{"product_id":"conversation-the-sacred-art-practicing-presence-in-an-age-of-distraction-9781594734748","title":"Conversation--The Sacred Art: Practicing Presence in an Age of Distraction","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTransform Your Daily Conversations Through Sacred Presence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConversation--The Sacred Art: Practicing Presence in an Age of Distraction by Diane M. Millis, PhD, offers a practical approach to cultivating meaningful dialogue in a world filled with constant interruptions. This guide combines spiritual wisdom from multiple faith traditions with actionable practices for developing genuine presence in your everyday interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book reveals how ordinary conversations can become sacred encounters when approached with intentionality and awareness. Through inspirational stories and insights drawn from diverse spiritual traditions, you'll learn to unlock the natural holiness present in daily exchanges with family, colleagues, and strangers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe author presents contemplative practices specifically designed to strengthen your listening capacity and deepen your engagement with others. Rather than offering theoretical concepts, this guide provides concrete methods for practicing presence that you can implement immediately in your relationships and professional life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePractical Applications for Modern Life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're navigating workplace dynamics, family relationships, or community interactions, this resource addresses the universal challenge of maintaining authentic connection amid digital distractions. The interfaith approach ensures the wisdom applies across different belief systems and backgrounds, making it accessible for readers from any spiritual orientation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book serves as both a personal transformation tool and a practical manual for anyone seeking to improve their communication skills through a spiritual lens. Spiritual directors, leaders in ministry, educators, and individuals committed to personal growth will find valuable guidance for fostering mutual understanding and candor in their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiane M. Millis, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a leadership consultant, educator, spiritual director and author of \u003cem\u003eConversation-The Sacred Art: Practicing Presence in an Age of Distraction\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eDeepening Engagement: Essential Wisdom for Listening and Leading with Purpose, Meaning and Joy\u003c\/em\u003e. She brings over twenty-five years of teaching experience in the fields of spirituality, communication studies, family studies and human development. As a leadership consultant, she coaches leaders in corporate, education, health care, ministry, non-profit and philanthropic settings. She is the founder of the Journey Conversations Project, an educational initiative devoted to developing deep listening and increasing self-awareness, mutual understanding and candor in communities. To learn more about her work, visit www.dianemillis.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Skylight Paths Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681280364818,"sku":"9781594734748","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_0b032c17-eb70-498d-b4d7-0137c42cb412.jpg?v=1744215669","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/conversation-the-sacred-art-practicing-presence-in-an-age-of-distraction-9781594734748","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}