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I could cite details but for confidentiality purposes I won't. Seeing clients light up amazes me, when from one appointment to the next, is like an LED light shining through them.Other qualities like peacefulness, renewed energy, optimism and hopefulness also are seen quite readily.
Believe me, this change is certainly not something I take credit for, but such a huge picture can only come from God or the divine in that person's life. When I hear them say spiritual direction is their "safe place" to talk about things where they find deeper meaning I am only an instrument that facilitates that atmosphere.
I have been trying to get the word out about spiritual direction but it's hard to really see the benefit unless a person takes the time to sit down with a spiritual director for several appointments. It's hard to judge anything on a one time basis.
Spiritual direction is not counseling, where the therapist assumes there is a problem to be solved or fixed. In spiritual direction, just talking about the ordinary things in a person's life, a thread of the divine begins to show its face, in the least expected ways.
This may occur quickly, but usually more over time.Time in spiritual direction is like watching a flower grow and bloom, ever so gently. These new insights often bring a deeply spiritual quality about them, which is indeed much different than a religious quality.
So, why not consider spiritual direction for yourself, or even recommend it to a friend? Having a spiritual companion may be the best gift you have ever given to accompany you on your spiritual journey. Now that summer is nearly over, what a better way to start this "new year!" No need to keep spiritual direction a secret any longer! Thanks.
I am a spiritual director and can be reached at 920.793.3530 and can see clients either in Two Rivers or Crivitz WI. Any questions? Call and we can talk. To see more of my posts see: MollyLaFond.com
