Explore Insights on Choosing Presence & the Practice of Presence

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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.

Brian Mueller 10/12/25 Brian Mueller 10/12/25

When “Present” Becomes Practice

Practice of Presence Teaching

Presence isn’t something to figure out or achieve—it’s something we practice, moment by moment. In Accessing Presence (Chapter 4 of Choosing Presence), Jim Heaney reminds us that stillness and conscious breath are the simple gateways to awakening. As we pause, breathe, and return to the here and now, we rediscover the peace and love that divine presence offers—always here, quietly waiting at the center of our being.

Brian Mueller 9/27/25 Brian Mueller 9/27/25

Quieting the Storm Within

Practice of Presence Teaching

Stillness is the foundation of presence, yet so often it eludes us. Chapter 3 of Choosing Presence reminds us that stillness is more than silence—it is the place where God’s Spirit quiets our inner chaos and restores peace. Quieting the Storm Within explores what keeps us from stillness, why it matters, and how we can practice it in daily life.

Brian Mueller 9/20/25 Brian Mueller 9/20/25

The Practice of Presence: A Path for Men and Women Seeking God

Spiritual Growth & Presence

Choosing Presence began with men’s spiritual journeys through Illuman, but today our mission serves all people seeking stillness, awareness, and intimacy with God. Learn how the Practice of Presence offers resources for men, women, and spiritual directors alike.

Brian Mueller 9/13/25 Brian Mueller 9/13/25

The Soul of All Spirituality

Practice of Presence Teaching

Many of us grow up with an image of God that feels distant, leaving us to navigate life on our own. But through stillness and presence, we discover that God is always near—at the very center of our being. In Meeting God in the Moment, we’re reminded that true spirituality is about relationship, and each encounter with the divine can transform how we live, listen, and love.

Brian Mueller 8/30/25 Brian Mueller 8/30/25

The Unconscious Self: Awakening to Presence

Practice of Presence Teaching

So often, we move through our days on autopilot—our minds racing with regrets from yesterday or anxieties about tomorrow. In those moments, we lose touch with the only place God’s Spirit is ever truly found: the present. When we learn to slow down, notice our breath, and quiet the ego’s chatter, something shifts. Fear loosens its grip, inner noise gives way to stillness, and we rediscover a peace that does not depend on circumstances. Presence is more than a practice; it’s a way of living awake to God’s mystery holding us in every moment.