Multitasking is not a virtue: new podcast episode

Multitasking is not a virtue: new podcast episode

We live in a world where we are expected to do two things at once, or ten things at once. Multitasking is seen as a virtue, something that means we are working harder. But the truth is that doing more than one thing at a time takes its toll. When you do six things at once, none of them are done with attention or intention. That kind of fractured behavior leads to unrest and dissatisfaction deep in our souls, not to mention stress and physical/mental health issues in our daily lives. In Episode 7 of the Life Lines podcast, I tackle this challenging issue and offer some ways to flip this habit from something fractured to something more productive and peace-inducing. Give it a listen at the link below. And don’t forget to subscribe to my podcast so you don’t miss any future episodes. It’s available on Apple, Spotify, Google and other platforms.

Transformation by storm

Transformation by storm

We are nearing the end of our 40-day pilgrimage through Lent, but the truth is that we are on a pilgrimage that never ends. Our entire spiritual life is pilgrimage, and while our destination (eternal life with God) is crucial, it is on the road itself that we are forged into new beings, transformed in the fire of challenge and darkness, more so than by joy and light. It’s a hard reality to accept, but that is the heart of pilgrimage. The life-changing transformation doesn’t usually take place under blue skies but in the storms.

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Multitasking is not a virtue: new podcast episode

Be Quiet! Why silence is so important

Episode 6 of my podcast, Life Lines with Mary DeTurris Poust, has posted. You can listen on any of your favorite apps (Spotify, Apple Music, Google, Amazon Music, etc.) or you can click the link below and listen right here. I’m talking about silence and why it’s so important to our sanity and serenity. This seemingly simple practice can be a real challenge. Find out why that’s the case and what you can do about it. Join me!

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