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Traits of a Healthy Spirituality (Inspirational Reading for Every Catholic)

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The author identifies 20 traits which contribute to the lifelong process of developing a healthy spirituality. Each trait is discussed in a 5-6 page chapter which includes a description of the trait (e.g. friendship, teachability, forgiveness, hope, etc.), several questions for reflection, and a short prayer focusing on the trait presented. The topics presented in the book help you re-focus and balance your spirituality. The 20 traits presented can also be paralleled to characteristics found in healthy interpersonal relationships.

The book is easy to read and each chapter can serve as a daily reflection.

Svoboda invites us to slow down and join her as she explores different aspects of our spirituality that is tied to our view of our Heavenly Father. She discusses different traits (wonder, hope, etc.) and discusses why our perspective of these traits needs to be focused on God. She invites us to cultivate this trait and wait for the results that will come.
The breath of fresh air is our renewed love for God as we are reminded of the awesome God we serve and grow into a deeper love with Him as we see His goodness and unfailing love in and around our lives.

I have become an avid fan of Melannie Svoboda's books. I particularly enjoy the short chapters, the references to real life, the writing style, and the "down-to-earth" content. I have purchased several of her small books and look forward to enjoying them all. I hope that because of her illness now, she will not have to give up writing.