Journal of Sacred Work
Caregivers have superpowers! Radical Loving Care illuminates the divine truth that caregiving is not just a job. It is Sacred Work.
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August 26, Mother Teresa’s birthday is International Caregiver’s Day
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“…nothing is eternal except the present – and the love that can inform our lives if we will let it.” -Erie Chapman
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May your spirit soar throughout the vast cathedral of your being. May your mind whirl joyful cartwheels of creativity. May your heart sing sweet lullabies of timelessness. …
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“Beauty simultaneously affirms your heart and pierces it. Living Love on this earth with passion and commitment takes courage. Yet, Love is our only salvation.” – Erie Chapman
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I listened to a thought-provoking interview with Krista Tippet, ONBeing as she interviewed psychiatrist, Bessel van de Kolk. He spoke of an experience early in his career, which led him to his fascination and research in trauma work. Years ago, a veteran needed help because he was having wartime nightmares and could not sleep. Bessel…
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“One of the hardest practices of Radical Loving Care is adopting an attitude of grace amid another’s anger.” – Erie Chapman
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“The Promised Land is not perfect health. Instead, it is a life wrapped in the arms of a Love – a Love that enriches life and informs its most sacred expressions – our relationships.” -Erie Chapman
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May my mind come alive todayTo the invisible geographyThat invites me to new frontiers,To break the dead shell of yesterdays,To risk being disturbed and changed.'~ John O’Donohue It was a warm summer night in Vermont and we were home visiting family. My sons, who were teenagers at the time, slept in make shift beds in the living…
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“Love is the greatest power. Caregiving is its finest expression.” – Erie Chapman
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Bit by bit Mary has lost her ability to do any of the most basic aspects of self-care. Her world has narrowed within the confines of the four walls of her room. Restricted to bed she relies on her husband for everything and quite literally he is right by her side. Mr. J says, “I…