Apr 15 2024
The Contemplative Heart of Interior Integration
Episode 121 In this episode of Becoming Me, I delve into the contemplative heart of interior integration. I talk about the integration of spirituality, psychology, neuroscience, and other fields as essential in the journey of self-discovery. Using metaphors and reflecting on my own experiences, I emphasise the role of contemplation in managing life's paradoxes and challenges. I explain how contemplation, or being with God, serves as a foundational point, helping us embrace our complexities and live out our faith deeply. I offer assurance that, despite the complexities of the interior integration journey, finding stability in contemplation can bring peace and grace into our lives. I also suggest ways to cultivate awareness to recognise contemplative moments daily, guiding listeners towards profound self-understanding and a closer relationship with the divine.Watch this recording on YouTube.Follow me on my Instagram account @animann for more material on the integration journey and subscribe to my monthly reflections on Begin Again.CHAPTER MARKERS(00:00:26) - Introduction(00:01:04) - The Heart of Interior Integration(00:09:42) - Exploring the Contemplative Heart(00:12:40) - The Power of Contemplation in Healing(00:15:41) - Embracing Paradoxes and Tensions(00:21:10) - Contemplation: Beyond "Saying Prayers"(00:23:01) - Real-Life Examples of Contemplation(00:37:58) - Cultivating Awareness and Stillness(00:40:11) - ConclusionTRANSCRIPTAvailable here.REFLECTION PROMPTWhat is contemplation? Do you find yourself being constantly busy? Have you experienced the stillness of God's love? Perhaps there has been an instance of this experience of stillness, even during a crisis. How can you live a life of contemplation?Support the showSUBSCRIBE | FOLLOW | SUPPORTSocial Media:Follow Becoming Me Podcast on Facebook & InstagramFollow Ann Yeong on Facebook & InstagramWebsite:Visit www.becomingmepodcast.com to leave me a message and sign up for my newsletter! To see where else you can connect with me or my content, click HERE.Support the Show:Monthly Support (starting at USD$3)One-time DonationLeave a Review:If this podcast has blessed you, please leave a review by clicking here.CLARITY INTERIOR INTEGRATION JOURNEYApplications Open Now (till 29 Feb 2024)