Spiritual Practices

Choosing a Spiritual Practice

The Living Compass program is believes that the best way to grow "new fruit" in our lives is by first taking time to deepen our "root system." This is why we ask each person to select a spiritual practice to do on a regular basis. Don't let the idea of spiritual practice intimidate you; it is simply a commitment to do something on a regular basis that connects you to God/Source/Higher Power, and refreshes and energizes your soul.

By definition, our souls are all different, and so what connects us with the Eternal will be unique to each of us. While we are each unique, we share the universal need to water and nurture our souls on a daily basis.

Here is a sampling of what some people have chosen for their regular spiritual practice during the Living Compass program. You decide how often and how long you wish to commit to doing each practice.

This program belongs to all of us, so please email us your own recommendations for a spiritual practice!

• Say the Prayer of St. Francis, or the Serenity Prayer everyday until you have it memorized
• Write a letter to God or someone you love (living or someone who has passed)
• Say the Lord's Prayer every time you walk up or down a ?ight of stairs
• Create a prayer space in your home
• Start a conversation journal with God
• Say a prayer every time you are standing in line or waiting at a stop light
• Keep a gratitude journal to write what you are thankful for every day
• Play a musical instrument, sing, dance with others or alone
• Sit quietly in silence or while listening to favorite music
• Meditate on a scripture verse by repeating it slowly in time with one's breath
• Spend time in nature
• Read the Bible or another book that inspires your soul
• Choose a Scripture and speak it silently or out loud throughout the day
• Practice yoga, stretch and pray, move or walk and pray
• Make a list of 25 ways you know God loves you, or 25 things for which you are grateful
• Take my dog to the dog park and learn from his freedom and delight