Journey Notes (Blog)
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Tips on Writing a Spiritual Memoir
I share some lessons learned from my writing coach and the impact of these lessons on my budding career as a writer of spiritual books.
Be Astonished!
When we pay real, deep attention — we come to see the world in an altogether new way. We “see” what is deeper, more real, more alive. The world shimmers with light, vitality, and unity, all held in love.
Keeping a Spiritual Journal
Keeping a spiritual journal (spiritual diary) is a great way to maintain awareness and discernment, keep in close touch with your true self, and grow an intimate relationship with God.
Pay Attention
There is the kind of attentiveness we all use unconsciously to engage with the familiar tasks and events of the day and to respond to the challenges that may arise.
Spiritual Care
In his paper “Contemplation and Action: A Paradoxical Pair” my blog co-author, Dr. James Peterson defines contemplation as inwardness, solitude, silence, letting go into emptiness, a quiet attentiveness.
All Things New
As we turn into a new year, it is common to reflect on the year we have just experienced, to take stock, note the joys and sorrows, and harvest the lessons.
Welcome to Journey Notes!
A warm welcome to spiritual journeyers everywhere! We are excited to announce the founding of Journey Notes, Hearken Books’ semi-monthly blog for spiritual seekers of all faiths.
Meet Our Contributors
Josefina J. Card, PhD,
is Founder and President of Sociometrics Corporation. For over 40 years she worked with generous funding from the U.S. National Institutes of Health to assemble exemplary social and behavioral health datasets and evidence-based behavior change programs, and distribute these resources to schools, clinics, and communities around the globe. She is a trained spiritual director who now brings her decades of work promoting healthy behavior change to the world of spiritual transformation.
James L. Peterson, PhD,
worked in the social sciences on social issues including marital conflict, teen pregnancy, and social indicators. He has worked in the last two decades as a spiritual director and spiritual formation mentor. Most recently he has taken up painting and illustration work.