights how stillness can nurture our relationship with God, emphasizing the dangers of overstimulation. Listeners enjoy a humorous story illustrating the importance of presence, alongside a guided mindfulness exercise aimed at enhancing self-compassion. The conversation closes with reflections on meditation across faith traditions and an exciting announcement for the next literary adventure.
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ADVICE

Reflect on Stillness

  • Consider why you desire more stillness in your life.
  • Reflect on how distractions and busyness affect your well-being.
INSIGHT

Mindfulness in LDS Context

  • Mindfulness and meditation, though not common LDS terms, align with scriptural concepts.
  • These practices are foundational for spiritual growth and connection with God.
INSIGHT

Compassionate Presence

  • Mindfulness involves compassionate presence, being fully present with gentle awareness.
  • It's not self-absorbed but grounds us to engage more fully with the world.
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