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The Breaking of Being Alone
she thought being alone would break her. and it did. it broke the pretending. it broke the noise. it broke the part of her that...
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The Power of Will
Michael Singer talks about neutrality—this idea that we can sit in the center of our experience, simply observing, letting life unfold...
bethdurling
Feb 144 min read
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The Yearning for Eden
Finding Stillness in this Chaos. We live in a world that thrives on overstimulation— Are you overstimuated? I am. Fast-moving people,...
bethdurling
Feb 133 min read
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Sometimes Love
There’s a thing called sometimes love, and it’s intoxicating. Don’t mistake this for the cultural buzzwords on narcissism and toxicity —...
bethdurling
Feb 123 min read
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Slow Living
I realized at the age of 43 that I did not like to argue. So much so, that I chose solitude over any risk that another argument would...
bethdurling
Apr 19, 20242 min read
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Letting Go
In the past year, I've pondered Mary—the virgin, the mother, the secret saint—so much that I've drawn courage from her. Imagine...
bethdurling
Apr 19, 20241 min read
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Scolded by the Divine
I remember the moment sitting on my couch. It was a beautiful, warm summer afternoon, and I had already done all the things that served...
bethdurling
Mar 12, 20243 min read
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What to Always Say
In the constant whirlwind of thoughts, our minds often become unruly roommates, incessantly chattering and leading us astray. Don Miguel...
bethdurling
Feb 23, 20242 min read
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Alchemizing Pain
One concept that has become a transformative practice in my life is the art of alchemizing. I can't take credit for the creation of this...
bethdurling
Dec 15, 20232 min read
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Level Up Kings and Queens
Awakening to the understanding that happiness is within reach through simple, mindful replacements in your daily life can be an...
bethdurling
Dec 9, 20232 min read
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Curate a Conscious Life
In the hustle and bustle of modern western culture, finding moments of mindfulness has become a crucial aspect of maintaining mental,...
bethdurling
Nov 26, 20233 min read
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The Witness
Have you ever found yourself in the midst of a mental battle, unsure of your capabilities, doubting your intentions, and fearing the...
bethdurling
Oct 25, 20234 min read
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Embracing Agency
In moments of thick, negative energy, intrusive thoughts, overwhelm, or even in feelings of anger, I've often discovered that a lack of...
bethdurling
Sep 23, 20234 min read
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The Sacred Merging
"Have you ever been asked, 'Did you talk to God about it?' or heard phrases like 'Did you pray about it?' or 'What does God have to say...
bethdurling
Sep 22, 20235 min read
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Acceptance is SEXY
We often hear people emphasize the importance of self-love and the need to prioritize ourselves in our daily lives. Like if the plane is...
bethdurling
Sep 16, 20233 min read
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Our Shared Spirit
Let's Start Here At first glance, the world may seem like a diverse tapestry of individuals, each with their own unique roles, titles,...
bethdurling
Sep 15, 20233 min read
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Perfectly Placed
You're meant to be present in this very moment, with all your knowledge and uncertainties. You're here in your current relationship for a...
bethdurling
Aug 27, 20233 min read
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Thoughts Become Matter
Where you place your attention is where you place your energy. Once you fix your attention or your awareness or your mind on possibility,...
bethdurling
Aug 18, 20231 min read
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Just Love
Just Love. It neutralizes the mind's antics and tactics, and recalibrates the momentum of the pain body. Just love. It simplifies complex...
bethdurling
Aug 2, 20231 min read
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Suffering is Resistance
I think you're here reading this blog to get your power back. I think there is a knowing inside of you that is guiding you and directing...
bethdurling
Jul 27, 20232 min read
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