"In the sanctuary of women" by Jan L Richardson.
"... the practices that sustain me as an artist and writer
are the same kind of practices that sustain me as I seek God.
These are some of them:
Living and working with intention
What are the rhythms of life that enable me to live with mindfulness
instead of reacting to whatever comes along?
Finding allies
Whom do I turn to for support and sustenance?
Am I willing to ask for help when I need it?
Revisiting my sources
Where are the wellsprings that inspire me and to which I need to return?
Living with questions
How do I recognise and resist my own attitudes of certainty that stifle the creative process?
Engaging in discernment
How do I sort through the invitations and possibilities that present themselves?
Taking leaps of faith
Have I become too comfortable in my practices?
How might God be asking me to stretch and move with courage in a new direction?
Claiming a vision without trying to unduly control the outcome
How do I discern and work toward a goal
while remaining open to the mysteries and surprises along the way?"
Thank you, Jan, for sharing your wisdom.