There's a stillness many of us have forgotten how to hear. Host Swati talks with Matthew Jenkins, author of "Beat Up by God," about sacred practice, faith, and what it means to return to God with the honest, unfiltered parts of ourselves.
Matthew shares why disconnection often hides deeper pain, and how healing can begin with something as small as ten honest minutes a day.
About the Guest:
Matthew Jenkins is the author of "Beat Up by God: Finding Faith When Life Feels Like It's Falling Apart," written after his own experience of health struggles, cancer, career loss, marriage strain, and a crisis of faith. He is based in Delaware, United States.
Key Takeaways:
- Sacred practice doesn't need to be complicated. It can start with two to ten honest minutes of prayer or stillness.
- Notice when busyness has replaced stillness: constant noise, restlessness, or everything feeling "urgent" are signs of disconnection.
- If you miss a day, begin again tomorrow. Consistency matters more than perfection.
- If disconnection turns into a crisis, reach out for help immediately. In the US, 988 is a free, confidential crisis line.
Connect With the Guest:
Website: https://beatupbygod.com
Book: Beat Up By God: From Pain to Redemption — https://www.amazon.com/Beat-Up-God-Pain-Redemption/dp/B0G59GP2PF
Episode Chapters:
[00:00] Cold Open: The stillness we've forgotten how to hear (approx.)
[02:30] Meet Matthew Jenkins: from breaking apart to writing "Beat Up by God" (approx.)
[06:00] The Biggest Misconception About Balance and Spiritual Connection (approx.)
[11:00] Why Stillness Feels Uncomfortable: Facing What's Underneath (approx.)
[16:30] Everyday Signs You've Drifted From Yourself (approx.)
[21:30] Starting Small: The Power of Ten Honest Minutes (approx.)
[27:00] Coming Back Without Shame When You Slip Out of Rhythm (approx.)
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