A Gathering of Spirits

A Gathering of Spirits

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As Way Opens

As Way Opens

The Power of the Pause

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Lately I’ve been thinking about the traditional Quaker phrase, “Proceed as way opens.”

Proceed as way opens or As way opens, is an encouragement to live with a kind of intentionality and willingness to “be” with a question or decision rather that jump to a rash action out of panic or pressure. This idea goes counter to our culture that lifts up quick,…

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