Fifteen basic truths about spiritual direction! They may help to remove some cobwebs of confusion and help us see the beauty and meaning of this practice. I have no doubt that every one of us will lead a happier, fuller and more enthusiastic life if we shared our inner journey—the best and the worst about us—with someone wise and honest who truly cares for us. Much confusion, many blunders and the drudgery of a monotonous and meaningless life can be avoided if we learnt to look into our inner self and talk it over with the right kind of person.
All the best on this adventure!
- A very meaningful, happy and enjoyable experience! Chit-chats about superficial matters (weather, food, fashion, sports) can fill our time, but will not fill our heart! They leave us feeling empty. Try looking into yourself instead (e.g., Am I happy? What do I want to do with my life? What place does God have in my life? Am I taking the right decisions? How do I learn to love?). Talking such deep matters over with the right of kind of person is what spiritual direction is all about. You are truly blessed if you find such a person, and if you open up and share. I feel deeply grateful that I got such chances. Deep sharing led to deep joy and peace and renewed inner strength. Try and see!
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Fr Joe Mannath SDB
