Show Notes
Episode 23. Staying Grounded in the Chaos
Episode 23. Staying Grounded in the Chaos
"I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing."
~ John 15:5
In the midst of a fallen, chaotic, and frenetic world, we can feel pulled in many different directions. We might lose connection with our experience in the present moment and lack awareness of what's going on in our body, emotions, and soul. How can we regain a sense of connection to the present moment and remain rooted in the love of Christ?
Grounding is a valuable part of mental health. For the Christian, grounding is not a matter of emptying oneself of experiences or desires, but rather filling oneself with the presence of the Holy Spirit. How does grounding help our mental and spiritual wellness? What exercises and strategies can we use to stay grounded and fully present through Christ? Listen in as Pat & Kenna break down the value of staying grounded!
Show Notes
The beauty and value of living in connection to the present moment
“This is the day the Lord has made;
let us rejoice in it and be glad.”
~ Psalm 118:24“Give us today our daily bread…”
~ Matthew 6:11“When the Church celebrates the mystery of Christ, there is a word that marks her prayer: ‘Today!’ - a word echoing the prayer her Lord taught her and the call of the Holy Spirit. This ‘today’ of the living God which man is called to enter is ‘the hour’ of Jesus’ Passover, which reaches across and underlies all history.”
~ Catechism of the Catholic Church §1165
The power & significance of breathing
Step-by-step grounding breaths
Breathe deeply and slowly in through the nose
Hold for a moment
Breathe slowly out through the mouth, using a straw shape of your mouth to slow the breath
For more information about Seton Education Partners,
the partner organization that Kenna mentioned in this episode,
visit their website at setonpartners.org
Challenge By Choice
Practice grounding breaths throughout your week.
Take grounding breaths when you wake up, or go to bed, or in a moment of dysregulation/overwhelm, or when entering into prayer
How does this simple exercise affect your ability to remain emotionally regulated and in touch with the present moment?