Tag: books
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Writing, Like Life, Is a Work in Progress
Confessions of a Recovering Adverb Addict By Katie Rea — spiritual director, writer, and companion for those listening deeply to life as it is. A fellow bibliophile recently asked me, “So, what have you been reading lately?” It is a simple question, except for those of us who read like we are at an all‑you‑can‑eat…
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When the Words Won’t Come
Learning to step away, soften the pressure, and return to the page as myself. By Katie Rea — spiritual director, writer, and companion for those listening deeply to life as it is. “Are you okay?” My husband’s voice pulled me out of the spiral. Right then, I realized how stressed I looked, slumped over my…
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Create a Yearly Reading Plan
“Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers.” Charles W. Eliot There is a myriad of reading challenges out there. As I have previously mentioned, my favorite is the Goodreads challenge which allows me to pick the number of…
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The Journey of Grace: Navigating Bad Days with Faith
By Katie Rea — spiritual director, writer, and companion for those listening deeply to life as it There was a day when I felt a supernatural peace, a kind of groundedness that made everything feel spacious and manageable. I was patient with my clients, my kids, and my husband. I practiced active listening and had…
