Daily Nourishment for July 26, 2024: Sitting with Some Poems by Denise Levertov
Daily Nourishment Read Time: 35 seconds
Pause/Prompt/Practice Time: 15 minutes
“If we’re here let’s be here now.” - Denise Levertov
Pause.
Take six deep breaths with a six-count inhale and a six-count exhale. Then read a few poems by Denise Levertov.
Prompt.
Read one more poem by Denise Levertov. “Making Peace”
Practice.
Set a timer for seven minutes and reread any poems that seem to have something for you. If you like, write in response to the poems. You can take notes or journal or make lists. You can begin writing your own poem or essay or a letter to a friend. You can also sit in silence and receive the good words from a posture of gratitude.
Want More?
Read Denise Levertov: A Memoir and Appreciation
Read A Conversation with Denise Levertov
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Today’s Prompt and Practice were inspired by a few different things I received during my all too brief Glen experience this week. Some of you reading this might know how or why, some won’t. I hope it’s lovely either way.
Happy Glen-ing to everyone attending the Glen Workshop. May you find more of your people there. People who help you feel less alone in your faith. People who nourish your creative soul. If you aren’t attending the Glen Workshop this year, may you find more of your people wherever you may be.
During the month of July, Spiritual Direction for Writers® Daily Nourishment will feature Glen Workshop facilitators and other Glen-ish people, places, and things. Enjoy!
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Upcoming Workshops & Gatherings
—The July Co-Writing Schedule is live
—Save the Date: Spiritual Direction for Writers® + Enneagram for Creativity Gathering will take place on Saturday, September 28th. Recordings will be available if you can’t join us live. Speakers will be announced soon!
Today’s Daily Nourishment was provided by Charlotte Donlon.
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