Saturday Jan 25, 2025
Centering Prayer: Finding Inner Peace and Focus with Rich Lewis
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Mind Over Matter, host Poulomi dives into a transformative conversation with Rich Lewis, speaker, coach, and author of Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self. Rich shares his decade-long journey with centering prayer, a unique form of meditation that blends silence with spiritual connection. He explains how centering prayer differs from traditional meditation, focusing on the practice of letting go and opening oneself to the presence of the divine.
Rich discusses how centering prayer has transformed his mindset, enhanced his focus, and cultivated resilience in his daily life. He offers practical advice for beginners, such as starting with 5-minute sessions and staying flexible with practice. Rich also provides insights on overcoming challenges like negative thoughts and self-doubt through complementary practices like journaling. Whether you’re new to meditation or seeking a deeper connection with yourself, this episode provides powerful tools for achieving clarity and inner peace.
About the Guest:
Rich Lewis is a practitioner of centering prayer since 2014, a speaker, and a coach who helps others integrate this transformative practice into their lives. His book, Sitting with God: A Journey to Your True Self, explores the power of centering prayer as a path to personal growth and spiritual connection.
Key Takeaways:
- What is Centering Prayer? A silent meditation practice that also serves as a spiritual connection with God, helping practitioners let go of thoughts and embrace the present moment.
- Start Small: Begin with 5-minute sessions in the morning, gradually increasing time as the practice becomes habitual.
- Flexibility in Practice: Adjust your meditation schedule to fit your lifestyle and make it sustainable.
- Letting Go in Daily Life: Use the lessons from centering prayer to focus on priorities and let go of distractions or unnecessary tasks.
- Overcoming Negative Thoughts: Journaling can help externalize self-doubt, allowing you to acknowledge and release unhelpful thoughts.
This episode is an inspiring guide for anyone seeking peace, focus, and resilience in their daily lives.
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