Host James Martin, S.J., welcomes Fr. Isaac Slater, OCSO, a Trappist monk, poet, and author of “Do Not Judge Anyone: Desert Wisdom for a Polarized World” to “The Spiritual Life” podcast.
This contemplative conversation includes:
The positive effects silence can have on our prayer lives
Why we judge other people and how to stop
How to crea ... Show More
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How Andrew Sullivan experienced God amidst fear and agony
James Martin, S.J., speaks with Andrew Sullivan, the renowned political commentator and Catholic writer, about faith, identity and spiritual transformation in this deeply personal episode of “The Spiritual Life” podcast. Having struggled through the AIDS crisis of the 80s and 90s ... Show More
54m 33s
Apr 21
Cardinal Blase Cupich on how the Mass can change your life
Cardinal Blase Cupich, the Archbishop of Chicago, joins James Martin, S.J., on “The Spiritual Life” podcast to talk about his vocation story, the spiritual power of the Mass, and the necessity of preaching the Gospel during tumultuous political times. Cardinal Cupich is the Archb ... Show More
44m 54s
Apr 14
Pádraig Ó Tuama on poetry, conflict resolution, and the Stations of the Cross
The poet and theologian, Pádraig Ó Tuama, joins James Martin, S.J., on “The Spiritual Life” podcast to talk about how poetry and the Taizé community became a lifeline for Pádraig after he was subjected to multiple exorcisms, attempting to cast out his homosexuality as a form of c ... Show More
57m 20s
Jan 2025
Living a Fulfilled Life Without Attachment: Lessons in Spiritual Detachment
<p>Today's Life Question comes from Gary, who wants to know if wanting to live a better life is the same as being "attached to an outcome."</p> <p>For practical spiritual insight and encouragement regarding your relationships, finances, life purpose, or understanding of world eve ... Show More
5m 4s
Mar 2025
How to Cultivate Inner Peace: Lessons from a Former Buddhist Monk with Stephen Schettini
<p>What does it mean to cultivate inner peace, resilience, and wisdom in the modern world? How can we apply the teachings of monastic life to our daily struggles?</p><p>In this episode of the Mindfulness Exercises Podcast, Sean Fargo sits down with Stephen Schettini, known as The ... Show More
44m 42s
Sep 2020
How to Think Like a Monk – Jay Shetty with Dave Asprey : 739
<p>For this special episode of Bulletproof Radio, I’m going to ask you to tune in for a while longer. I think you’ll really like what you hear.</p><p>My guest is Jay Shetty, a British-born former monk who never expected to meet a monk, let alone become one. “It's really humbling ... Show More
1h 25m