Welcome to the Daily Still podcast, a place to pause.

Here we create space to listen for the whispers of God.

I'm your host Cindy Helton, and I believe one of the greatest gifts we can give to ourselves is room to be still.

This week, we'll be focusing on practicing unrushed rhythms. If there is one thing we can all do to quiet our souls, it's slowing down the pace of life as well as the information we take in. Our souls need space to breathe.

One of my favorite quotes by Ralph Waldo Emerson reminds us,

Life is a Journey, not a Destination.

This is true of the spiritual life as well. a journey, not a destination.

This is true of the spiritual life as well.

So what will we discover on that journey?

The answer may just be found in the pace of life that we keep.

By nature, I'm a wanderer, getting off the beaten path, setting my own pace,

and exploring quieter places nourishes my soul. During these slow times, I'm captivated with the

loveliness of the creator's works. And I'm reminded of the incredible joy of simply being present with God.

But I'm also prone to hurried rhythms where I totally miss the beauty around me

and ignore the people and delightful things God has placed on my path.

It's easy to get caught up in striving and constant activity,

but these activities do not bring peace to our souls.

For the next few moments, I invite you to fully embrace slow time.

Find a quiet setting.

Relax any tension you are carrying as you pay attention to your breathing.

Let's settle in and begin.

Thank you. Let's settle in and begin. Slow down.

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