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A Sacred Journey VLOG

“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.”

~Hermann Hesse

I am truly appreciative that you joined me here today. Since beginning this journey, it has been my pleasure to offer inspiring words of wisdom from famous authors, poets, philosophers, bards, women, and men of wisdom and substance. In fact, A Sacred Journey Vlog was created to share inspiration and wisdom with everyone seeking new insights. My goal is to help unite versus divide by sharing the collective knowledge base of old wisdom to help inspire a vision within, one that will assist you in identifying, charting a course, and advancing confidently in the direction of Your dreams.

We are not alone in this journey called life. As a psychotherapist, I have seen many falls at the most inopportune times in their life; sometimes, we need a pick-me-up when we fall. Our journey through life has a beginning, middle, and end. Yet, it is the story we create that makes the beauty of life possible! The stories and imagery of this VLOG, titled A Sacred Journey Vlog, explore the wisdom behind the stories we create. What Story Do You Want to Create?

In this vlog, you will find the wisdom of old to bring inspiration for your day. One of my passions is to bring inspiration to begin each day with something new, exciting, and motivational to accompany you on your journey to the heart of A Sacred Journey Vlog.

Advance Confidently in the Direction of Your Dreams. Additionally, A Sacred Journey Vlog continues to provide guidance for those seeking to create meaning in their unique life stories.

A Sacred Journey Podcast

Nurturing Grace: The Divine Equation of Love & Preventing Burnout – A Sacred Journey: Where Myths Unfold and Potential Awakens

Are you a chronic caregiver, natural helper, or over-giver who feels like you’re running on empty? In this episode of A Sacred Journey, we dive into Dr. Thomas Maples’ insightful essay, Nurturing Grace: The Divine Equation of Love.We explore the "divine equation" from the Gospel of Mark—loving your neighbor as yourself—and why internal self-nurturance is a non-negotiable prerequisite for sustainable service. Learn why you "can't pour wine from a broken bottle," how to integrate the "holy no" to protect your boundaries, and practical ways to practice silence through Lectio Divinaand the intentional pause.

1. Nurturing Grace: The Divine Equation of Love & Preventing Burnout 18:21
2. The Chiseling of the Soul: Finding Mercy Beyond Guilt and Shame 19:04
3. Filling Your Cup: The Discipline of Loving-Kindness 20:42
4. Fill Your Glass: The Disciplined Practice of Loving-Kindness 12:07
5. The Architecture of Joy: Navigating Darkness to Find Your Light 17:28
6. How to Find Spiritual Grounding: Healing a Fractured Soul through Integrity 17:15
7. The Unshakable Anchor: Building Hope in a Fractured World 15:31
8. Finding Grace in the Messy: Catholic Wisdom and the Psychology of Intentional Parenting 12:21
9. Mustard Seed Faith: Overcoming Fear and Stepping into the Unknown 12:32
10. Ecstasy & Inner Bliss: Stop Striving, Start Arriving | Dr. Thomas Maples 09:43