Explore Insights on Choosing Presence & the Practice of Presence
Browse, reflect, and embrace the practice of presence!
Welcome to our collection of thought-provoking articles designed to inspire and support your journey towards daily calm and presence. Here, you’ll find deep reflections on Choosing Presence and the Practice of Presence, along with explorations of contemplative prayer, meditation, and the art of living in the moment.
Whether you’re seeking practical guidance, fresh perspectives, or a deeper understanding of presence in daily life, these articles offer valuable wisdom to help you cultivate stillness, awareness, and a stronger connection with God.
Reclaiming the Mind: Michael Pollan on Consciousness, Presence, and the Yearning for Inner Sovereignty
Our consciousness is under pressure — from phones, from algorithms, from the relentless demands of modern life. Michael Pollan's new book, A World Appears, traces the science and the strangeness of our inner lives, and arrives at a quietly urgent conclusion: we need to take back sovereignty over our own minds.
Getting Out of Our Head
Practice of Presence Teaching
Do you ever feel like the relentless voice in your head is the source of your stress? Peace begins not by trying to silence that voice, but by learning to recognize it. Discover how to use the breath as a bridge to God’s quiet presence and learn the simple practice of labeling your thoughts to find stillness.
The 4-7-8 Breath
Practice of Presence Teaching
Discover how the breath serves as a sacred pathway from the frantic noise of the ego to the steady energy of God’s presence. Learn the 4-7-8 breathing method as a tool for "inner conditioning," helping you retrain your nervous system to release tension and step into a life of contemplative stillness.
The Power of a New Start
Practice of Presence Teaching
As we enter 2026, we explore how to shift from the "unobserved mind" into a vibrant inner life. Discover the impact of our 2025 gift to Illuman, find details for our upcoming Chicago retreat, and access free tools to help you sustain a rhythm of stillness throughout the year.
Choose Presence in 2026!
Choosing Presence Calendar (2026)
The Choosing Presence Calendar (2026) is a helpful companion for living in the present moment. With monthly reflections, simple practices, and reminders to pause and breathe, this free calendar invites you to begin again—returning to peace that is always here.