
What are the big questions in your life? Where are you on the spiritual journey? Do you have people in your life who listen to your deepest questions, with contemplative presence and compassion? SDI Creative Director Matt Whitney hosts conversations on spiritual direction, guidance, contemplation, and community. This podcast offers a wide range of perspectives, stories, and conversations about the... more
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualitySpirituality | |||

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Somewhat unique to SDI conversations with practitioners of seemingly disparate faiths is the knowledge they often have of each other’s practices. The search for meaning and purposefulness of life is a common thread. Various holy books, or scriptures, are not the end but the beginning of self awareness whose goal is universal love for all of creation and realization that everything in the universe is connected. Zazen, Vipasanna meditation and contemplative prayer are some of the interchangeable p... more
Each episode is insightful and powerful. So much to be gained and learnt.
I am looking for an old episode: 009 with Diane Millis. I’ve used it with groups I lead to talk about our lives as stories, and I went to send it to the new group and it’s gone! Is there any way I can get access to it? It’s so helpful!
I really enjoyed this particular episode, as a walker myself. The topic of pilgrimage refreshed my understanding of sacred experiences. I observe Matt as much more comfortable as an interviewer - more familiar with spiritual direction/companionship, to the point of contributing his own relevant stories.
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Conversations focus on the significance of spiritual direction and companionship, offering insights into personal growth, healing, and community connection. The discussions emphasize various contemplative practices, including mindfulness and somatic awareness, bridging diverse religious traditions and perspectives. Notably, the content encourages engagement with profound life questions and stresses the importance of creating spaces for deep listening and supportive dialogue. Listeners gain access to transformative stories that explore human connection, the body-soul relationship, and the intricacies of navigating spiritual journeys.
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