S2.E15 not Harvard, but Heaven: the true goal of parenting (and other Advent thoughts) 🎄

Own Your Revival

Welcome back to Own Your Revival🔥

As we enter this time of slowing down, waiting and preparing for the birth of our Lord, which is opposite of everything we see, hear and experience in a culture that practically steps over the Thanksgiving holiday to push Christmas + consumerism, can we prepare our hearts to receive Jesus on Christmas? I humbly propose we move the needle off of productivity and checking all the lists twice to a healthy balance focused on maintaining presence with Christ in prayer and those we love on the daily. As we enter the sacred season of Advent, it's a time to step back and reflect on our journey, embracing the quiet moments that allow us to listen for God's voice amidst the busyness of life. This season invites us to grieve the losses that come with change—whether it's the evolution of family traditions or the growing independence of our children—while also creating space for meaningful connections. By prioritizing stillness and prayer, we can draw closer to Jesus, nurturing our hearts and those of our loved ones as we prepare for His coming. In this way, Advent becomes not just a countdown to Christmas, but a profound opportunity for spiritual renewal and familial bonding. Join me inside this episode (complete with a crackling 🔥 in the background) for more meditations on this.

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🖥️ Links/Mentions:

Dr. Ken Adams: Getting Through the Holidays with Enmeshment : 👍🏼👍🏼

Discalced Carmelites of Jesus, Mary and Joseph in Valparaiso, NE 🙏🏼✝️

Andy Arbie, ICF Associate Certified Coach

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