Category: Book Review & Stories

Mantras: An Aid in Meditation with Psalm 136

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In this episode, we explore different mantras that can be used in meditation and how meditation might be useful for us as our contemplative nature grows. This episode includes a reading from Psalm 136. Media mentioned in this episode: Thich Nhat Hanh: Mindful Meditation https://youtu.be/J62F0Y6PKes Center for Action and Contemplation Center for Action and Contemplation (cac.org) Turning To the Mystics with James Finley Turning to the Mystics — CAC Podcast with James Finley

Approaching our Past: Sankofa and What it Can Teach Us

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What do we need to retrieve from our past so we can advance in peace, likewise, what do we need to address or deal with from our past to promote a healthy future? Sankofa is a word that when translated means return and fetch it. It is an Adinkra (pictogram) symbol of the Asante people of Ghana. With the passing of Juneteenth, I wanted to briefly discuss Sankofa and what it can teach us along with the lessons of King Hezekiah of the Old Testament (who may have authored this week's psalm). Later, I'll sum up with an introduction to my favorite culinary historian and author, Michael W. Twitty.

*Prayers without Words with a Poem by Mary Oliver and Psalm 122

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https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2319470.rss Listen on my website HERE Listen on the Buzzsprout website HERE *NOTE: As this episode was in the editing process my hometown experienced an active shooter at one of our park splash pads. Nine people were injured; some are still in critical condition, including an eight-year-old child.  I’d like to dedicate this episode to … Continue reading *Prayers without Words with a Poem by Mary Oliver and Psalm 122

C. G. Jung on Nature and the Ego with Psalm 115

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Thank you for joining me on Loving the Imperfect! Lately, I've been reading The Earth Has a Soul which is a collection of work from C. G. Jung (pronounced Yoo-ng). It's changing the way I think about our society, so I thought I would share a couple of points Jung made more than half a century ago about America specifically, our culture, our false notion of progress, and our speedy technological advances. He begs us to get back to our instincts, back to our roots, and leave technology behind arguing that it has never saved us the time we thought we needed. It seems everyone is busier than ever nowadays! Join me as we read Psalm 115 which points to idol worship. Is technology modern society's idol, taking precedence over every precious thing in our natural and spiritual lives? Blessings, Brianne Turczynski

Episode 17: Silencing All the “Wicked” in the Land

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https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2319470.rss Episode Transcript:Welcome to Loving the Imperfect Podcast, a show for laypeople and seekers of deeper contemplation. I'm Brianne Turczynski. For 10 years, I've been studying offerings from holy teachers and holy texts. I'm a journalist who has listened to the stories of many people throughout the years. So I thought it was my turn … Continue reading Episode 17: Silencing All the “Wicked” in the Land

When and How to Leave a Toxic Environment Like a Mystic with Psalm 94

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Hello and Welcome to Loving the Imperfect!! Sometimes it can be hard to tell if you're experiencing a toxic environment. The toxicity can disguise itself and sometimes you've been existing in it for so long you can no longer read the signs. Join me as Psalm 94 guides us into this topic, and I tell you a little of my own experience leaving a toxic work environment. Books and Episodes mentioned in this episode: Witness: What I learned from Ellie Wiesel's Classroom by Ariel Burger Episode 4: How to Deal with Bullies Thank you for joining me. Please consider sharing and subscribing!