The Interior Castle | Mansion 1: Self-Knowledge & Contemplation

Hi everyone! Welcome back to a new episode of A Little More Inspired.Today, I’m continuing my series on The Interior Castle and diving deeper into the teachings of St. Teresa of Avila.Mansion One is the beginning of the spiritual life, and like anything new, it is often the hardest part because it requires an immense amount of change and effort from us. Leaving behind a life of distraction is not easy, especially because the world, with all of its attractive things, constantly tries to pull us back into our old ways.This stage is also the beginning of grace, because even having the desire to think differently, seek God, and change your life is already God’s grace working within you.In this episode, we explore self-knowledge and contemplation, two things that must be worked together in balance throughout the spiritual journey.Self-knowledge is the art of honest self-examination. It is learning to look inward truthfully and take inventory of what is and is not working in our lives. But like anything, too much self-focus can eventually lead to paralysis if we are not also dedicating time to sit in God’s presence and allow Him to dwell within us.To move forward spiritually, we need both examination and contemplation: a healthy awareness of ourselves, and a deeper intimacy with God. Once we begin finding that balance, we slowly begin moving toward true spiritual transformation.So join me as we learn together, and as always, I hope you leave feeling a little more inspired.....✨ Stay Connected & Inspired! ✨🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alittlemoreinspired.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@alittlemoreinspired⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📧 Email: [email protected]“music by penguinmusic - "Better Day from Pixabay”