Tag Archives: contemplation

Contemplation and Attention

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Bob Ritzema

After turning 50, prominent psychiatrist Gerald G. May started to take solitary camping trips to wilderness areas, attempting to become more connected with nature (including his own nature). His book The Wisdom of the Wilderness: Experiencing the Healing Power of … Continue reading →

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Among the Stones (Far from the Madding Crowd)

Posted on August 21, 2017 by Bob Ritzema

It’s been a contemplative summer. I read a book on Centering Prayer, a contemplative form of Christian prayer, and have tried to incorporate aspects of it into my spiritual practice. I’ve been slowly working my way through New Seeds of … Continue reading →

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