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.
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.
Turning Toward Presence
Practice of Presence Teaching
Negative thinking can sweep in quietly—a familiar story, a judgment, a worry that spirals before we even notice. Jim Heaney reminds us that negative thoughts and gossip reflect inner unrest, yet presence offers a way back. By pausing, breathing, and becoming aware, we interrupt the pattern and return to truth, compassion, and God’s steady peace.
An Accessible Path to Peace and Wholeness
Practice of Presence Teaching
What draws you to a book? In this reflection, we explore why Choosing Presence stands out—not just for its compelling subtitle, but for the deeply personal and practical spiritual path it offers. Grounded in the Christian tradition, Jim Heaney’s book is an accessible guide to daily presence, peace, and lasting transformation.