Exploring Contemplation + Mysticism Through a Queer Lens
This beautiful compilation of blessings from enflshed was a powerful project to be a part of. You can order this incredible book of blessings, “HELD: blessings for the depths” here. (Note: The first run of the book sold out and this is a pre-order for the second run). You can read the blessing I contributed… Read more
What would it mean to queer contemplation? To disentangle contemplative spirituality from heteronormativity, patriarchy, and Eurocentricity, and instead engage with openness, curiosity, and a little weirdness?
Contemplation as a daily practice of reflection + action.
Mysticism as an accessible encounter of interconnection to self + others + the Divine.
Social Justice activism as the pursuit of love + liberation for all.
— Thomas Merton, New Seeds of Contemplation