The Next Right Thing 345: Protect Your Peace Until the End of the Year
Nov 19, 2024
As the year winds down, maintaining inner tranquility is crucial. Discover strategies to combat decision fatigue and nurture mental well-being. Learn the importance of 'fixed points' in your life that provide stability amid family gatherings. Intentional self-care practices are emphasized to help navigate differing perspectives. Plus, explore tools like the Quiet Collection app for reflection and support during this busy season.
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Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace
- Emily P. Freeman mentions a common trope in fictional weddings where the officiant asks if anyone objects to the marriage.
- This originates from the Book of Common Prayer and served practical and legal purposes in earlier times.
Holding Your Peace
- After the "speak now" moment, like elections, focus on inner peace.
- This isn't about staying silent on injustice but cultivating peace to act effectively.
Engage Your Inner Life
- We need to engage our inner lives, facing our questions, anxieties, grief, and celebrations.
- This prepares us for interactions, especially with those we disagree with.
