Falling Upward: A Spirituality For The Two Halves Of Life

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Holcomb, J.S. (2017). Christian Theologies of Salvation: A Comparative Introduction. NYU Press. p.175. ISBN 978-0-8147-6064-2 . Retrieved June 5, 2018. He slams orthodoxy and fundamentalism constantly and essentially rules it out as a path for growth and “enlightenment.” He views historical Christian views (and historical, orthodox views of other religions for that matter) as an obstacle rather than a path.

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BB: I was interviewing Chris Germer, who is a Buddhist and teaches mindful self-compassion. And I asked him… We were talking about spirituality, and I said, “What is your favorite kind of compassion?” And he said, “I like in-the-trenches compassion.” And I said, “Yeah, me too.” I’m really close to a very specific kind of honky tonk Jesus. So when I saw your shiner, I was like, “Yeah, this is the home of honky tonk Jesus.” I like it. BB: Before we get started, let me tell you a little bit about Father Richard. He is a Franciscan friar and teacher, an internationally recognized author and spiritual leader. He teaches primarily on incarnational mysticism, non-dual consciousness, and contemplation, with a particular emphasis on how these affect the social justice issues of our time. He is the author of, I don’t know, 60 books and he has been a huge influence on my life. I wanted to connect with him about his writings and ask him about a number of my favorite quotes and so in this episode we focus on his writing in… Ah! This book is so dang good, Breathing Under Water: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps. BB: Yeah. Tell me what this means because I think it’s going to make me crazy. “All mature spirituality in one sense or another is about letting go and unlearning.” He writes, "You must first eat the fruit of the garden, so you know what it tastes like." If he is referring to the forbidden fruit of the Garden of Eden...I really do not know how to respond to that. I suppose I can, in a tirade, but I am just rendered speechless for now.

Falling Upward is one of his most well-known books, and takes a spiritual approach that can be read universally for any religion. Even if you aren’t religious, many of the concepts in this book still appeal to a spiritual center. RR: And you know, much of my middle years was men’s work. If you think that’s true for women, it’s very true for men. We have a much more defended ego, a much more self-sufficient, well, I don’t have to tell women that, but we got a huge problem with the male in our culture. Look at the Senate and the House. I mean, my God. scienceandnonduality (2017-02-07), Christianity and Unknowing, Richard Rohr, archived from the original on 2021-12-21 , retrieved 2018-08-06 Understanding the spiritual aspects of aging is as important as appreciating the systems and biological processes that age us. Richard Rohr has given us a perfect guide to what he calls the "further journey," a voyage into the mystery and beauty of healthy spiritual maturity. - Mehmet Oz, M.D., host of the 'Dr. Oz Show'

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RR: You’re like me. We’re both one. He is too. [Referring to another person in the recording room.] Yeah, yes. Oh, this is a good energy in this room. He comments on the fact that many other religions do a better job of understanding God and man, yet remains a “Catholic” because of the “tools” the church gave him. Tools which apparently allowed him to deny all of that church’s doctrine and still call himself a priest.Richard Rohr | Teachers | Spirituality & Practice". www.spiritualityandpractice.com . Retrieved 2018-08-06. We’ve already talked about Joseph Campbell in his book, The Hero with a Thousand Faces. In Richard Rohr draws on Campbell heavily in his book. RR: Unlearning. Not learning, but unlearning. The patterns that come so naturally to the ego. Yeah. It’s not about learning, which is what we made it into.

Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life

Paul Elie (May 21, 2018). "The Spiritual Nearness of Wim Wenders's "Pope Francis: A Man of His Word" ". New Yorker. In reference to Paul's "It is when I am weak that I am strong", he writes, "he was merely building on what he called the 'folly' of the crucifixion on Jesus." Merely? This book is a guide for realizing your path, shedding your excess and becoming wiser. Its definitely not suited for most people under 40. As it states, it defines and targets the second phase of ones life; where most of the tools in your toolbox from the first phase (that were so useful in excelling in life and constructing your shell), simply won't work. This book focuses on the meaning of ones naked existence (without titles, riches, possessions); the role of evil, the difference between suffering and enduring. Its a great book if you are at a point in life where you are counting your gains and losses, and ready to dive into a new adventure behind the looking glass. When you get your,’Who am I?’, question right, all of your,’What should I do?’ questions tend to take care of themselves”

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The Two Halves' refers to Jung's program of life, where in the first half, we build th

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On THE DIVINE DANCE]: Finding the sweet spot where contemporary science meets ancient mysticism, and theology meets poetry, The Divine Dance sketches a beautiful choreography for a life well-lived. In our joy or our pain, true life is always relational, a flow, a dance. (And was always meant to be.) - Bono, U2 So naturally, when Dad appeared one snowy evening soon after to give my wife and me the sad news of her passing, Deep Peace was all I felt. At last!Rohr tries to use exceptions to make the rule, in the case of “salvation.” He says that because there are mentally ill people, we can’t believe “any of our theories about the necessity of some kind of correct thinking as the definition of ‘salvation.’” A Short second reading review: I still think that this is an overall helpful book. But I was more irritated by the platitudes this read. There are wisdom all over this book. The overall theme is a good and important one. But because you sound esoteric, does not mean you are wise. There are lots of instances where I just wish he would speak clearly without so many 'wise' quotes. Some of those quotes really are helpful. I love the way reading and studying Scripture and theology has deepened my faith, broadened my vision, enriched my ministry and changed my life. I hope that what you find here might help you along a similar path. RR: I know. And you hear people, I won’t mention… A former president that we had here, whose whole talks are just grievances. A man who has had everything to his material success, and he lists his grievances and people applaud for it. Reclaiming Jesus event brings its message to the White House". National Catholic Reporter. 2018-05-25 . Retrieved 2018-08-06.