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Finding the Quiet Frequency: A Trial in Sacred Listening (Episode #7)

Finding the Quiet Frequency: A Trial in Sacred Listening (Episode #7)18 jan15 min

<p>"How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives." </p><p>— Annie Dillard</p><p><br></p><p>What happens when we realize our phone is leading our Soul? </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Marcella tells the story of her "wild experiment"—a 100-day journey that started with deleting a favorite app and ended with finding a sacred frequency she didn't know she was missing.</p><p>If you’ve ever felt "fractured" by the digital glow or noticed your body tightening at the sound of a notification, this conversation is for you. We explore the "Human Experiment" of replacing digital streaks with stillness and how to bring our heart, mind, and body back into sync.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><p>• The Icon Swap: Why Marcella replaced her most addictive app with a meditation tool and what happened 100 days later.</p><p>• The Science of Soft Fascination: How nature (the "First Bible") physically resets our nervous system and lowers cortisol.</p><p>• The Integrated Soul: Using the Dallas Willard model to understand why we feel "out of sync" when our attention is divided.</p><p>• Sacred Listening: Creating the "trustworthy conditions" where your intuition can finally speak.</p><p><br></p><p>The Grounded Soul Challenge:</p><p>Ready to find your own quiet frequency? Join our community on Substack to participate in the upcoming 40-Day Lenten "Sacred Listening" Challenge. You’ll get weekly resources, science-backed practices, and a space to reconnect with your own wild and precious life.</p><p><br></p><p>Join the community and get the Show Notes & Resources here:</p><p><br></p><p>https://beacons.ai/spirituscreative</p><p><br></p><p>Let’s Stay Grounded!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Featured Quotes:</p><p>"The soul speaks its truth only under quiet, inviting and trustworthy conditions." — Parker J. Palmer</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Tags: Spirituality, Mental Health, Nature, Meditation, Christian Living, Self-Awareness, Wellness</p>