Daily Prayer and Meditation Guides
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Daily Prayer - A Necessity of Life
Many of us use a daily prayer and meditation guide. Some of us pray through music. Others live life as a prayer.
You will find on this page my favorite daily readers -- books that help to keep me where I want to be in my life. You will also find music that inspires me. I hope that you will slow down for a few minutes and listen to the music as you read. I also included some of my favorite quotes about prayer and a helpful gratitude exercise.
It is my hope that you will find meaning in this page of favorites.
Daily Word
Daily Word Love, Inspiration
Amazon Price: $7.40 (as of 02/23/2012)
I have enjoyed the little Daily Word magazine for over 25 years. When our daughter approached adulthood, I bought the daily reader book for her. I appreciate the wisdom of the writers of Daily Word.
Keep a Gratitude Journal
Be Thankful Every Day!
I learned about gratitude journaling from Simple Abundance. If you are not now in the habit of a daily reading or meditation, the gratitude journal is a great way to start. All you do is list 5 things you are thankful for -- every single day.Be thankful for all the simple joys of your life -- a bird song, the hug from a grandchild, a call from a friend, a beautiful day, food on the table. They all go on your daily list. Do not repeat any one thing. If you have not tried this, I cannot possibly encourage you enough. It's an amazing experience.
"Grant that I may not pray alone with the mouth; help me that I may pray from the depths of my heart"
Martin Luther
Pocketful of Miracles
Pocketful of Miracles: Prayer, Meditations, and Affirmations to Nurture Your Spirit Every Day of the Year
Amazon Price: $4.95 (as of 02/23/2012)
Pocketful of Miracles was written by Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., who also authored Minding the Body, Mending the Mind. The book draws from the core beliefs of the world's religions. Pocketful of Miracles offers not only "seed thoughts", but actual "practices." I have used this little book for years, too. I have to admit, I have never completed the full year. In the past, I have just picked it up and read when I needed a new thought or a spark of an idea, or a new prayer. Next year, my friend and I are going to do the entire year with Pocketful of Miracles and discuss it as we go. I think that will be a meaningful experience for both of us. This little book is a gem!
Maybe God Is Trying to Tell You Somethin'
The Color Purple
On Line Prayer Resources
- Your Daily Prayer For Healing
- Kate Loving Shenk, aka Munkunda22 here on Squidoo, posts a prayer thought every day. In fact, her fans seem to gather there each morning for a comment or a word with each other. A great way to start the day.
- Silent Unity: Your 24/7 prayer resource
- Welcome to Silent Unity, your resource for affirmative prayer support-24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Here you can request prayer for any need and find additional resources to support you and your loved ones: guided meditations, affirmations and inspirational articles. We are always
"Prayer is not asking. It is a longing of the soul. It is daily admission of one's weakness. It is better in prayer to have a heart without words than words without a heart."
Mahatma Gandhi
The Knot Prayer
Simple Abundance
A Daybook of Comfort and Joy
Simple Abundance: A Daybook of Comfort and Joy
Amazon Price: $6.97 (as of 02/23/2012)
You would laugh if you could see my copy of this daily reader! In the front of my copy, there is a note "given to me by Tammy 1997." After that, there is a long list of people I have gifted the book -- and a string of dates from 1997 to the present. Simple Abundance is a daily reader for women who seek to live an authentic life. I have worked through the book completely at least 3 different years, and most years, I refer to it all through the year. Sarah Ban Breathnach leads us through the year, gardening sometimes, cooking sometimes, decluttering sometimes. But at the same time that we are going about our busy lives, we are moving toward a more authentic and meaningful life. Do you remember hearing about writing down 5 things you are thankful for every day? Gratitude is the base of Simple Abundance.
PS I just noticed that my copy has highlighted areas, and notes in the margins, and a set of pages that will fall out if I am not careful. I remember ripping out those pages to take on vacation one year -- to complete an imaging project. My copy of Simple Abundance has been well used, and I imagine if you have a copy, it looks much like mine.
Metta
May you be at peace. May your heart remain open.
May you awaken to the light of your own true nature.
May you be healed. May you be a source of healing for all beings.
Sunrise Melody Meditation
What is your opinion of Daily Readers for Morning Prayers?
"Prayer is when you talk to God; meditation is when you listen to God."
Diana Robinson
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parwathy
Oct 31, 2011 @ 10:32 am | delete
- Meditation has been so healing for me. That's what one of my lenses is about. I also love how you talk about gratitude journals. We have so much to be thankful for. Thank you!
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KarenKay
Oct 14, 2011 @ 7:24 pm | delete
- Beautiful collection, Joan! I love ti!
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clouda9
Oct 12, 2011 @ 11:53 pm | delete
- I need Simple Abundance in my life. Been looking at that book off and on forever, never clicked to purchase...now, sigh! I finally did. TY for the recommendation, gentle nudge Joan...that I needed this guide in my life too. Powerful to listen to Rhema...wow!
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greenlife17
Jul 26, 2011 @ 9:35 am | delete
- went misty-eyed with that kid singing..thank you. I also love the knot prayer-need it so.
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Serenity_Prayer_Gifts
Jul 24, 2011 @ 8:42 pm | delete
- Thank you! Beautiful!
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One4Nell
Jul 6, 2011 @ 6:35 am | delete
- Beautiful lens. Prayer and meditation is a "must" in my life.
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Ruthi
Jun 28, 2011 @ 4:25 am | delete
- This prayer lens has been a great addition to my morning coffe and relaxation hour before work. Thank you! I created a gratitude journal (Cafepress abitosunshine) quite some time ago. It's on my coffee table, not just for my own additions, but also for all who visit to add their own comments of gratitude.
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Kimsworld
Apr 22, 2011 @ 3:05 pm | delete
- Thank you Joan for another inspiring lens. Sometimes it feels like you know what I need...just when I need it.
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purplelady
Apr 22, 2011 @ 1:22 pm | delete
- This is a beautiful and a very informative lens. It is very deserving of it's purple star.
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Spook
Apr 22, 2011 @ 11:07 am | delete
- I never had the remotest idea that you had this Joan. Perchance today was an appropriate day for me to find it? Courtesy of Cgal. Blessed by an Angel, albeit only a Squidoo one.
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Joan4
Apr 22, 2011 @ 1:05 pm | delete
- Thank you for the Squidangel blessing, Spook. I hope you found exactly what you needed from here. I made this page so my children would be able to find the books that I have leaned on during my lifetime. :) Thank you for visiting and Squidangel blessing.
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CCGAL
Apr 21, 2011 @ 6:50 am | delete
- That Knots Prayer is one of the best prayers I've ever seen. I also am especially partial to the video sunrise with all the bird songs. wow. So happy I came across this lens today. Hugs across the miles, and a big thank you for this.
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Joan4
Apr 22, 2011 @ 1:06 pm | delete
- Thank you, Ccgal, and you do realize the creator of that super meditation video is our own gypsyowl, Deb? I do enjoy that little video as you do! Thank you for visiting!
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littlelotus
Mar 25, 2011 @ 12:11 am | delete
- beautiful and inspirational :) I love the quotes and especially the part about gratitude journal. Lensrolled this lens for sure ;)
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Alfiesgirl Mar 17, 2011 @ 4:50 pm | delete
- You have given me some wonderful things to be getting on with...what a wonderful lens this is 5*****
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sukkran
Mar 16, 2011 @ 10:55 am | delete
- very interesting read. i love diana robinson's quote.
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kimmanleyort
Oct 27, 2010 @ 4:02 pm | delete
- I like that you've shared what works for you. The definition of prayer that really resonates with me is paying attention to the one who loves you best. Definitely something that should be done on a daily basis. I have really enjoyed Kate's Daily Prayers this past year.
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PropheticMentor
Oct 12, 2010 @ 7:01 am | delete
- ......great lens. Really inspiring.
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sandyspider
Sep 27, 2010 @ 11:23 pm | delete
- Congratulations on your Purple Star. Well deserved.
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GrowWear
Sep 26, 2010 @ 12:29 pm | delete
- Congratulations for you purple star for Daily Prayer And Meditation Guides!
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