Reflection
Like many of my friends in recovery, my brain feels like it’s run by a loud, unruly committee that never adjourns. Today, they might call it ADHD; I call it an active brain. To quiet the noise, I’ve learned to unplug—creating space to stop, breathe, and just be.
That’s why I begin each day by right-sizing myself through scripture, meditation, prayer, journaling, and exercise. Recently, I took that practice to another level with something I had been considering for a couple of years: my first annual Via Nova (New Way) Walk.
Via Nova Walk is a six-hour journey of walking, observing, listening, praying, meditating, and journaling…with a few snacks in between. 🙂
My home base was the beauty in and around the bike trails of Miami County, where still waters and quiet woods reflected the serenity I was seeking.
I ended with sore muscles but a renewed mind, spirit, and soul. That walk taught me again that stillness isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. Stillness isn’t the absence of life; it’s the doorway to truly living.
Soul Search
What part(s) of your life is God calling you to be still and listen?
What Via Nova is God calling you to walk?
Here is a summary of my walk on my most recent Higher Leading Podcast, Episode 50.
“Be still and know I am God.” Psalm 46:10
P.E.A.C.E.
Jay@EagleLaunch.com
